Employee benefits

As more sectors of the workforce adopt high-deductible plans, employers should ensure employees are aware of income-protecting voluntary benefit choices.

Employee Benefit News will recognize professionals who have demonstrated excellence in the employee benefits/human resources field.

Those leaving the workforce who want to maximize their nest egg should take advantage of the Rule 72(t) distributions.

The financial institution now offers 16 weeks of paid time off for all new mothers and fathers welcoming a child by birth or adoption.

Eugene Mintze started his career by playing Arena Football — now he is up for an award as an up and coming broker.

Changes in interest rates, healthcare costs and investment returns have spurred the company to make the move beginning in 2028.

The recent removal of two documents on independent contractors and joint employment indicates a White House that might tilt more toward the employer’s favor.

The work arrangement, which is growing in popularity, can decrease real estate costs as well as employee absenteeism and turnover.

While retirees can start taking 401(k) withdrawals without penalties when they turn 59 1/2, they may want to consider drawing from their taxable accounts for their living expenses.

With no national standard, daunting compliance challenges for employers are striking up across multiple jurisdictions, says attorney Steven K. Ludwig.

Employers need to set goals and objectives, use a variety of methods to engage employees and eliminate jargon.

Prior to expanding time off for new parents, companies need to consider what to call the program and how to pay for and implement it.

While there are 567 ways to claim benefits, clients are advised to pick a strategy that will maximize a spouse's benefit on their record.

Employers’ efforts to connect health and wealth make progress as older workers prepare for future medical expenses.

Marybeth Gray uses data analytics and pharmacy management expertise to bring down cost drivers for Trion Group clients.

With nearly half of retirees saying medical costs is their biggest concern, employers are beefing up voluntary benefits and promoting HSAs to help employees prepare for their post-work years.

Through a partnership with Cengage, the fast food giant is helping employees earn a high school diploma.

The average score of correct answers was 47%, and only 5% of respondents earned a grade higher than C.

Long-term care insurance is a blind spot for many employers, but neglecting it leaves employees open to huge financial risk, says adviser William Upson.