"In times of grave talent shortages, rehires are on the rise and considered an untapped source of talent for organizations. Data suggests that today's boomerang employees typically return to their previous employers reenergized, armed with new skills and ready to renegotiate their terms."

Employers are increasingly considering self-funding, as it can help them spend their money in a cost-effective way and serve their population with the benefits they actually need.

U.S. District Judge Dan Polster, on Wednesday, ordered the three pharmacies to provide abatement funds to two Ohio counties who won a Nov. 23 verdict over the opioid crisis.

It is not enough to offer benefit plans to attract workers; these same benefits must integrate seamlessly into the lives of employees to deliver their promised value and encourage retention.