McDermott Will & Emery Employee Benefits

JULY 31, 2024

The McDermott+ Check-Up features updates on healthcare legislative and regulatory activities that could impact health insurers, group health plan sponsors, healthcare providers and others in the health benefits industry.

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Commissions Health Insurance Healthcare Medical 52

Global People Strategist

JUNE 3, 2021

The purpose of the Act was to foster a healthy working relationship between the employer and the employees and provide all employees with basic employment rights such as minimum wage, paid leaves, compensation for overtime, protection against unlawful dismissal, and health and safety. Work Health and Safety Act 2011. Partnerships.

Health and Welfare 52

Health and Welfare Employment Paid Leave Commissions 52

Workers' Compensation Perspectives

JULY 4, 2024

The degree to which any statute results in work-related cases of mental injury being discouraged or denied shifts more costs from employers (the nominal payers of workers’ compensation premiums) to taxpayers (who fund social welfare), other workers (who fund social insurance), and insured (who fund some or all the costs for disability insurance).

Disability Insurance 52

Disability Insurance Workers’ Compensation Insurance Family and Medical Leave Act 52

Proskauer's Employee Benefits & Executive Compensa

MARCH 16, 2023

of the California Labor Code, an “owner, director, officer, or managing agent” of an employer may be held personally liable for violating or causing a violation of any provision of the Labor Code relating to minimum wages or hours and days of work in any Wage Order of the Industrial Welfare Commission.

Banking 52

Banking Payroll 401(k) Health and Welfare 52

Workplace Insight

JUNE 12, 2024

including animal welfare officers, zookeepers and vet assistants). There are also twice as many (relative to the rest of the UK) mental health nurses, and child and early years officers. Educational support assistants and health and safety managers and officers are also nearly twice as prevalent here. times the UK average.

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Health and Welfare Engineering IT Electronics 59

McDermott Will & Emery Employee Benefits

FEBRUARY 24, 2022

The US Departments of Labor, Treasury and Human and Human Services recently issued guidance regarding the application of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPPA) wellness rules to vaccine-related premium surcharges and discounts, clarifying that employers may charge vaccine […].

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Health Insurance Employment Insurance Employee Benefits 97

McDermott Will & Emery Employee Benefits

APRIL 24, 2024

This chart displays health-related regulations that may be issued this year, organized by federal agency and date of potential release. Access the […] The post 2024 Chart of Healthcare Regulations appeared first on EMPLOYEE BENEFITS BLOG.

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Healthcare Employee Benefits Health and Welfare Commissions 86

McDermott Will & Emery Employee Benefits

FEBRUARY 14, 2022

Even though the US Supreme Court blocked the US Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s (OSHA) vaccinate-or-test mandate for most employers, there is still confusion around who covers the cost for employee COVID-19 tests. In this Law360 article, McDermott’s Dawn Peacock outlines what employers need to know.

Employment 96

Employment Employee Benefits Health and Welfare Commissions 96

COMPackage

JULY 2, 2024

Bonuses and Incentives : Performance-related pay, including annual bonuses, commissions, and profit-sharing. Health Benefits : Medical, dental, vision insurance, and wellness programs. This includes salary information, bonuses, health benefits, retirement contributions, and any other perks.

Health and Welfare 52

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Workers' Compensation Perspectives

JANUARY 1, 2019

Over time, savings may be depleted, debts incurred, and their health and welfare diminished—furthering the burden of their original work-related injuries. Chairman], Report of the National Commission on State Workmen’s Compensation Laws , US Government July 1972 chapter 3 page 71] for at least some categories of recipients.

Workers’ Compensation 52

Workers’ Compensation Pension Health and Welfare Insurance 52

McDermott Will & Emery Employee Benefits

FEBRUARY 25, 2022

As the world enters the third year of the COVID-19 pandemic, employers have gained a greater understanding about the virus’ relationship with US anti-discrimination laws. With the inevitable rise of future variants and long-haul COVID-19 cases, however, businesses are still navigating murky waters.

Employment 98

Employment Employee Benefits Health and Welfare Commissions 98

McDermott Will & Emery Employee Benefits

APRIL 5, 2022

Many employers will likely encourage vaccination rather than mandate it. In this Ladders article, McDermott Partner Michelle Strowhiro notes the administrative burdens associated with tracking mandatory employee vaccination. Access the article. The post Fired for Not Getting the COVID Vaccine?

Employee Benefits 97

Employee Benefits Employment Health and Welfare Commissions 97

McDermott Will & Emery Employee Benefits

OCTOBER 5, 2022

How can healthcare executives navigate the growing antitrust scrutiny of healthcare mergers, and what are some of the key issues facing executives in the current regulatory environment?

Healthcare 96

Healthcare Employee Benefits Health and Welfare Commissions 96

Vantage Circle

MAY 29, 2023

Better Employee Health and Well-being Prioritizing people sustainability can lead to a healthier and more motivated workforce, with lower rates of stress, burnout, and absenteeism. According to a study by the SHRM , companies that invest in employee health and wellness programs see a return of $3 for every $1 spent.

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Health and Welfare Education Government Electronics 89

McDermott Will & Emery Employee Benefits

NOVEMBER 28, 2022

Jackson Women’s Health Organization, many employers extended travel benefits to women residing in states where abortion or reproductive health procedures may now be unlawful. Following the US Supreme Court’s decision in Dobbs v.

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Healthcare Benefits Healthcare Commissions Employment 98

McDermott Will & Emery Employee Benefits

JANUARY 12, 2023

Lawyers are advising employers to beef up their health-related travel benefits to emphasize equal access for all employees as the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission begins to target employers that have expanded travel coverage for abortions.

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Commissions Employee Benefits Employment Health and Welfare 97

Workplace Insight

MARCH 10, 2025

Enhancing support for individuals with health conditions to remain in employment could lead to significant economic benefits for the United Kingdom, according to a new report from the Commission for Healthier Working Lives. The Trades Union Congress (TUC) has highlighted a concerning increase in work-related ill health.

Health and Welfare 52

Health and Welfare Commissions Pension Government 52

Vantage Circle

OCTOBER 18, 2024

By investing in their comfort, you show employees that you genuinely care about their welfare, which, in turn, will boost their morale and productivity. Additionally, you can provide a well-designed health plan with the assistance of wellness tools such as fitness challenges, mental health support, and nutrition guidance.

Retail 103

Retail Health and Welfare Employee Retention Financial Compensation 103

Empuls

DECEMBER 24, 2024

Reports from former employees indicate long hours and a culture that prioritizes innovation at the expense of employee welfare. In light of the ongoing scrutiny, Activision Blizzard reached an $18 million settlement with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) after a three-year investigation into its workplace practices. 

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