Equity in employee benefits is an increasing priority as organizations strive to ensure fair, inclusive, and accessible offerings for all employees. As they evaluate how benefits are designed, communicated, and accessed, many are uncovering…

The 2026 medical renewal season was a difficult one for many employers, as evidenced by the data in our December 2025 MCS, where over half of employers reported receiving a medical renewal increase of 7% or greater. Headwinds, including increased…

Sponsors of health and welfare plans may have noticed an increased scrutiny of employee benefit offerings recently. Employers face more complexity than ever before, making compliance and documentation more critical.To gauge the temperature…

As the employee benefits landscape grows more intricate, employers are under constant pressure to manage rising costs, ensure compliance, and meet the evolving expectations of a diverse workforce. With a seemingly endless array of strategies,…

Many employers provide disability coverage and voluntary indemnity benefits (accident, hospital, cancer) to their workforce. While the benefits are important, they do not carry the same tax-advantaged treatment as health coverage. The benefits…

As another year has kicked off, employers have many areas of focus regarding their benefit programs. It can also be challenging to achieve all goals in a single year, so decision-makers must prioritize their efforts based on their unique circumstances. On…

Annual enrollment season is critical for employees to assess and purchase the health, financial, and wellness coverage they need for themselves and their families. Making informed choices during enrollment can help workers manage costs, plan…

Annual benefits enrollment is a crucial period for both employers and employees. It sets the stage for the coming year’s benefits plans and significantly influences employees’ overall perceptions of their benefits packages specifically…

Employers continue to recognize the profound impact of employee well-being on organizational success and productivity. Investing in the well-being of employees is not merely an altruistic endeavor; it’s a strategic imperative. A comprehensive…

Like any other year, 2024 will bring several benefit issues that employers must confront, including escalating costs, new pharmaceuticals and how to cover them, improving engagement in the benefits plan, and an increasingly complex regulatory…

As many employers begin thinking about their annual enrollment process and possible benefit changes, they will also review the contribution amounts employees pay for those benefits. Most employers offer a contribution schedule that varies by…

As employers continue to look for ways to enhance their employee benefits packages, support their employees, and attract top talent, they are more often exploring the array of family-building benefits available. Once considered to be offering…

Employers have a vested interest in the overall well-being of their employees. A happy and healthy workforce increases productivity, reduces absenteeism, improves retention, and lowers total benefit costs. There are several ways employers can…

COLUMBUS, OH – The 2022 Employee Benefits Market Trend Report is published and now available from Assurex Global. In 2022, Assurex Global conducted a series of polls during our webcasts with thousands of employers to understand a variety…

Inflation continues to be an issue for many Americans. High prices are impacting their wallet in several areas. As we near annual enrollment time, inflation fears may impact what and how employees purchase insurance coverage through their employer.…

Poor mental health has been a global issue for several years. Much like other world challenges, COVID-19 exacerbated the mental health crisis facing all of us. Mental health impacts all geographies, generations, industries, and demographics. We…

Over the past year, employers have had to adapt and react to the constantly shifting political climate and public opinion relating to vaccine mandates for employees. The Supreme Court recently struck down President Biden’s vaccine and testing…

Employers have offered voluntary benefits (also known as worksite benefits, supplemental benefits, or employee-paid insurance) for many years and they continue to increase in importance and demand. These products allow employees to conveniently…

Employee benefits remain a critical aspect of a company’s rewards program. As employers examine their offerings for next year, many continue to adopt additional products, limit financial burdens, and expand access to necessary resources to…

Tens of millions of Americans suffer from mental health issues, and the COVID-19 pandemic has only exacerbated this already severe problem. Employers are paying attention. Many companies report accelerated levels of stress, depression, and…

As we enter the last few months of 2020, it’s important for employers to remember that many members of their workforce are once again coping with other issues besides continued remote work: remote learning for children, reduced childcare…

Employers are examining all aspects of their business because of the COVID-19 pandemic, and employee benefit plans will certainly come under review. While the impulse for some may be to cut back on portions of their benefits program, it will…