Health insurance premiums are increasing by double digits for Massachusetts retailers and their workers, according to the Boston Globe.
Here are four points:
1. Trade group Retailers Association of Massachusetts surveyed its members and found insurance rates are increasing 11 percent, on average.
2. The hikes will begin April 1 when retailers and other small businesses renew their coverage.
3. Retailers have been enduring double-digit rate increases for two consecutive years.
4. Retailers Association of Massachusetts is comprised of 3,500 members.
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