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COBRA and Active Duty: What Employers Need to Know
When a former employee receiving COBRA coverage is called to active military duty, employers may wonder how COBRA and USERRA apply. Here's a quick breakdown of your obligations. What is COBRA? COBRA (Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act) allows employees and...
ERISA Penalty for Failing to Provide Plan Documents: What Employers Need to Know
Under ERISA, plan administrators must provide requested plan documents—like the Summary Plan Description—within 30 days of a written request from a participant or beneficiary. If they fail to do so, a court may impose a penalty of up to $110 per day, starting on day...
What Happens to Qualified Transportation Plan Balances When an Employee Leaves?
Qualified transportation fringe benefits are a popular way for employers to support commuting costs while offering tax advantages. But what happens to unused balances when an employee leaves the company? If you're considering implementing a qualified transportation...
Federal Law Overhauls Employee Benefits: What Employers Need to Know
A new federal law—formerly known as the “One Big Beautiful Bill”—has introduced significant changes to employee benefits. These updates impact everything from dependent care, health savings accounts to Transportation benefits. Here's a breakdown of the most important...
COBRA Election Notice Returned as Undeliverable? Here’s What to Do
When a COBRA election notice is returned as undeliverable, it can create uncertainty and potential legal risk for employers and plan administrators. While COBRA regulations require that notices be sent to the qualified beneficiary’s last-known address, a returned...
How to Prevent Account Takeovers: Smart Security Tips for Employers and Employees
Online scams and account takeovers are on the rise, targeting everything from bank accounts to employee benefits. While platforms like Alegeus offer built-in protections, the best defense starts with awareness. Here’s how both employers and employees can stay secure:...
What Happens to COBRA Coverage When Someone Moves Out of Their HMO Area?
When employees or their dependents lose group health coverage due to a qualifying event, COBRA ensures they can continue their health benefits. But what happens when a qualified beneficiary under COBRA relocates outside the service area of their HMO (Health...
ACA Compliance: Are Employers Required to Cover Spouses Under Group Health Plans?
As healthcare costs continue to rise, many large employers are reevaluating their group health plan offerings. A common cost-saving strategy is to exclude spousal coverage. But does this decision expose employers to penalties under the Affordable Care Act (ACA)? Let’s...
Are TPA-Administered Health FSAs Subject to HIPAA? What Employers Need to Know
As employers prepare to offer health flexible spending accounts (FSAs), a common question arises: Are health FSAs administered by third-party administrators (TPAs) subject to HIPAA’s privacy and security rules? The short answer is yes—and here’s why...
Do You Have to Offer Health Insurance? How to Count Employees for ACA Rules
If your business hires extra help during the holidays, you might wonder if you’re required to offer health insurance. That depends on whether you’re an Applicable Large Employer (ALE) under the Affordable Care Act (ACA). What’s an ALE? You’re an ALE if...
Events:
NueSynergy’s Director of Central Sales will be in St. Louis September 15-16
Following last month’s visit to Nashville, NueSynergy is back on the road for another sales...
NueSynergy’s Director of Central and Southeast Sales will be in Nashville August 18-19
After two months off, NueSynergy is back on the road for another sales trip. From August 18-19,...
NueSynergy’s Director of Central Sales will be in Colorado June 13-14
NueSynergy is nearing its third sales trip of the month....
NueSynergy’s Director of Southeast Sales will be in Birmingham on June 9
NueSynergy's second sales trip of the month is coming up. On June 9 only, John Kirchmeyer,...
NueSynergy’s Director of Southeast Sales will be in Virginia Beach June 5-7
NueSynergy is off to another exciting sales trip next month. From June 5-7, John Kirchmeyer,...
NueSynergy’s Director of Central and Southeast Sales will be in Austin May 23-25
NueSynergy is making its second sales trip of the month next week. From May 23-25, Director of...
NueSynergy’s Director of Southeast Sales will be in Savannah May 17-19
NueSynergy is making its third sales trip of the year next week. From May 17-19, John...
A member of NueSynergy’s sales team will be in Fort Worth April 26-29
NueSynergy is set to kick off its second trip of the calendar year next week. From April 26-29,...