Former Amazon manager claims the company racially profiles job seekers
In the wrongful termination suit, a former regional loss prevention manager said she knew Amazon had been criticized publicly for its lack of diversity in the workplace.
Legal issues and news
PNC ordered to pay $2.4M to former employee in sexual harassment case
The wealth manager claimed bank management knew a customer had a history of sexual harassment, but allowed him to continue doing business at the branch anyway.
How you can help your clients cope with a forced retirement
To reduce the risk of retiring early, seniors are advised to take on a part-time job or downsize to reduce expenses.
Goldman settles ADHD discrimination suit with former analyst
The ex-employee resigned after the bank’s "stubborn refusal” to address his attention-deficit condition.
Benefits Think Insurers must take the lead on cyber protection in digitalization
Sometimes, in an attempt to gather data or introduce simplicity using a technology solution, businesses and brokers can inadvertently expose themselves to elevated levels of cyber risk.
Jeff Canfield
Argo Group
Benefits Think Resist the urge to access: The impact of the Stored Communications Act on employers
When resigning employees return company cell phones and computers, they may not have logged out of personal email accounts. An attorney tells employers why they shouldn't read those messages.
Taylor Eric White
Foley & Lardner LLP
Benefits Think Why employers shouldn’t object to legal insurance
While this benefit does not have wide-spread adoption, across generations workers have various reasons to consult with an attorney.
Dennis Healy
ARAG
Benefits Think Don’t let your employees jeopardize your trade secrets
Courts place the burden on employers to use reasonable measures to protect their proprietary information.
Jonathan Michael Thomas
Foley & Lardner LLP
Mistakes retirees should avoid before a market correction
If they fear a sharp downturn, seniors may want to avoid locking up their retirement accounts in long-term bonds.
Data breaches are putting client data at risk. Here’s what advisers can do
Independent brokerages and agencies are “low-hanging fruit” for cybercriminals, one expert says.
Court takes up case that could upend US health system
The fate of the ACA is again on the line, as a federal appeals court in New Orleans hears a lower court case which ruled the massive health law unconstitutional.
Benefits Think Employers may need to revisit practices surrounding medical marijuana
Companies face a complicated array of laws on workplace policies and drug testing. Here are just a few they need to keep in mind.
Laura Elkayam
Much Shelist P.C.
Why retirees shouldn’t use their 401(k)s to pay off debt
Tapping into these plans is one method used to prevent bankruptcy.
Trump’s group health plan rules struck down as ACA `end-run’
The initiative was intended as a cheaper alternative to Obamacare, but a judge ruled the policy violates the healthcare law.
Blue states challenge Trump’s association health plan rules
The Trump administration's desire to end Obamacare could spell trouble for newly expanded association health plans.
Ruling striking down ACA won’t affect coverage – yet
The opinion that the entire ACA can no longer stand would disrupt countless aspects of American healthcare, including rules for employer plans.
How seniors can avoid these common scams
Scammers can learn quite a bit of information from social media so don’t think that just because they know a couple pieces of information about you and your family that they are legit.
Convinced a cyberattack is looming, many employers still don’t prepare
Many companies think experiencing a security cyberattack is inevitable, but a majority aren't taking adequate steps to protect themselves, a new report reveals.
Convinced a cyberattack is looming, many employers still don’t prepare
Many companies think experiencing a security cyberattack is inevitable, but a majority aren't taking adequate steps to protect themselves, a new report reveals.
