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Welcome to the Lincoln Absence Advisor podcast! As the disability and leave landscape continues to expand and evolve, we’ll help you keep up and keep informed. Our podcasts take a deep dive into important topics such as the evolution of the FMLA and ADA, state regulations, the compliance challenge, and the complexities of day-to-day administration. In this podcast, our Lincoln benefit professionals provide thoughtful and vigorous conversations that tackle the important leave topics employers need to understand.
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As another year of the Lincoln Absence Advisor podcast series concludes, we’re continuing to build on what we’ve learned to help you prepare for the future. This season’s final episode highlights parting words from our diverse group of guests who offer expertise in every facet of leave management — including account management, legal compliance, operations, claims, vocational rehabilitation, and more — as they sum up a unique situations, focus on the essentials, and provide helpful insights and strategies to support your company’s leave and disability program.© 2022 Lincoln National Corporation. All rights reserved. AM-LAEPS-AUD001   11/22  Z01   LCN-5080004-110322 
Extended leave, gap time, sabbatical. Whatever the name, it offers employees time they may need to attend to personal matters — and may help attract and retain talent. Meta’s benefit program manager joins the latest Lincoln Absence Advisor as we explore the benefits of this unique extended personal leave. We’ll also discuss how other organizations may approach similar programs and how they handle scheduling, manager education, and workflow. © 2022 Lincoln National Corporation. All rights reserved.  LCN-5038750-101822
Oregon and Colorado are the next two states developing paid family and medical leave (PFML) programs with private plan options. In this episode of Lincoln Absence Advisor, we explore where each state stands, what we know about their private plan processes, and what employers should consider when deciding whether to opt for a private plan. Lincoln leave professionals will also help employers who have chosen a private plan focus on what needs to be done now, what’s coming next, and what remains to be decided by each state. Resources mentioned: Episode 46 - State vs. private plans: Conversations and considerations© 2022 Lincoln National Corporation. All rights reserved.  LCN-4983092-100622
Over half of current bankruptcies are due to medical bills. It takes a combination of benefits — health insurance, along with disability, leave, and supplemental health including accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity — to be prepared for and prevent devasting financial impacts. During this episode of Lincoln Absence Advisor, our benefits professionals discuss how supplemental health coverage can combine with disability and leave coverage to support on family needs, protect savings and income, and decrease financial stress that may interfere with a timely recovery and return to work. Resources: David U. Himmelstein et al, “Medical Bankruptcy in the United States, 2007: Results of a National Study,” The American Journal of Medicine, June 6, 2009Lincolns Supplemental Health website  Additional sources: Rose Conlon, "Nearly Half of Americans Would Have Trouble Paying an Unexpected $250 expense," Marketplace, October 15, 2002“The Faces and Facts of Disability,” Social Security Administration, 2019Glenn Pranky, MD et al, “Voluntary Not Voluntary,” Lincoln Financial Group, 2020U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2000-2021LIMRA 2021© 2022 Lincoln National Corporation. All rights reserved.  LCN-4935754-090622
Short-term disability isn’t a new benefit, but it is a valuable coverage both employees and employers need to understand to ensure they can take full advantage of its features. This Lincoln Absence Advisor podcast explores how STD is perceived, how it interacts with state PFML and company-sponsored leave, and how new trends may affect future STD program offerings. Resources mentioned:Podcast episode 50: First point of contact, first point of support © 2022 Lincoln National Corporation. All rights reserved.  LCN-4890164-080522
In this Lincoln Absence Advisor episode, we look at how employers use the interactive process as a standardized framework to find accommodations for employees with disabilities and comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Although not formally required, the interactive process is a best practice that helps employers track accommodations and denials, measure effectiveness, and ensure equitable handling of all requests. Members of Lincoln’s product and return-to-work teams help define the process and answer common employer questions. We’ll hear how using the interactive process can result in less liability and more cost-effective accommodations while improving employer retention and morale. Resources: Lincoln’s Interactive Process Guide | Job Accommodation Network (JAN) | U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC)© 2022 Lincoln National Corporation. All rights reserved.  LCN-4828024-063022 
In this episode of Lincoln Absence Advisor, we continue our conversation on the newest paid family and medical leave programs. We discuss what we know about Maryland and Delaware, as well as alternative solutions to paid family and medical leave programs in New Hampshire and Virginia. Find out about both state and private plans, differences between each state’s approach, timelines, and more. Tune in to keep up with the latest trends and plan essential next steps for your company.  Resources:April Compliance report that offers an overview of MarylandMay Compliance report that offers an overview of DelawareLincoln Absence Advisor hub© 2022 Lincoln National Corporation. All rights reserved.  LCN-4795007-061722
