Law and regulation

HHS and OCR published the final rule to prohibit the denial of healthcare services based on race, sex, color, national origin, age or disability. Attorney Melissa Shimizu what employers must do next.

The success of a business plan depends largely on attitudes and habits, says adviser Amy Evans.

The intricacies of a Qualified Small Employer Health Reimbursement Arrangement will create hazards for employers and advisers who don’t follow the rules closely.

The U.S. Supreme Court let stand the National Football League’s $765 million concussion settlement, turning away contentions by former players that the accord won’t adequately compensate them for the brain damage they may have suffered.

The ERISA Advisory Council addresses the looming risks of cyber theft and ransomware, argues attorneys Larry R. Goldstein and Maria P. Rasmussen,.

After California's drug regulation initiative failed, Ohio is the next state to vote on how to keep prescription prices in check.

The overtime rule was blocked last week, and the Obama administration is fighting the ruling.

The ERISA Advisory Council addresses the looming risks of cyber theft and ransomware, argues attorneys Larry R. Goldstein and Maria P. Rasmussen,.

After California's drug regulation initiative failed, Ohio is the next state to vote on how to keep prescription prices in check.

Brokers view Rep. Tom Price’s medical qualifications as a boon for the office that will reshape health reform, but worry about tax treatment of benefits.

Health savings accounts do not always fit compatibly with many benefits and as such can cause some employers to make some uncomfortable adjustments, says attorney Christopher A. Beinecke.

The HR startup has faced a spate of controversies in the last year after some employees used software to skirt training requirements and sold health insurance without the necessary licenses.

The decision Tuesday is a victory for 21 states and dozens of business groups that sued, complaining the new rule would increase government costs.

Fear of unintended consequences, such as a reduction in quality of care, has many in the industry unenthusiastic about the President-elect’s proposal.

Tax deductions, coverage limits and drug approval process all need to be addressed, say industry insiders.

Fear of unintended consequences, such as a reduction in quality of care, has many in the industry unenthusiastic about the President-elect’s proposal.

EEOC commissioner’s record labeled even-handed, Gov. Walker also on short list.

With the election of Donald Trump, the possible replacement of the ACA is the first thing that comes to mind for many Americans. Steve Flores, partner at Winston & Strawn, asks if Trump has the power to do so?

Donald Trump and Republicans are about to encounter a political nightmare: unraveling the Affordable Care Act, says Bloomberg View columnist Albert R. Hunt.

EEOC commissioner’s record labeled even-handed, Gov. Walker also on short list.