New Disability Claims Procedures....Are Your Plans Updated Automatically?
The Department of Labor recently announced that the delay of its Final Rule regarding disability claims procedures is, in fact, final. This means that all employee welfare plans that provide benefits based on a determination of disability, including health plans, stand-alone disability benefits, 401(k), pension, and other retirement plans must have these new procedures, including new contract provisions, in place by April 1, 2018. I know what you are thinking....."How do I u