Blogs: Employee Benefits

What happens to an employee's HRA when they pass away? Julie Athey discusses who can spend the money and if an HRA cash payout is possible.

Discover what options you have for changing dependent care FSA contributions outside of open enrollment. Including when changes are allowed and how to avoid over-contributing.

Is picking up a second job considered a "qualifying event", allowing an employee to drop their coverage? Understand how cafeteria plan regulations play a role in this decision.

Unsure about how to start COBRA coverage for your company? Learn the pros and cons of self-administering versus using a vendor, plus tips for preparing as your company grows.

As a major lawsuit against Johnson & Johnson makes headline news, employers are now questioning their fiduciary obligations. Understand fiduciary responsibilities and if you are meeting the right requirements.

Confused about the new electronic filing requirement for 1095-B forms? Julie Athey discusses the upcoming deadline and how employers should proceed.

Julie Athey discusses controlled groups and how they determine which companies are required to comply with the ACA's employer mandate.

Julie Athey discusses what is required of employers through the Affordable Care Act when a dependent turns 26.

Julie Athey discusses the variety of protections employees who participate in ROTC have under the USERRA, which applies to all employers and employees.

Julie Athey explains what steps need to be taken to change an employees' benefit election outside of open enrollment.

How much can an employee contribute to their FSA if they join mid-year? Julie Athey explains the expectations and limits for new hires.

Confused about waiting periods after a break in service and when to offer coverage? Find out your options in this month's Benefits Q&A with Julie Athey.