Podcast: Request for Proposals (RFPs) with Richard Peace
As the song says, “You can’t always get what you want.” You might find, though, that a product RFP can get what you need when it comes to employee benefits. …
Executive Order on Health Costs to Affect Employer Health Plans
On June 27, 2019, President Donald Trump signed an executive order aimed at improving price and quality transparency in health care. The order is intended to increase availability of health …
FAQs on New Overtime Exemption Rule
In Sept. 24, 2019, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) announced a new final rule that updates the salary thresholds that some individuals must meet in order to qualify for …
DOL Issues New Salary Limits for Overtime Exemptions
On Sept. 24, 2019, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) announced a new final rule that updates the salary thresholds that some individuals must meet in order to qualify for …
COBRA Premiums: Compliance and Options
Group health plans can require qualified beneficiaries to pay for COBRA continuation coverage, although plan sponsors can choose to provide continuation coverage at reduced or no cost. The maximum amount …