Category: Employee Group Benefits

November 13, 2018
Which Federal Employment Laws Apply to My Company?
There are a number of different federal employment laws that have their own rules for covered employers. Employers should be aware of the federal employment laws that may…

November 08, 2018
Vision Care: UV Protection
The sun releases energy, called radiation, in various forms: in the sunlight you see, the heat you feel and the invisible ultraviolet (UV) rays that cause sunburn. UV…

October 31, 2018
ACA Violations—Penalties and Excise Taxes
The Affordable Care Act (ACA) includes numerous reforms for group health plans and creates new compliance obligations for employers and health plan sponsors. The ACA, for example, requires…

October 31, 2018
Final Forms for 2018 ACA Reporting Released
In late September 2018, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) released final 2018 forms and instructions for reporting under Internal Revenue Code (Code) Sections 6055 and 6056. 2018 Forms…

September 27, 2018
Understanding Health Insurance Terminology: Infographic
This infographic explains some of the most common health insurance terminology, so employees can better understand their coverage. Click here or on the image below to download.

September 18, 2018
Wellness Initiatives to Prevent Substance Abuse
Substance abuse is the unhealthy use of alcohol, drugs or other substances that negatively interfere with a person’s functioning or well-being. Substance abuse can negatively affect peoples’ physical…

August 22, 2018
Workplace Wellness: Ergonomics Overview
Introduction Working through pain can cause disabling injuries, potentially ending your career. That is why it is important to practice good ergonomics, which is the study of how you…

August 22, 2018
Workplace Wellness: Focusing Your Efforts
Now that you have completed your analysis of your workplace and considered an array of wellness program strategies, it is time to narrow your focus. By looking at…

August 22, 2018
Enhancing the Return on Your Wellness Investment
According to the Wellness Council of America (WELCOA), the majority of health care costs treat preventable chronic conditions. Depending on the health of your employees, this can generate…

August 16, 2018
Offering Multiple Health Plans
According to the Employer Health Benefits 2017 Annual Survey, 58 percent of covered workers are employed in a firm that offers more than one type of health insurance…

August 08, 2018
Travel Insurance for Businesses
Travel insurance offers a broad range of benefits and services, such as worldwide emergency hotline services, medical evacuation, reimbursement for unexpected cancellation or delay, and more. Companies with…

July 25, 2018
6 HR Trends to Monitor in 2018
HR departments must constantly adapt to new requirements from both internal and external sources. Unexpected factors like new regulations from the White House and additional workplace responsibilities commonly…