Description: Most employers believe they are acting prudently when it comes to healthcare benefits. But in today’s market, many long-standing procurement practices would not withstand true fiduciary scrutiny. This discussion was recently presented at a Lehigh Valley SHRM program, where it generated strong engagement and follow-up questions from HR and benefits leaders. Due to continued […]

Description: Most employers assume that once open enrollment ends, the heavy lift is behind them. The reality is the highest compliance and financial risk actually occurs in the first 60–90 days of a new plan year. Misclassified employees, overlooked ALE status, late notices, or other early-year oversights can trigger costly fines, employee disputes, or unexpected […]