Court Dismisses ERISA Fiduciary Class Action Against Johnson & Johnson
On January 24, 2025, the U.S. District Court of New Jersey dismissed two fiduciary breach claims in Lewandowski v. Johnson & Johnson, et al. (“Lewandowski”). In Lewandowski, the plaintiffs alleged […]
Updates for High Deductible Health Plans
Telehealth Flexibility Sunsetting in 2025 As a result of the CARES Act in 2020, HDHPs were permitted to provide first dollar telehealth coverage without negatively impacting HSA eligibility. This relief […]
Deadline Approaching: HIPAA Rules to Limit the Use and Disclosure of PHI Related to Reproductive Health Care
As a result of the overturning of Roe v. Wade, the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) released final rules aimed at ensuring the privacy of protected health information […]
Secure 2.0 Retroactive Amendment
As we approach the end of the year, it’s important for Plan Sponsors to be aware of the new tax planning opportunities available under the SECURE Act. Plan Sponsors are […]
Gag Clause Prohibition Compliance Attestation Due by December 31, 2024
Background When the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021 (CAA) was enacted by Congress on December 27, 2020, the law included a provision preventing group health plans and health insurance carriers from […]
Delaware Paid Family and Medical Leave Opt-Out Deadline is Approaching
Overview of Delaware PFML: Starting January 1, 2026, Delaware’s PFML program will provide paid leave benefits to employees who have been employed for at least one year and have worked at […]
Catch Up Provisions
New Catch-Up Limits Under Secure Act 2.0 As a plan sponsor, it’s crucial to stay informed about legislative changes that impact retirement plans. The Secure Act 2.0, signed into law […]
Upcoming Changes for HDHP Plan Sponsors Under Medicare Part D
Employers who sponsor group health plans must act now regarding the status of their prescription drug coverage in advance of changes to Medicare Part D that go into effect for […]
Retirement Plan Checklist For Plan Sponsors
End of Year Checklist for Plan Sponsors: Ensuring Compliance and Maximizing Benefits As we approach the 4th quarter of 2024, it’s crucial for plan sponsors to take a proactive approach […]
IRS Releases Education Assistance FAQs
The IRS recently released a Fact Sheet to address frequently asked questions related to educational assistance programs offered under IRC Section 127. Programs offered under this section allow employees to […]
