WEX Inc.

OCTOBER 29, 2024

When it comes to navigating the world of employee benefits, there’s a lot to take in, especially if you’re a first-timer. Among the suite of benefits you’re likely to be offered, voluntary benefits are often misunderstood. Check out our other first-timer series blog posts on health plans and employee benefits.

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WEX Inc.

JULY 10, 2024

.” Learn more about employee benefits by subscribing to our blog ! The information in this blog post is for educational purposes only. WEX receives compensation from some of the merchants identified in its blog posts. It is not legal or tax advice.

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McDermott Will & Emery Employee Benefits

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

The Social Security Administration […] The post IRS Announces 2024 Employee Benefit Plan Limits appeared first on EMPLOYEE BENEFITS BLOG. Most of the dollar limits that are subject to adjustment for cost-of-living increases will increase for 2024.

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McDermott Will & Emery Employee Benefits

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

On November 9, 2023, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) announced cost-of-living adjustments to the applicable dollar limits for certain health and welfare plan benefits, including those for health flexible spending arrangements and commuter benefit plans, among other important updates.

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McDermott Will & Emery Employee Benefits

APRIL 9, 2024

Provisions of the […] The post Webinar Replay: New Employee Benefits Requirements for Part-Time Employees, Independent Contractors appeared first on EMPLOYEE BENEFITS BLOG.

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WEX Inc.

OCTOBER 30, 2024

As an employer, providing a robust employee benefits package is only half the battle. Educating on the value of their benefits and how best to use them is equally important. One of the questions we asked: What benefit would you like to learn more about? The information in this blog post is for educational purposes only.

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WEX Inc.

JULY 30, 2024

But employees remain top of mind for employers, with 55% of businesses saying they will not reduce salaries if there is a recession, and 47% saying they will not reduce benefits. That’s because benefits are critical for attracting and retaining talent. The impact cutting a benefits budget would have Why do you come into work?

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Employee Benefits

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

With 50% of employers planning to increase spend on financial wellbeing in place of offering wage increases and cost-of-living payments, it’s never been more important to make employee benefits sustainable. The Rewards and Employee Benefits Association (REBA) has recently published their Financial Wellbeing Research for 2023.

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WEX Inc.

MARCH 12, 2025

Subscribe to our blog for the latest insights on employee benefits. This blog post was most recently updated in March 2025. Please note: In a couple states, HSA funds are taxed. Simply hit the Subscribe button above or submit your email address in the form below.

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Employee Benefits

APRIL 25, 2024

Sustainability is at the heart of all we do at Pluxee UK, and we’re constantly striving to innovate our products to provide eco-friendly employee benefits. Read on to discover how sustainable, cost-effective and eco-friendly employee benefits can help your business thrive. That’s a £750.04

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Qandle

JANUARY 29, 2025

In this blog, well explore how payroll software can help organizations eliminate compliance risks, streamline payroll processes, and provide peace of mind for HR professionals and business owners. Compliance risk in payroll refers to the potential for errors, omissions, or violations of laws and regulations that govern employee compensation.

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Achievers

JANUARY 19, 2021

In the same study, 92 percent of employees agree when they’re recognized for a specific action, they’re more likely to take that action again in the future. . By recognizing valued employees, both the employer and employee benefit. Do you have any thoughts on this article? Share your comments below.

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McDermott Will & Emery Employee Benefits

JUNE 20, 2024

A nonqualified deferred compensation (NQDC) plan is a powerful employee benefits tool. The post NQDC Complications and Best Practices appeared first on EMPLOYEE BENEFITS BLOG. The post NQDC Complications and Best Practices appeared first on EMPLOYEE BENEFITS BLOG. Access the article.

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McDermott Will & Emery Employee Benefits

MAY 8, 2024

The post Congress Likely to Kick the Can on COVID-Era Telehealth Policies appeared first on EMPLOYEE BENEFITS BLOG. However, according to this KFF Health News article, Congress will likely “kick the can” past the November election. Access the article.

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McDermott Will & Emery Employee Benefits

APRIL 11, 2024

Our first webinar covered the legal, tax and administrative considerations a family […] The post Family Office Tax Webinar Replay: Compensation Strategies appeared first on EMPLOYEE BENEFITS BLOG.

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McDermott Will & Emery Employee Benefits

MARCH 28, 2024

The 2024 final rule, which went into effect March 11, 2024, repeals the majority of the prior final rule from 2019 that was found to be unlawful by three federal courts […] The post HHS Publishes New Rights of Conscience Final Rule appeared first on EMPLOYEE BENEFITS BLOG.

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McDermott Will & Emery Employee Benefits

MARCH 14, 2024

In an apparent attempt to shield physician practices from perceived abuses of close association with physician practice management (PPM) companies, a pending Oregon law could undermine a broad range of structures and transactions between physicians and laypersons, including loans, real estate leases, practice sales, national virtual care platforms, (..)

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McDermott Will & Emery Employee Benefits

MAY 1, 2024

This new law goes into effect July 1, 2024, and has a more expansive reach than many of its peer transaction notice laws. […] The post Indiana Enacts New Law Requiring Notice of Healthcare Transactions appeared first on EMPLOYEE BENEFITS BLOG.

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McDermott Will & Emery Employee Benefits

MAY 29, 2024

C3TI will serve as the central support hub for innovative approaches to clinical trials designed to improve the quality and efficiency of drug development and regulatory […] The post FDA Establishes CDER Center for Drug Innovation (C3TI) appeared first on EMPLOYEE BENEFITS BLOG.

