Insights, Advice and Industry Updates

The Supreme Court decision on abortion raises a critical question: whether self-funded health plans are subject to state criminal laws.

Abortion Ruling Raises Questions for Employer Health Plans

Jun 29, 2022

4-minute read The U.S. Supreme Court decision to overturn Roe vs. Wade raises a critical question few companies may have anticipated: whether their self-funded health plans are subject […]

The new fiduciary obligations facing employers with group health plans is part of a seismic change in the employee-benefits world.

Employers Face New Fiduciary Obligations Under Health Law

Jun 27, 2022

4-minute read The new brokerage compensation transparency rules in the Consolidated Appropriations Act have gotten far less attention than they deserve. But the same can be said about […]

The U.S. Supreme Court has decided to stay clear of a debate over whether workers’ compensation insurance covers the costs of medical marijuana for injured workers.

Supreme Court Steers Clear of Medical Marijuana Reimbursement Challenges

Jun 25, 2022

3-minute read The U.S. Supreme Court has decided to stay clear of a debate over whether workers’ compensation insurance covers the costs of medical marijuana for injured workers. […]

Shoring up fleet safety, whether your operation runs 10 school buses or 1,000 18-wheelers, is paramount in light of "nuclear" verdicts.

Putting the Pedal to the Metal on Fleet Safety

Jun 15, 2022

4-minute read With both distracted driving and multimillion-dollar “nuclear” jury verdicts on the rise, no one wants to find themselves on the road without adequate commercial auto liability […]

The Consolidated Appropriations Act (CAA) includes provisions to help business owners struggling with recruiting employees.

Buried Treasure: CAA Help in Recruiting, Retaining Employees

Jun 6, 2022

4-minute read At 5,593 pages, the Consolidated Appropriations Act is one of the longest pieces of legislation in U.S. history. Sprinkled across its many pages are several provisions […]

Insurance rates continued to climb in the first quarter of 2022 but at a slower pace than in the previous quarter.

Commercial Insurance Rates Seen Moderating

May 31, 2022

6-minute read Relief, at last. That may be the best way to describe how business owners should feel after hearing the latest findings from the Council of Insurance Agents […]

What can businesses do to safeguard their property from wildfires? Here are six risk-control tips to protect you and keep underwriters happy.

Protecting Your Business From Wildfires

May 17, 2022

6-minute read Scientists say much of the West is experiencing its driest conditions in 1,200 years. Mind-boggling and more than mildly concerning, right? However you process it all, […]

Health Plan Brokers Face New Compensation Disclosure Rules

May 7, 2022

Transparency and shared expectations are gold standards of any successful business relationship. When it comes to their employee health plan broker, employers should look for someone who keeps […]

If you’ve taken the time to read and understand the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2021, you will have learned a few things.

The Secret Payments in Your Company’s Health Plan

May 3, 2022

Opinion By Jason Andrade If you’ve taken the time to read and understand the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2021, you will have learned three things: It’s time you […]

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