Employee benefits

Great opportunity exists in this relatively untapped market.

The top two U.S. health officials are planning multiple trips in the coming months to states led by Republicans hostile to the Affordable Care Act, seeking success there for President Barack Obama’s health care overhaul despite opposition.

Many experts believe it doesn't make sense to invest in actively managed mutual funds. They say there is not a substantial enough difference between the returns that index and actively managed funds generate to justify active managements higher fees.

Examples exist of well-run public plans that are managed and funded responsibly to deliver the most cost-effective retirement security to public employees.

President Barack Obama’s decision to give employers a year before they’re required to provide health insurance for workers will cost taxpayers $12 billion, the Congressional Budget Office says.

Find out how these plans can be helpful to employers and also lead to potentially bigger voluntary conversations.

The ruling sets up a split between federal appeals courts that makes it more likely the U.S. Supreme Court will eventually consider the dispute over the ACA requirement for for-profit firms.

Total Rewards program offers employees a comprehensive look at everything that is included in their compensation, aiming to show workers the whole picture, because many only consider their base salary.

Several approaches to reducing the risks are being advanced by an actuarial group.

Administrators understand that to grow their business they have to work with advisers and spend the money to provide services to them.

The conversation is shifting to address ways retirees can generate an income stream they can’t outlive.

In a move to align 401(k) and 403(b) disclosures to employees with other required communications, the DOL has issued a delay that employers need to be aware of.

Veterinary costs are on the rise, making pet insurance more valuable to employees.

Although well-known benefits, auto and home insurance need a workplace boost.

The Supreme Court's decision striking down the federal Defense of Marriage Act is being hailed as a huge victory for same-sex couples, but the ruling makes benefits administration for employers even more complicated than before.

Research shows increasing number of employees are bringing their personal devices to work.

Five ways employers can encourage better maternity care.

Population health management addresses societal factors that contribute to employee decisions.

What employers should know about the ACA provision governing clinical trials.

For individuals to be informed consumers, they must be able to compare health care costs.