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In Opinion Letter FMLA 2025-01-A, the U.S. Department of Labor clarified that state and local paid family and medical leave (PFML) is treated like paid disability and workers'...

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The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has updated its HIPAA enforcement website to announce the start of the 2024-25 HIPAA audit program. The program has been dormant...

2 minute readThe Departments of Health and Human Services, Labor and the Treasury (Departments) recently issued frequently asked questions (FAQs) on the implementation of several federal...

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We’re thrilled to announce the launch of our newly designed website.

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The Department of Labor (DOL) has updated its 2025 inflation-adjusted penalties for employer violations of federal laws including:

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As health care costs rise, the demand for voluntary benefits grows. These benefits, offered by employers but fully or partially paid by employees, enhance traditional packages without...

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Employee benefits are evolving, and staying ahead is crucial for attracting and retaining top talent. With a multigenerational workforce, expectations for work-life balance, mental...

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President Joe Biden recently signed two bills to simplify ACA reporting requirements under Internal Revenue Code Sections 6055 or 6056. Now, certain employers and health coverage...

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Congress passed and President Biden signed the "American Relief Act, 2025", a continuing resolution aimed at extending various appropriations and programs through March 31, 2025. This...

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On December 4, 2024, the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Texas vacated a new notice requirement for fixed indemnity coverage in the group market, which was set to start...