HR Compliance

Each month, Mployer collects and presents some of the most relevant and most pressing recent changes in law, compliance, and policy in areas related to employee benefits, health care, and human resources.

June 2, 2025

Each month, Mployer collects and presents some of the most relevant and most pressing recent changes in law, compliance, and policy in areas related to employee benefits, health care, and human resources.

May 1, 2025

‍Each month, Mployer collects and presents some of the most relevant and most pressing recent changes in law, compliance, and policy in areas related to employee benefits, health care, and human resources.

April 1, 2025

Each month, Mployer collects and presents some of the most relevant and most pressing recent changes in law, compliance, and policy in areas related to employee benefits, health care, and human resources.

March 1, 2025

A Texas court ruled that American Airlines breached its ERISA duty of loyalty by failing to properly oversee BlackRock’s ESG-driven investment decisions. The decision could put millions of employers at legal risk if upheld. Are ESG investments in retirement plans now a liability?

February 14, 2025

Each month, Mployer collects and presents some of the most relevant and most pressing recent changes in law, compliance, and policy in areas related to employee benefits, health care, and human resources.

February 3, 2025

The H-1B visa program allows U.S. employers to hire highly skilled foreign workers, primarily in tech and finance. Despite Republican control of Congress, a divide has emerged over its future. Elon Musk and President Trump support the program, while many MAGA voters oppose it, arguing it suppresses U.S. wages. Demand for H-1B visas far exceeds supply, with most recipients from India and China. While expansion seems more likely than reduction, political pushback may shape future reforms. Employers should stay informed as policy changes unfold.

January 24, 2025

Each month, Mployer collects and presents some of the most relevant and most pressing recent changes in law, compliance, and policy in areas related to employee benefits, health care, and human resources.

January 6, 2025

A recent lawsuit against Johnson & Johnson brings to light uncharted legal territory concerning employer fiduciary duties related to employee health plans. Alleging overpayment for prescription drugs, this class action suit not only challenges Johnson & Johnson but also targets individual members of its Planning & Benefits Committee. This landmark case raises important questions about the scope of fiduciary duty under ERISA, extending beyond retirement benefits to encompass employee health plans.

February 9, 2024

One of the most common misconceptions among modern business organizations is that human resources and human capital are the same thing.

December 19, 2022