Confused about how COBRA applies when there are special circumstances with various group health benefits eligibility and coverage? You're not alone. These unusual situations have been confusing for benefits brokers and employers for years, and this article will explain a few of those special circumstances. The article will not address COBRA notification requirement specifics.
Employers look toward personalized benefits, better ROI on talent data
How much benefits personalization is desirable, or possible, for employers to provide their employees? With workplaces becoming more diverse, and consumers, aided by technology, continuing to expect more choices in all their purchases, it's a good question. Keith A. Friede, an area vice president of talent and organizational development for Arthur J. Gallagher, made a business case for increased personalization of benefits at a recent webinar.