Employee benefits

Employers host a variety of valuable employee data such as age range, marital status and more; they should take advantage of the insight it can provide, says Thompson Online Benefits’ Brenden Mielke.

A program’s structure can determine which laws apply and federal agencies and courts are not always in agreement as to what is required for compliance.

Employers need to be prepared to handle mental health accommodations for employees, while also being ADA-compliant, says employment attorney Ben Hase.

A reduction in employer contributions and rising prescription drug costs are drivers of growth in healthcare costs, according to new data from consulting and actuarial firm Milliman.

Employers need to understand when the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act applies and ensure that app developers they do business with are compliant, says lawyer Stefano Quintini.

Women, in particular, are lagging in earnings and in the amount of income they’re saving for retirement, according to research from T. Rowe Price.

It’s a logical move for the brokerage and consulting firm and a strong step in the process of mainstreaming voluntary, says columnist Nelson Griswold.

Four often-missed signs of depression that can have a hidden impact on workplace productivity and overall staff morale.

Employers host a variety of valuable employee data such as age range, marital status, number of dependants and more, yet many are not able to take advantage of the insight it can provide, says Brenden Mielke of Thomsons Online Benefits.

Dozens of brokers and consultants weigh in on the practice, and Hodges-Mace’s Eric Helman explains the fallacies behind this siloed approach.

Withing’s Cedric Huthings and other experts share insights on how technology is changing the benefits landscape — and why employers must embrace the transition.

Changes will be more substantial than previous updates, said Phyllis Borzi, assistant secretary of labor for the Employee Benefits Security Administration, speaking this week during the IFEBP’s Washington Legislative Update.

The company acquires enrollment and communications firm Univers in a bid to increase its presence in the ancillary benefits market.

A reduction in employer contributions and rising prescription drug costs are drivers of growth in healthcare costs, according to new data from consulting and actuarial firm Milliman.

Employers can get the most value out of their benefits through onboarding assistance and accommodations support, according to The Standard’s Brian Kost.

Research shows that offering paid leave is good for business and employers should look past short-term economic concerns, according to One Medical’s Christine Morehead.

A sabbatical policy should be clear and straightforward and address such issues as continuation of benefits, length of time off and compensation.

It’s a logical move for the brokerage and consulting firm and a strong step in the process of mainstreaming voluntary, says columnist Nelson Griswold.

The brokerage and benefits company is looking to create of an ‘end-to-end’ solution for clients with the move.

Hundreds of CEOs and other business leaders rank staff-related issues as top strategic initiatives in new survey.