Voluntary Benefits

Despite the overwhelming evidence that we all get old, Americans continue to resist planning for their dotage.

A study by Prudential Insurance Co. of America finds that a high percentage of benefits brokers are using tablets and smartphones to access leads, marketing and sales materials.

Employers offer these five voluntary products the most.

2012 turned has out to be an extremely good year for voluntary sales.

Marsh & McLennan Cos. said Wednesday that its second-quarter net income rose 18 percent, beating Wall Street expectations.

WellCare Health Plans' second-quarter earnings inched up 1 percent, as a jump in medical benefits and other expenses countered a revenue spike for the Medicaid and Medicare coverage provider.