Law and regulation

Under an executive order signed Thursday, small employers would potentially be able to band together from across the country to create association health plans.

Eric Hargan has held various positions in the department, including deputy secretary, under President George W. Bush.

Many legislators are moving ahead with initiatives affecting employee benefits in their communities, such as equal pay laws and healthcare reform

Many legislators are moving ahead with initiatives affecting employee benefits in their communities, such as equal pay laws and healthcare reform

Don J. Wright of Virginia will be named as acting secretary, effective at 11:59 p.m. on Friday.

Careful communication of reasonable alternative standard can keep employers out of court; Macy’s lawsuit renews concern about punitive measures.

More states such as New York are implementing their own mandated regulations for businesses, but some employers may want to plan ahead before it becomes mandatory.

Payments must reflect a reasonable estimate of the employee’s losses and expenses attributable to disasters like Hurricanes Harvey and Irma.

As regulations, policies and case laws constantly change, employers struggle to reach and maintain ERISA and DOL compliance.

Careful communication of reasonable alternative standard can keep employers out of court; Macy’s lawsuit renews concern about punitive measures.