Broad in scope, the final DOL ruling favors plan sponsors, but also puts pressure on them to adjust to new industry realities.

Retirement plan industry experts are greeting the Department of Labor’s plans, which will force employers to be more cautious when hiring advisers, with a mix of caution and optimism.

Some advisers are calling it the most sweeping regulatory reform of the retirement industry in 76 years.

The ACA’s excise tax shouldn’t include contributions to HSAs and FSAs, benefit experts say, arguing that such a levy may lead employers to cut those health programs from their plans.

Having had time to take measure of the healthcare reform law, their focus is shifting from ensuring compliance to controlling costs, says Eric Helman of Hodges-Mace.

The ACA’s excise tax shouldn’t include contributions to HSAs and FSAs, benefit experts say, arguing that such a levy may lead employers to cut those health programs from their plans.

Having had time to take measure of the health care reform law, their focus is shifting from assuring compliance to controlling costs, says Eric Helman of Hodges-Mace.

It is not unheard of for violations to cost a company millions of dollars plus attorney’s fees, one expert cautions.

Advisers can help employers pay close attention to these items to avoid catching the eye of the DOL.

Following a suit filed in federal court, employers are advised to be careful about how they communicate changes to employees’ hours.

Plan sponsors should stand their ground to discourage plaintiffs from pursuing more lawsuits, says one expert.

With the final rule about to be released, here’s why advisers may regret delaying their preparation for the new regulation.

Labor Secretary Thomas Perez and other political luminaries are set to announce the regulation that many believe could usher in unprecedented change in the financial services industry.

Following a suit filed in New York federal court, employers are advised to be extremely careful about how they communicate changes to employees’ hours.

Lawsuits can’t be avoided, so advisers should focus on helping clients improve their processes, one expert says.

As the Department of Labor’s proposed “white-collar” rules move closer to becoming final this summer, with an effective date 60 days later, we take the opportunity to explain further what these new regulations will mean for employers.

The DOL’s impending fiduciary rule will accelerate employers’ move toward vetting for experienced brokers, one expert says, adding that a formal process would help plan sponsors better spot suitable firms.

The DOL’s impending fiduciary rule will accelerate employers’ move toward vetting for experienced brokers, one expert says, adding that a formal process would help plan sponsors better spot suitable firms.

Industry experts say the new regulations will be announced soon, but many benefit brokers are hoping its release is pushed back.

It is not unheard of for violations to cost a company millions of dollars plus attorney’s fees. An employer could also end up paying for their ex-employees’ health coverage if premiums are collected improperly.