by Eriksen Insurance | Sep 25, 2025 | Uncategorized
There’s been a lot of discussion lately about the future of Social Security, and one of the biggest questions on the table is whether the full retirement age could be raised. Social Security Administration Commissioner Frank Bisignano, appointed under President Trump,...
by Eriksen Insurance | Sep 17, 2025 | Uncategorized
Health care spending in employee benefit plans is being massively skewed: just 1% of plan participants are responsible for nearly 30% of total health care spending. Here’s what that means—and what employers and workers need to be aware of. Key Findings The top 1% of...
by Eriksen Insurance | Sep 17, 2025 | Uncategorized
Health care costs are rising fast — and workers are headed for a tougher year ahead. Here’s a breakdown of what’s happening, why it matters, and what to watch out for. The Current Picture Medical care inflation has surged to its highest point in three years....
by Eriksen Insurance | Sep 17, 2025 | Uncategorized
Employer-sponsored health care costs in the U.S. are projected to jump significantly in 2026—exceeding $17,000 per employee—as medical inflation accelerates. Here are the factors driving this rise, and what companies are doing to manage the pressure. Key Takeaways...
by Eriksen Insurance | Sep 2, 2025 | Uncategorized
The FDA has approved the first generic version of a GLP-1 receptor agonist specifically designed for weight loss. Teva Pharmaceuticals announced that the generic form of liraglutide (Saxenda) is now cleared for use, marking a significant step in expanding access to...
by Eriksen Insurance | Aug 27, 2025 | Uncategorized
Earlier this summer, President Donald Trump and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen unveiled a landmark trade framework that dramatically reshapes transatlantic economic relations. Here’s what’s in the deal—and what it could mean. Tariff...
