Retirees who kept the equities in their accounts are beginning to see significant gains again; those who fled the market may be missing out.

When used by employers as part of a medical management programparticularly wellness and disease managementincentives are proven to significantly raise participation rates, leading to improved member health, increased productivity, reduced health care spending and, ultimately, positive returns on their investment.

U.S. Department of Labor's Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs and federal contractor Nash Finch Col have settled allegations of hiring discrimination against female job prospects at the company's Lumberton, N.C., distribution facility.