by Market Cheetah | Nov 8, 2020 | Health Care Benefits, Human Resources, Leave Benefits, Retirement Benefits
​Four years ago, Donald Trump’s election had a significant impact on HR professionals, as it kicked off a process in which many federal regulations implemented by the Obama administration were revised and overturned. Given the election results, analysts expect the new Democratic administration will attempt to change many of those regulations, despite the ongoing pandemic.
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by Market Cheetah | Oct 10, 2020 | Employment Law, Health Care Benefits, Human Resources
The U.S. Supreme Court recently heard oral argument in a case that asks whether the Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA) pre-empts a state statute regulating prescription drug reimbursement rates that are set by pharmacy benefit managers.
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by Market Cheetah | Sep 29, 2020 | Benefits Communication, Benefits Technology, Communication, Health Care Benefits, Human Resources, Open Enrollment
To help communicate about health care benefits, the marketplace offers an array of benefits selection and enrollment platforms and consultants who can engage directly with employees. Here are tips for choosing appropriate tools and resources.
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by Market Cheetah | Sep 24, 2020 | Disability Benefits, Health Care Benefits, Human Resources, Open Enrollment, Voluntary Benefits
As the pandemic continues, some insurers are amending their critical illness policies to cover infectious diseases. Consider the details, however, and other issues when deciding whether to add critical illness coverage as a voluntary benefit.
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by Market Cheetah | Sep 1, 2020 | Executive Compensation, Health Care Benefits, Human Resources, Retirement Benefits
As employers reopen their businesses and re-engage employees, they should not overlook these potential pitfalls in the administration of their retirement, health and welfare plans and their executive compensation arrangements.
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by Market Cheetah | Aug 18, 2020 | Gender Identity, Health Care Benefits, Human Resources
A federal judge in New York temporarily blocked a regulation that would have removed certain health care protections for transgender individuals. The regulation was scheduled to take effect on Aug. 18.
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