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New Indexed Benefit and Cost-of Living Adjustments for 2025

New Indexed Benefit and Cost-of Living Adjustments for 2025

The Departments of Treasury, Health and Human Services, and Labor have published updated indexed benefit and cost-of-living adjustments impacting employee benefit plans. This article offers a high-level overview of the affected…

Rethinking PTO With a Convertible Plan

Rethinking PTO With a Convertible Plan

Paid time off (PTO) presents a unique challenge. It consistently ranks among employees’ most sought-after benefits. But PTO is also among the most underused offerings. According to The Harris Poll, 78%…

Multiple Insurance Policies Should Include HIPAA Coverage

Multiple Insurance Policies Should Include HIPAA Coverage

The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) is a federal law that safeguards patient health information. It also gives people access to their records and the right to request corrections….

Evolving Trends in Employee Wellness Programming

Evolving Trends in Employee Wellness Programming

As an employer, you understand the importance of wellness programming for the health and well-being of your employees and organization. However, changes in work environments and employee expectations have made it…

Professional Liability Insurance: When To File a Claim and Why

Professional Liability Insurance: When To File a Claim and Why

Professional liability insurance covers your business against claims of negligence brought by your clients. Typically, these claims arise because of mistakes or a failure to perform your duties as promised (either…

Industrial Hygiene: Preventing Chemical Exposures

Chemical safety often focuses on proper storage and personal protective equipment (PPE). This information is important, but you should also be aware of the health implications of chemical exposures. What is…

How Generative AI Can Transform HR

How Generative AI Can Transform HR

How Generative AI Can Transform HR   Generative artificial intelligence (AI) has great potential to support your HR employees. The hope is that it can streamline administrative tasks and free HR employees…

How To Maintain a Safe and Productive Work Environment

How To Maintain a Safe and Productive Work Environment

How To Maintain a Safe and Productive Work Environment The safety and health of your employees are top priorities. Workplace injuries not only have an impact on your production, but they can…

Unlock Employee Insights With Listening Tours

Unlock Employee Insights With Listening Tours

Unlock Employee Insights With Listening Tours The art of communication rests more in listening than in speaking. We have two ears and one mouth because we’re supposed to listen twice as much…

Learn More About Required Plan Disclosures

Learn More About Required Plan Disclosures

Learn More About Required Plan Disclosures   In 1974, Congress passed the Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA). ERISA set thresholds for employers sponsoring group plans (plan sponsors) to protect participating employees and…