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May 27, 2025 44 mins
In this must-watch episode of The Benefit Whisperer, Ralph Weber sits down with ERISA attorney Julie Selesnick to unpack one of the biggest legal stories in employee benefits: the JP Morgan healthcare lawsuit—and why it should matter to every employer and plan sponsor. Julie brings 25+ years of legal experience and explains:✅ What the JP Morgan case is really about✅ Why PBMs (Pharmacy Benefit Managers) are under bipartisan fire✅ How employers unknowingly violate fiduciary duties✅ Why your broker might be working against your best interests✅ What you must do now to protect your business and employees This episode is essential for: CFOs, HR Leaders, and Benefit Managers Business owners with self-funded health plans Anyone responsible for healthcare plan compliance 🎯 Learn how to safeguard your company from costly lawsuits and build a benefits plan that actually works. 🔔 Subscribe now for insider insights, unfiltered truths, and actionable strategies to reduce healthcare costs and improve employee benefits. 👉 Contact Ralph Weber:📧 Ralph@TheBenefitWhisperer.com📞 832-924-3330🌐 www.thebenefitwhisperer.com 00:00 Introduction to Healthcare Law and ERISA 03:01 The Impact of the CAA on Healthcare Plans 05:58 Legal Trends in Pharmacy Benefit Managers (PBMs) 08:53 Understanding the JP Morgan Lawsuit 12:04 Fiduciary Duties in ERISA and Non-ERISA Plans 14:56 Potential Ripple Effects of the JP Morgan Case 17:59 Lessons for Employers from Recent Lawsuits 23:55 Understanding Controlled Groups and ERISA 26:28 Best Practices for Health Plans 31:15 The Future of Healthcare Litigation 37:48 Advice for HR Leaders and CFOs 39:54 The Importance of Benchmarking in Healthcare #JPmorgan #HealthcareLawsuit #ERISA #PBMs #HealthPlanCompliance #EmployeeBenefits #JulieSelesnick #TheBenefitWhisperer #RalphWeber #TransparencyInHealthcare
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