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McDermott Will & Emery Employee Benefits

MAY 28, 2024

The final rule is anticipated to result in approximately 80% of LTCFs needing to […] The post Finalized Nursing Staff Standards Will Impact Most Long-Term Care Facilities appeared first on EMPLOYEE BENEFITS BLOG.

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McDermott Will & Emery Employee Benefits

JUNE 17, 2024

The program covers trends in recent significant court decisions relating to ESOPs as well as the latest theories advanced by plaintiff’s counsel and the US Department of […] The post The Changing Landscape of ESOP Litigation appeared first on EMPLOYEE BENEFITS BLOG.

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McDermott Will & Emery Employee Benefits

APRIL 16, 2024

The post Key Takeaways | How to Prepare for New State Health Privacy Laws appeared first on EMPLOYEE BENEFITS BLOG. During this webinar, Elliot Golding and Sam Siegfried discussed how these laws apply, what they require, and practical tips to implement and operationalize compliance. Access key takeaways and webinar replay.

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McDermott Will & Emery Employee Benefits

MAY 14, 2024

In releasing the 2024 update, OCR stated that its purpose was to “increase clarity for regulated […] The post OCR Update on Tracking Technologies Provides Little Relief for HIPAA-Regulated Entities appeared first on EMPLOYEE BENEFITS BLOG.

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McDermott Will & Emery Employee Benefits

MAY 7, 2024

The rate announcement is released annually and includes updates to the methodologies used to calculate MA plan payments, […] The post 340B Remedy Rule and Medicare Advantage Rates: Navigating Shifting Payments appeared first on EMPLOYEE BENEFITS BLOG.

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McDermott Will & Emery Employee Benefits

APRIL 25, 2024

Among the FAQs […] The post CMS Issues Guidance on Usage of AI in Making Coverage Determinations appeared first on EMPLOYEE BENEFITS BLOG. The letter covered frequently asked questions and answers related to the coverage criteria and utilization management requirements in the CMS Final Rule issued on April 5, 2023.

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McDermott Will & Emery Employee Benefits

JUNE 13, 2024

This looms large during […] The post Exploring the Virtual Care Policy Landscape One Year Post-PHE appeared first on EMPLOYEE BENEFITS BLOG. We are still operating under temporary waivers and flexibilities and, as a result, many pandemic-era virtual care policies are facing a cliff on December 31, 2024.

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McDermott Will & Emery Employee Benefits

APRIL 18, 2024

UnitedHealth Group for the 2023 MHPAEA Proposed Rule appeared first on EMPLOYEE BENEFITS BLOG. Like other similar cases, the case invites questions about the impact of potential changes under the proposed […] The post Lessons from Ryan S.

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McDermott Will & Emery Employee Benefits

MAY 2, 2024

These include: Expansion of the existing right to request flexible working New rules for the calculation of holiday and holiday pay entitlement for irregular hour workers and part-year workers A new unpaid leave right for carers Greater […] The post New UK Employment Law Changes Taking Effect appeared first on EMPLOYEE BENEFITS BLOG.

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McDermott Will & Emery Employee Benefits

MAY 9, 2024

All of the dollar limits currently in effect for 2024 will change for 2025, with the exception of one […] The post IRS Announces 2025 Limits for Health Savings Accounts, High-Deductible Health Plans and Excepted Benefit HRAs appeared first on EMPLOYEE BENEFITS BLOG.

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McDermott Will & Emery Employee Benefits

JULY 2, 2024

In this […] The post The Resurgence of Provider-Sponsored Health Plans in the New Health Care Ecosystem appeared first on EMPLOYEE BENEFITS BLOG.

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McDermott Will & Emery Employee Benefits

MAY 15, 2024

In Wegovy’s case, the FDA recently approved an additional […] The post Medicare Coverage of Wegovy Raises Questions Regarding the Affordability and Accessibility of Novel Medications appeared first on EMPLOYEE BENEFITS BLOG.

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McDermott Will & Emery Employee Benefits

MARCH 26, 2024

Amidst the legal […] The post Update on Texas Senate Bill 14-Related Lawsuits appeared first on EMPLOYEE BENEFITS BLOG. The case challenging the bill remains pending before the Texas Supreme Court.

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McDermott Will & Emery Employee Benefits

MARCH 12, 2024

If the US Supreme Court strikes down the established doctrine of significant judicial deference to certain government agency interpretations in two upcoming fishing boat cases, this decision could have ripple effects on employee benefit plan sponsors and fiduciaries.

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McDermott Will & Emery Employee Benefits

MAY 21, 2024

That article considered instances in which neither the plan sponsor nor […] The post The ACA 1557 Final Regulations: Plans and Plan Sponsors as Covered Entities appeared first on EMPLOYEE BENEFITS BLOG.

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McDermott Will & Emery Employee Benefits

MARCH 21, 2024

The advance notice is released on an annual basis and includes proposed updates […] The post CMS Releases CY 2025 Advance Notice for Medicare Advantage and Part D appeared first on EMPLOYEE BENEFITS BLOG.

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Abel HR

OCTOBER 2, 2024

This blog explores the pros and cons of corporate political activism and provides insights to help you navigate this challenging terrain. It involves balancing the potential benefits of enhanced brand identity, employee engagement, and customer loyalty with the risks of alienation, negative publicity, and legal challenges.

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Pacific Prime

APRIL 29, 2024

Companies offering employee life insurance as part of their employee benefits package is an excellent talent retention strategy. A life insurance policy will help protect the employees’ dependents from financial pressure when meeting outgoing expenses in the event of the former’s untimely passing.

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