Financial wellness programs are becoming one of the most in-demand employee benefits and are the focus of this year’s National Employee Benefits Day. Employers can use April 2 as a day to evaluate the effectiveness of their...more
It’s hard enough to juggle a career and childcare responsibilities — but many employees with young children also have aging parents who need their help, too. Expenses, time constraints, emotional decision-making, and...more
2/17/2025
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A wave of ERISA class-action lawsuits is challenging tobacco surcharge programs in employer-sponsored health plans across the U.S. These cases center on potential fiduciary breaches, with plaintiffs arguing that surcharges...more
11/26/2024
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