As employers continue to show more interest in adding wellness programs to their employee benefit plans, they must also be cognizant of any federal and/or state laws that could impact … Continued
The Department of Health and Human Services recently announced an extension to the existing transition policy for “grandmothered plans”.
SupplyChainBrain, the world’s most comprehensive supply chain management information resource which provides complete coverage of all fundamental supply chain principles, identifying emerging trends, strategies and best practices, recently featured Elliot … Continued
The attached Benefits Bulletin details the recent district court ruling on March 28, 2019 that invalidated the association health plan rule, which was finalized in June of 2018. The basis … Continued
As an undergraduate economics major, I studied British economist John Maynard Keynes and his teachings.One Keynesian economics theory from the early 1930s predicted widespread technological unemployment. However, he further stated … Continued
Keeping up to date with the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) can be challenging because it is a regulation that can occur sporadically and without warning. Fortunately, the Department … Continued
Under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) employers are required to pay overtime wages to employees who work more than 40 hours in a workweek. Exceptions apply to certain workers … Continued
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has released updated guidance regarding Health Savings Account (HSA) contributions that may qualify for recovery by the employer. Previously, the IRS released Notice 2008-59, which … Continued
The attached Benefits Bulletin details the rules around a mid-year change for Section 125 cafeteria plans. Per the guidelines, there are very limited reasons to permit an employee to make … Continued
Every year, the Department of Labor (DOL) requires administrators of certain Multiple Employer Welfare Arrangements (MEWAs) that offer medical benefits to electronically file the Form M-1. The DOL considers the Form … Continued