Employee benefits

The IRS is relaxing some rules to make pulling money from retirement plans easier after hurricanes Irma and Harvey, but clients should remember the taxes and penalties associated with withdrawals are unchanged,

FirstPerson’s Katy Stowers worked as an ERISA lawyer but now delivers benefit oversight and deliverables at the Indianapolis benefits consultancy.

The employment model’s lack of benefits will affect personal security for millions of Americans working as independent contractors, new Prudential research finds.

The financial services firm’s new program will allow companies to make after-tax contributions toward their workers’ education debts.

Under current interpretations of agency's final rule, blanket post-accident drug testing policies could be considered retaliatory and in violation of the rule.

At least 60% of employees suffer from illnesses such as depression, anxiety and stress at work, and employers are losing almost $225.8 billion each year as a result.

Women in the workplace are less satisfied at work which could lead to lost talent and lower performing workers unless employers step up efforts.

As evidenced by this year’s Benny Award winners, benefits professionals are working harder than ever to increase worker engagement and focus on work-life balance.

A passive method to employee engagement during the benefit election period leads to poor plan choices, which in turn leads to higher healthcare costs.

A roundup of storm coverage — including the challenges companies are facing, understanding time off obligations and how benefits can help — on Employee Benefit News.

While Harvey and Irma property damage is still being calculated, observers cite teachable moments for workplace benefit policyholders.

Women in the workplace are less satisfied at work which could lead to lost talent and lower performing workers unless employers step up efforts.

New coverages, such as follow-up care and gunshot protection, have more employers offering to pay for the product, as growth doubles year-over-year.

The answer is in the investment details. If employers offer a match, contribute at least enough money to get it. Matches are 'free money' that give an instant return.

Iowa’s proposed plan could spiral into a ‘Medicaid for all’ scenario fairly quickly, says adviser Craig Hasday.

According to WalletHub research, these cities top the list in affordability, quality of life and healthcare.

If an employer offers a match, employees should contribute at least enough money to get it.

PTO, telecommuting, EAPs, financial counseling and legal insurance can help get workers back on their feet.

While Harvey and Irma property damage is still being calculated, observers cite teachable moments for workplace benefit policyholders.

Retirement expert Ted Benna’s new guide features three models that could appeal to businesses looking to simplify the savings process.