Forty-five percent of workers feel judged by coworkers when they take sick time, the study found.

Some of the biggest ERISA issues over the last year included those over 401(k) forfeited contributions and ESG investing, according to Gerald Maatman, co-author of the 2025 ERISA Class Action Review.

The demand for GLP-1 medications is only increasing. As employees seek better health benefits, employers who act now will set themselves apart in a competitive job market.

Elevance Health became the latest insurer to adjust its 2025 outlook.