Benefits Buzz – Class-action Lawsuits Target Health Plan Tobacco Surcharges (April)

Numerous class-action lawsuits have recently been filed against employers alleging that health plan premium surcharges related to tobacco use violate federal compliance requirements. These lawsuits have been filed by current and former employees of major U.S. companies who have paid more in premiums due to their tobacco use, often hundreds of dollars more per employee per year.

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