Group Benefits
FAQs about COBRA
The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 (ARRA) made important changes to the subsidy provision of COBRA (the Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1985). The U.S. Department of Labor’s Employee Benefits Security Administration provides information about how much the employer will pay and how much will be reimbursed by the government under the new law. For all COBRA-related questions, visit www.dol.gov
Scrambling to stay awake on the job
If it seems that, nowadays, employees look like they have not had a good night’s sleep for some time, it is probably because they have not. Employee fatigue appears to be a growing problem for many companies. As a result, pressure on employees, as well as employers, is building... read more
Barriers to Enrollment In Consumer-Directed Plans Remain
The rising cost of health care coverage will likely fuel enrollment in consumer-directed health plans (CDHPs), but the appeal of these plans could be limited by state and federal regulatory hurdles, complex plan design, and the high costs associated .... read more
Massachusetts Health Care Reform
The Massachusetts Health Care Reform Law was passed in April 2006. The primary goal is to increase access to health insurance for both individuals and employers. .... read more
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