As more Americans struggle with obesity, anti-obesity medications have become a hot topic as there are new options for treating weight loss. The three most common drugs include Wegovy, Ozempic, … Continued
Cowden generally offers consulting services based on the client’s needs and short- and long-term goals. For most of our single employer defined benefit pension plan clients, a primary goal is … Continued
It has been a year since we first shared details about HB 2237, which we thought would easily pass. But then it died in the House Local Government committee before … Continued
We all know what a shattering event the COVID-19 pandemic was for caregivers. As the world was grounded to a halt, working parents and other caregivers were suddenly left without … Continued
With pay transparency laws becoming more common and younger generations in the workforce expecting greater transparency, no business can avoid having a serious conversation about their pay transparency practices. When … Continued
Many single employer defined benefit plan sponsors have seen their plans’ Pension Benefit Guaranty Corporation (PBGC) insurance premiums rise like a hot air balloon in recent years. The PBGC provides … Continued
Pittsburgh-based Acrisure Partner Cowden Associates invites you to attend the HR Leaders Compliance Summit presented by Acrisure, March 7-9, 2023. During the 3-day virtual summit, attendees will hear from numerous … Continued
March 1, 2023 is the deadline for sponsors of calendar year plans to complete an online disclosure form with Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), indicating whether the plan’s … Continued
Long Story Short – The Environment to Settle Benefit Obligations Has Improved for 2023 2022 opened with very high stock prices and low interest rates. Thanks to some chaos in … Continued
Getting pay right for employees requires a specific strategy. This then is further complicated as many companies struggle with how to approach a compensation strategy for remote workers. There are … Continued