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Employee Benefits

Voluntary benefits: The new ERISA target

Allison Bell -
The plaintiffs in these lawsuits say the employers and their benefits advisors should have shopped better.
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Peace over promotion: How ‘Gen Zen’ is redefining career success

Wendy Smith -
Understanding the Gen Z mindset and creating policies and cultures that reflect it are essential for attracting and retaining the next wave of talent, this expert writes.
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The caregiving crisis is at your doorstep: What HR leaders must do now

Jeff Jacques, M.D., and Madhavi Vemireddy, M.D. -
A married couple shares how their caregiving experiences highlighted the gaps facing employees, and the support HR can provide.
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Employee financial anxiety hits new high heading into 2026

Michael S. Fischer -
Nearly half are more stressed heading into 2026 than they were 12 months ago, Allianz Life finds.
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Anxiety over healthcare costs soars to highest level in two decades

Alan Goforth -
Americans' concerns about healthcare costs have surged. Discover the latest findings on satisfaction and perceptions of healthcare.
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These macro factors are redefining benefits strategy, culture and morale

Joel Kranc -
A new Gallagher survey highlighted the organization-wide impacts of current economic and business conditions.
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Why Colorado’s paid NICU leave law could spark nationwide trend

Jen Colletta -
In January, Colorado will become the first state to mandate employers provide paid NICU leave so employees can care for critically ill newborns.
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U.S. health systems are forced to overhaul strategy due to declining reimbursements

Natalie Dolce -
With Medicare and Medicaid reimbursements expected to drop, hospitals are already bracing for a 6% to 7% reduction in per-visit payments this year alone.
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Emerging GLP-1 drugs are reshaping employers’ 2026 priorities

Tom Starner -
The ever-expanding popularity of GLP-1 drugs for weight loss is challenging employers to balance access and cost.
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Escalating health costs force employers to prioritize cost control

Alan Goforth -
“Amid inflation, economic volatility and shifting social expectations, our survey shows organizations are prioritizing cost control more than ever,” says Chana Bieker, senior vice president at Brown & Brown.
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Best-in-Class Benefits: How Financial Wellness Sets Companies Apart

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Today's employees want more than a paycheck-they want a workplace that helps them build a better life.
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Gen X is lagging on savings despite nearing retirement

Joel Kranc -
Six in 10 Gen Xers do not feel retirement is an urgent priority, according to a recent report.
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When employees lack purpose, health risks skyrocket

Michael Popke -
“Having a sense of purpose gives people energy and helps them feel happier and healthier,” Stuart Lustig, national medical executive for behavioral strategy and product design for Cigna Healthcare, said in a statement.
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As healthcare costs continue to rise, sticker shock is hitting American employees

Kristen Smithberg -
"While many Americans are satisfied with their coverage options for 2026, many are facing significant cost increases and less rich benefits,” said Derrick Duke, CEO of eHealth.
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Employee benefits understanding jumps to 80%, yet satisfaction hits a new low

Alan Goforth -
Only 6 in 10 employees feel satisfied with their benefit offerings, compared to two-thirds in the previous year.
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40% of older Americans work after claiming Social Security benefits

John Manganaro -
Staying employed after starting benefits serves different purposes for different groups, a new report finds.
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A $154 billion warning: The loneliness crisis HR can’t ignore

Jen Colletta -
Cigna research found that more than half of the U.S. workforce say they feel lonely regularly, a figure that is significantly higher for millennials and Gen Z workers.
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40% of SMBs ‘very likely’ to adopt new health models

Allison Bell -
Many small employers told a survey team that they want to try programs like ICHRAs, even though they know little about the programs.
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How to avoid the ‘winter blues’ becoming a real threat to employee wellbeing

Tom Starner -
Shorter days and darker commutes can affect employee mental health in winter months, hurting workplace productivity and morale.
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2027 Medicare draft rule could ease compliance burdens for plan sponsors

Allison Bell -
The proposed change could save 7,049 HRA and ICHRA sponsors from the notice requirements.
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Stuck-in-the-middle patients blame prior authorization for healthcare burdens

Alan Goforth -
"Other than out-of-pocket costs, I would wager that prior authorization review is the one thing consumers find most burdensome in our current health system,” says Drew Altman, president and CEO of KFF.
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AHIP: Employers now covering more of workers’ health premiums

Allison Bell -
The AHIP's latest state data book also shows health insurance sector job growth.
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‘Quiet firing’ and layoffs have workers ’emotionally drained and stressed’ heading into 2026

Tom Starner -
New research finds that a majority of workers say an employer has tried to force them out of their job, highlighting ongoing organizational mistrust.
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Fix your broken wellbeing incentive programs with behavioral science

Jessica Jones and Julie Noblick -
Some employers are concerned about how employees will adapt if they revise or eliminate incentive programs. These authors show how behavioral economics precepts can help ease incentive program transitions.
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Unused PTO: a red flag that employees are about to bolt?

Jen Colletta -
As the year closes out, employees who leave PTO on the table largely aren't doing so because they don't want the time off; instead, there are problems with the company culture, this expert says.
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75% of employers say HR technology is reshaping benefits delivery

Alan Goforth -
Employers need intuitive benefits technology platforms focused on customization and tailored recommendations, researchers write.
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Just six in 10 retirees feel financially secure; what can HR do?

Lucy Peterson -
New research finds that the financial security of retirees is changing and suggests that personalized solutions are crucial.
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The future of compensation is flexible, fair and fast

Jill Barth -
Employees across the spectrum, from hourly staff to executives, have financial obligations and money stress, said Jason Rahlan from Dayforce. “Employees aren’t asking for a handout. They want access to the money they already earned.”
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Half of Americans give the U.S. health insurance system a ‘C’ grade

Alan Goforth -
However, the same eHealth survey revealed that nearly nine in 10 are satisfied with their own insurance.
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‘Beyond awareness’: Staying on the leading edge of the mental health crisis

Tom Starner -
Leading employers are moving well beyond fighting stigma to take more concrete action for their employees' mental health.
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Boosting benefit satisfaction during open enrollment

Kimberly Landry -
The lead-up to open enrollment is an opportunity for companies to take stock of their benefits strategies and make meaningful improvements.
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Are executive benefits back?

Jen Colletta -
New research finds a resurgence in executive benefits, particularly those focused on financial and physical health.
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Health insurance costs in 2026: Expect a double-digit increase

Alan Goforth -
A new report from WTW forecasts double-digit increases in health insurance costs. What's driving the spike?
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Rising premiums ahead—can ICHRAs give HR a way out?

Jill Barth -
Employers are using ICHRAs to shift risk from unpredictable group plans to the broader individual market. "This approach allows employers to reduce exposure to high-cost claims while staying compliant with ACA requirements," says this benefits tech founder.
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UnitedHealthcare faces scrutiny over higher payments to Optum providers

Kristen Smithberg -
A new study raises concerns about growing insurer-physician consolidation and suggests practices by some health conglomerates warrant closer scrutiny.
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