More states are enacting paid leave laws and this episode of Lincoln Absence Advisor takes a look at the newest rules and regulations. In part one of two, Lincoln legal and leave professionals explore developing programs in Colorado and Oregon. We discuss how far along each state is in developing its program, timelines, and what makes each one unique. Listen in to keep up with the latest trends and plan essential next steps for your company.  Resources:Oregon Paid family and medical leave (OR PFML) insurance websiteColorado Paid family and medical leave (CO PFML) websiteLincoln’s OR PFML FAQLincoln’s CO PFML FAQ© 2022 Lincoln National Corporation. All rights reserved.  LCN-4795006-061722
This episode of Lincoln Absence Advisor focuses on a leave type that is becoming much more common – paternity leave. We are joined by three dads who reflect on their recent experiences and what they’ve learned about the importance and impact of this leave. Together, we’ll explore how employees can build a plan of action for leave, including discussing work issues with their manager and deciding whether to take intermittent or overlapping leaves with their partners, as well as how to coordinate different leave types such as paid time off; family and medical leave act (FMLA); and company paternity leave. Listen in and see how paternity leave, when done well, can not only help parents bond with their newborn, but can also build employee morale and engagement. © 2022 Lincoln National Corporation. All rights reserved.  LCN-4768894-060122
What’s happening across the country in leave and absence management? This episode of Lincoln Absence Advisor discusses the key leave developments from this month’s compliance report. Our top stories include new legislation, including Delaware’s paid family and medical leave, Alabama’s Adoption Promotion Act, and additional leave programs for government employees in the District of Columbia and Houston, Texas. We also discuss draft rules of posting requirements for the New Jersey Family Leave Act. Resources mentioned: April Compliance Report | Compliance Report Archive on the Lincoln Absence Advisor hub© 2022 Lincoln National Corporation. All rights reserved.  LCN-4750742-051922
In addition to everyday responsibilities, managers have duties that may not happen as often but are just as important – including being the first point of contact and support for employees taking a  leave of absence. This episode of Lincoln Absence Advisor brings together Lincoln absence and legal professionals to discuss what managers need to know as they help guide employees before, during, and after an absence. We’ll explore how managers can recognize the need for leave, offer support while respecting privacy, and help returning employees ease back in their role after their leave is done.© 2022 Lincoln National Corporation. All rights reserved.  LCN-4727664-050522
It’s essential to keep up with the latest news, and that’s why we’re providing another option besides reading about them – now you can listen to the latest compliance news instead. During this episode of Lincoln Absence Advisor, we discuss April’s top stories – not just what is happening but also why, and how it may affect employers’ leave and absence decisions. This month’s stories focus on Washington state’s amendments to the family and medical leave program, EEOC guidance on discrimination against persons providing pandemic caregiving responsibilities, and Maryland’s announcement about paid family and medical leave. Resources mentioned:April Compliance Report | Compliance Report Archive on the Lincoln Absence Advisor hub | Washington’s page on rule making | The COVID-19 Pandemic and Caregiver Discrimination Under Federal Employment Discrimination Laws© 2022 Lincoln National Corporation. All rights reserved.  LCN-4698888-042122
This episode focuses on a key aspect of the FMLA —  job protection. Listen as three Lincoln absence and leave professionals discuss what job protection means under the FMLA, along with common viewpoints and misunderstandings from both an employer and employee point of view. We’re all hearing more about the importance of employee benefits and flexible work arrangements; our discussion focuses on what that means to the significance of the FMLA as a cornerstone of employee leave and job protection.Resources mentioned in this episode: Conflict and Compromise by Ronald Elving, DOL’S FMLA Employer Guide, Wage and Hour Division by the numbers for FMLA© 2022 Lincoln National Corporation. All rights reserved.  LCN-4614445-032222 
This episode of Lincoln Absence Advisor provides a new way to digest our monthly leave and absence compliance report. Our reports explore each month’s leave and development news and have proven to be a popular feature – here we talk about the top stories, discuss why new developments are happening, and consider the implications from an employer’s point of view. This month, we’ll review topics such as the U.S. Department of Labor’s initiative to protect warehouse and logistic workers, California’s new FAQs and mandatory poster for the 2022 COVID-19 supplemental paid sick program, and important deadlines you need to know. Download the March report or visit our webpage to see previous months. © 2022 Lincoln National Corporation. All rights reserved.  LCN-4635760-032322
