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Practical advice and industry updates on employee benefits, compliance, and health insurance — from our team and trusted sources.

ComplianceZywave

2026 Open Enrollment Checklist

A comprehensive compliance checklist for employers preparing for open enrollment, covering ACA affordability standards, out-of-pocket maximums, HDHP/HSA limits, preventive care updates, mental health parity and required notices.

March 2026 · 7 min read
Employment LawZywave

California Employee Leave Laws — Frequently Asked Questions

California employers must comply with many state leave laws. These FAQs address the most common questions about paid and unpaid leave, CFRA, pregnancy disability leave, paid sick leave and more.

March 2026 · 6 min read
HR ResourcesZywave

Employee Communication Strategy Checklist

A step-by-step checklist for creating and managing a formal employee communication strategy — from planning and stakeholder alignment through implementation, measurement and evaluation.

March 2026 · 2 min read
ComplianceZywave

Open Enrollment 2026 — Benefit Notices

A reference guide summarizing the benefit notices employers should provide at open enrollment time, including SBCs, Medicare Part D disclosures, COBRA notices, WHCRA notices, HIPAA privacy notices and more.

March 2026 · 6 min read
Group BenefitsFrom the Broker

2026 Open Enrollment: What California Employers Need to Know

Renewal season is here. Here's what's changing with carrier rates, plan designs, and compliance requirements — and how to prepare your team.

March 2026 · 8 min read
MedicareFrom the Broker

Medicare in 2026: What's Changed and What You Need to Know

Part B premiums, the new $2,000 drug cap, Supplement vs. Advantage — here's what matters for seniors this year.

March 2026 · 7 min read

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