5 tips to ensure HIPAA compliance
The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act applies to health plans and other organizations that help employers carry out their healthcare activities and functions.
Law and regulation
Changes to health reform rules catch some controlled groups by surprise
New regulations are exceedingly complex, and the penalties for non-compliance are steep.
The ACA: Where do the presidential candidates stand?
Today is Super Tuesday. Here are the positions of the front-runners on health care reform.
Confusion lingers about PEOs and ACA compliance
Despite DOL guidance, advisers seek clarity about common-law employer status.
Zenefits reduces workforce by 250 employees
As part of a strategic refocus on small business clients, the HR tech firm is trimming its sales force.
Confusion lingers about PEOs and ACA compliance
Despite DOL guidance, advisers seek clarity about common-law employer status.
How advisers can influence legislation in Washington, D.C.
Regulation is poised to impact much of what a broker does, making meetings with legislators ever more important.
Benefits Think How does the ACA apply to LTD and STD recipients?
Do employer clients need to give individuals receiving disability payments an offer of health plan coverage?
David M. Pixley
Graydon Head
Zenefits implements new system to fix ‘broker licensing issues’
The HR tech company admits to licensing compliance issues and launches new checks and balances to meet regulatory requirements
Zenefits faces investigation by California regulator
Company has been under investigation by the state's Department of Insurance since last year, the agency disclosed.
Is Congress really going to dismantle the Cadillac tax?
Despite expected hurdles, congressional representatives, including Sen. Martin Heinrich, tell CIAB legislative summit attendees, ‘We will get a repeal done.’
IRS clarifies integrated HRA rules
The federal government has issued new guidance to clear confusion about when an HRA is considered integrated with a group health plan, which could have major implications for employers.
Fiduciary opponents still fighting DOL’s proposed rule
A congressional committee attempts last-minute bid to block the plan, but President Obama would surely veto any legislation.
Benefits Think In HRA case, judge reminds EEOC Congress writes laws
The Commission has no business pursuing a lawsuit involving a health risk assessment that is part of a group health plan under the ADA’s safe harbor.
Peter Marathas
Marathas Barrow & Weatherhead LLP
What to expect next on fiduciary rule
Retirement advisers should be ‘proactively preparing’ for the impending regulatory changes.
Broader employment definitions may lead to DOL violations
Businesses that share employees or use contractors may become legally responsible for wage and hour violations committed by another employer. Employers that utilize alternative employment arrangements need to be mindful of these rules to avoid facing liability for another entity’s mistakes.
Flambeau decision allowing gateway HRAs not the last word
While employers are applauding the recent Flambeau wellness program court decision, they still need to be mindful of how the EEOC views ‘gateway’ HRAs.
Lawmakers exploring alternative to DOL fiduciary rule Nick Otto
Some members of Congress are trying to find a better alternative to protect retirement savers than the Department of Labor’s fiduciary proposal. They are drafting their own proposal that would establish rules for advisers working with savers and plans, such as the requirement to act in clients’ best interests, without the regulatory burdens and litigation […]
10 broker-friendly U.S. Senators
Pending and forthcoming legislation in Washington, D.C., promises to impact the benefit industry and employers in several ways, so its good to have friends on the Hill. Here are 10 broker-friendly legislators who have sponsored/cosponsored important legislation, belong to congressional caucuses that support the industry, and/or have personal experience with the industry, including serving as a benefit adviser.
Employment policies: Can one size fit all?
Commentary: It can be difficult for employers to create uniform employment policies across state lines due to constant changes at the federal, state and local level.