How do companies decide whether to go with their state PFML plan or choose a private option instead? In this episode of Lincoln Absence Advisor, we talk with two Lincoln national account executives who offer their years of experience guiding clients through this process. They discuss the many factors companies need to consider and how Lincoln can help them arrive at the decision that’s right for their situation. There’s a lot to weigh: employee experience, company demographics, cost, how many states employees work in, coordination with other programs, timelines, and available resources for implementation. It’s a unique decision for each company, but third party vendors like Lincoln can be a valuable part of the process and provide needed facts and feedback.   Sources mentioned in this episode: Lincoln Absence Advisor Compliance Reports© 2022 Lincoln National Corporation. All rights reserved.  LCN-4503697-031022
In this episode of Lincoln Absence Advisor, we talk about one of the key factors — caregiving — behind what’s been called the “Great Resignation” in the American workforce. Our guests are well-versed in this trend, as they are all part of the Lincoln market intelligence team that conducts industry research and analyzes the latest relevant developments. Together, we discuss the effect caregiving demands are having on recruitment and retention and how employers can take proactive steps to address both financial and emotional challenges faced by employees with caregiving responsibilities.  Some of the information provided by guests came from these studies and articles:Many of our findings came from Greenwald Research’s Survey on The Role of Work-Life Balance & Benefits in The Great Resignation. Here are some additional insights from Greenwald:“New Research Reveals Job-Seekers In Search Of Higher Pay, Work-Life Balance, and Emerging Benefits Amid the Great Resignation” Greenwald Research’s “2021 Retiree Insights” “Return to Wellness After COVID-19” from Lincoln Financial Group “Employers Respond to Great Resignation by Raising Pay, Improving Benefits” by SHRMOther resources mentioned: Webinar recording: “Shaping the Right Paid Leave Offering”Podcast: “Watch Your Language: Getting Paid Leave Policy Language Right” © 2022 Lincoln National Corporation. All rights reserved.  LCN-4502135-031022
We’ve been talking about and preparing for Connecticut Paid Family and Medical Leave, or CT PFML, for some time. Now that the program’s about to launch, we’ve taken time to dive into the final policy, identify how it differs from the preliminary information we received, and pinpoint questions that still need to be answered. On the latest Lincoln Absence Advisor podcast, Kristin Hostetter, Lincoln senior product manager, and Alexa Greenberg, Lincoln legal counsel, discuss these important aspects of CT PFML. They’ll share relevant dates you need to be aware of and address common questions about CT PFML and STD coordination, employee contributions, and more. Resources mentioned: Preparing for 2022 Webinar© 2021 Lincoln National Corporation. All rights reserved.  LCN-3852698-100521
When your company is building a paid leave policy, using the right policy language is crucial. In this Lincoln Absence Advisor podcast, we explore this topic with product manager Annie Jantz and absence consultant MacKenzie Carver. We take a detailed look at policy language – what to look for, where to find helpful input, and why it matters. This thoughtful conversation covers topics such as exclusions and inclusions, eligibility, creating clear definitions, coordination with state and federal policies, and resources that are available to help you build a policy that fulfills its intended purpose. Annie and MacKenzie will also discuss what they see as the #1 language miss that occurs when building or reviewing a paid leave policy. Also, be sure to check out our latest webinar, Shaping the right paid leave offering, which offers more details about the importance and impact of paid leave and how to best put your company’s policy together.© 2021 Lincoln National Corporation. All rights reserved.  LCN-3852647-100521
When you look at reasons people take leave from the workplace, do you consider eldercare and all the complexities this includes? In this episode of Lincoln Absence Advisor, Lincoln’s Joanne Archer, VP of product solutions, Michelle Curtis, product consultant for Lincoln’s life product, and Julie Frick, claims manager for group benefits, share their different experiences with eldercare.They focus on the many needs employees may be juggling when caring for an elder family member and how those needs can shift so quickly throughout the aging process. Their stories showcase not only day-to-day needs, but also the many emotions your employees may be experiencing. Listen in to hear what employers can do to help employees that may be experiencing similar responsibilities.© 2021 Lincoln National Corporation. All rights reserved. LCN-3751474-090821
During our Q2 webinar – A new focus: mental health, disability, and the whole employee we received a lot of great questions from our audience. One area where our audience showed interest was the benefit of an Employee Assistance Program (EAP). More specifically, how could an EAP help someone who may be experiencing mental health related issues when transitioning back into the office? During this episode, we tackle that question as well as explore all the other assistance areas an EAP can help with.Joining me for this conversation are David Campbell, Senior Vice President of Quality Control – ComPsych Corporation, Keith Birns, Senior Account Manager – ComPsych Corporation, and Emily Igrejas, Senior Product Manager – Lincoln Financial Group.AM-LAAEA-AUD004   02/24  Z01   LCN-6421032-022224© 2024 Lincoln National Corporation. All rights reserved.
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