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Senate Health Bill Wins Corporate Favor

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Senate Health Bill Wins Corporate Favor

While millions would become uninsured if the bill became law, group health plans would mostly benefit, observers say.

By David McCann | June 23, 2017

Health Care: Whatever Happens, Most Companies Will Stand Pat

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Health Care: Whatever Happens, Most Companies Will Stand Pat

Companies say they'll still adhere to many ACA provisions, even if federal government policies allow them not to.

By David McCann | March 28, 2017

ACA Is a Drain on Corporate Coffers

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ACA Is a Drain on Corporate Coffers

If the Affordable Care Act is fully repealed, employers will surely benefit, says an attorney who helped create it nine years ago.

By Christopher Condeluci | December 15, 2016

Uncertainty Flares Again for Health Benefits

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Uncertainty Flares Again for Health Benefits

Following this week's elections, CFOs are again in the dark about the outlook for the cost, delivery, and quality of company-sponsored health care.

By David McCann | November 11, 2016

Employers Feeling Pain of Obamacare Compliance

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Employers Feeling Pain of Obamacare Compliance

Half of the employers surveyed by Mercer say the additional administrative burden of proving compliance has been "very significant."

By Matthew Heller | April 13, 2016

Like It or Not, It’s Time to Face Obamacare

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Like It or Not, It’s Time to Face Obamacare

With Supreme Court ruling in favor of the government, the "employer mandate" stays in place and companies should start working to avoid the "Cadillac Tax."

By David McCann | June 25, 2015

Will You Be Happy if Obamacare Goes Poof?

Human Capital & Careers

Will You Be Happy if Obamacare Goes Poof?

The Supreme Court wields the power to make it happen, but be careful about what you wish for.

By David McCann | May 8, 2015

Supremes’ ACA Ruling Could Jack Up Health Costs

Supremes’ ACA Ruling Could Jack Up Health Costs

If the Supreme Court strikes down the law's employer mandate in 34 states, insurers would be forced to raise prices significantly.

By David McCann | March 5, 2015

GOP Returns to Obamacare Warpath in Congress

Workplace Issues

GOP Returns to Obamacare Warpath in Congress

A new bill passed by the House of Representatives would allow employers to offer fewer workers health insurance under the Affordable Care Act.

By Matthew Heller | January 13, 2015

Capping Hours to Avoid ACA Costs Could Violate ERISA

Capping Hours to Avoid ACA Costs Could Violate ERISA

It's a strategy a lot of employers are mulling over, but liability issues may arise if it's not done very carefully.

By Craig Martin and Nary Kim | March 24, 2014

TV & Movie Productions Face Obamacare Nightmare

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TV & Movie Productions Face Obamacare Nightmare

In a business where work forces assemble and disassemble for each project, and non-union workers have been uninsured, cost and logistical issues loom large.

By David McCann | February 13, 2014

Obamacare Delay Poses Legal Risk to Employers

Obamacare Delay Poses Legal Risk to Employers

Low-paid workers who now will be eligible for generous federal subsidies to buy health insurance next year may have grounds to sue their employers in 2015.

By David McCann | July 9, 2013