Question: A new hire is asking we start health insurance immediately, rather than waiting 90 days. Even if this is legal, won’t a unique benefit for one new hire potentially cause problems?

A: You’re right to be concerned, says HR consultant Joy Medley. While there’s no minimum waiting period under the law, health insurance policies must be applied consistently or employees and applicants might be able to claim discrimination, so it’s best not to give anyone special treatment. 

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