Evolution of Benefits wishes you & your family a wonderful Easter! ๐ฃ๐๐
Wishing everyone a Happy Easter! May this special occasion bring joy, peace, and renewal to you and your loved ones. As we celebrate, let’s take a moment to reflect on the season’s message of hope and new beginnings. Whether you’re enjoying time with family or engaging in community activities, may this Easter be filled with happiness and positivity.
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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.
Happy Pi Day!
Today we celebrate ฯ (pi), vital in math and science, from circles to complex equations. Pi is key to understanding our world and advancing technology. Let’s honor math’s role in daily life and progress. Happy Pi Day to all inspired by this number!
โReport: Employee Leave Requests Rose in 2024, Mental Health Among Key Reasonsโ
Employee leave requests increased for the third consecutive year in 2024, according to the 2025 State of Leave and Accommodations report from software firm AbsenceSoft.
Key Takeaways from the Congressional Report on HSAs (March)
The Congressional Research Service (CRS) released its most recent report, updated in 2025, describing health savings accounts (HSAs). The CRS serves as a bipartisan shared staff to congressional committees and members of Congress, outlining topics that Congress might wish to consider.
Protecting Employees’ Medical Information in the Workplace (March)
Employers obtain employees’ medical information for various reasons, such as verifying a reasonable accommodation request, certifying leave or confirming eligibility for disability benefits. At the federal level, there are several laws restricting when employers can ask for employees’ medical information and requiring employers to keep such information confidential. These laws include the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008 (GINA), and the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).
Client and Employee Resources
The more your employees understand your benefit plans the more they become educated, empowered consumers.ย The programs you provide will also gain an enhanced value.
As your strategic partners in employee benefits,ย we can provide multiple avenues of ongoing support, including:
- Employee Meetings (English and Spanish)
- Webcasts
- Payroll Stuffers
- Poster Campaigns
- Newsletters
Carrier Directories
E-Verify is a web-based system that allows enrolled employers to confirm the eligibility of their employees to work in the United States. Click the image below to begin.
