Can an employer notify you of insurance coverage changes solely by email?
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Can an employer notify you of insurance coverage changes solely by email?
I have worked for a temp agency for over 1 1/2 years. I just found out that I have had no medical coverage for the last 9 months. I had some medical issues and the bills have now come to me stating no coverage. My employer said that it notified me only by “email” about changes in signing up again. Is this legal? I received no letter.
Asked on August 17, 2013 under Employment Labor Law, New York
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FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 10 years ago | Contributor
Custom and practice in the business filed and under ERISA is that notice of changes in an employees medical plan must be made in person and in a face to face signing of documents acknowledging the change where the employee signs paperwork confirming the change.
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