US paid maternity leave policy continues to lag

While there is positive movement in expanding leave policies to employees of all genders, many American women still feel forced to choose between working and raising a family.

By Tom Starner • Aug. 16, 2016

Survey: Even after DOMA's demise, LGBT benefit issues remain unclear

DOMA was struck down in 2013 and same-sex marriage state bans were ruled unconstitutional last year, but many employers are still figuring out their benefits plans.

By Tom Starner • Aug. 15, 2016

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Inside the rapidly changing world of employee benefits

Healthcare costs are climbing and employee needs are changing. How can HR professionals adapt?

By HR Dive staff

The case for boosting low-wage worker incomes

One columnist notes that better wages will help low-income women in particular and increase family stability.

By Tom Starner • Aug. 15, 2016

Survey: Large employers remain wary of private healthcare exchanges

The debate over private healthcare exchanges continues, though Starbucks made a strong stand among large employers.

By Tom Starner • Aug. 12, 2016

Startup stock compensation plans take on a new twist

Paying with stock shares is a great way to attract talent, but employers need to be flexible when allowing employees to sell those shares.

By Tom Starner • Aug. 12, 2016

Retirement plan fee scrutiny hits 3 major universities

With 401(k) fee scrutiny on the rise for private employers, it's no surprise the the non-profit sector is now in the mix.

By Tom Starner • Aug. 11, 2016

Aetna the latest to create and offer a college loan repayment benefit

Starting in 2017, the healthcare giant’s 50,000 full-time employees will qualify for matching loan payments of up to $2,000 per year and a total of $10,000 per person.

By Tom Starner • Aug. 11, 2016

Global employers offering expanded, gender-neutral family leave programs

More companies are opting out of gender-specific language in order to accomodate families of all types, according to a new report from Mercer.

By Tom Starner • Aug. 11, 2016

OSHA gives employers a 3-month reprieve on new anti-retaliation rules

The anti-retaliation provisions are the second of a two-part OSHA initiative — and likely the most controversial.

By Tom Starner • Aug. 10, 2016

Chipotle location loses $550K pregnancy lawsuit

It's been a busy time in the labor world for the fast casual chain, as it also gathered headlines for a new tuition benefit this week.

By Tom Starner • Aug. 10, 2016

DOL's $1.1M grant aims to boost employer-paid family leave

Only 12% of private-sector workers have access to such programs. The DOL hopes to expand that.

By Tom Starner • Aug. 10, 2016

NBGH: Health benefit cost increases to hold steady at 6%

To lower costs, many employers are shifting their attention to healthcare delivery instead of plan design.

By Kathryn Moody • Aug. 9, 2016

How a culture of health wins you top talent

Organizations must employ new talent management tactics to recruit and retain quality workers.

By Bryan Mahoney • Aug. 9, 2016

CEO median pay is down, but do employees care?

CEO pay is one of the more slippery, complex compensation issues.

By Tom Starner • Aug. 8, 2016

Starbucks workers claim wage and hour morale issues

The company recently received positive press due to pay increases, but some employees are saying that increase has translated into fewer hours.

By Tom Starner • Aug. 8, 2016

4 questions about the 'robust' Massachusetts pay law, answered

The chance the law will spread to other states is highly likely, an expert said.

By Kathryn Moody • Aug. 8, 2016

For overtime exemptions, don't ignore state law

The duties test in some states may be more strict than the federal requirement, meaning employers must be wary.

By Tom Starner • Aug. 8, 2016

Apple announces that it hit pay equity within US workforce

Earlier this year, Apple said women earned 99.6 cents for every $1 men earned, while underrepresented minorities made 99.7 cents for every $1 earned by white employees.

By Tom Starner • Aug. 8, 2016

Survey: Economy, job market making workers more likely to bolt

Spherion found that 51% of employees believe the expanding job market gives them real power to negotiate higher salaries.

By Tom Starner • Aug. 5, 2016

Unum, Flock buddy up for new SMB HR offering

The partnership opens up a new type of market for smaller businesses.

By Tom Starner • Aug. 5, 2016

Survey: Employers getting creative when using captives to fund benefits

It's about more than cutting costs.

By Tom Starner • Aug. 5, 2016

Latest SHRM benchmarking report offers data on recruiting, salary and more

Metrics from the survey could prove helpful in evaluating an organization's operations and practices.

By Tom Starner • Aug. 4, 2016

New pressures bring back old challenges for employee pay strategies

In an age of change, employers are starting to ask one of HR's simplest but most important questions: How do we pay employees?

By Tom Starner • Aug. 3, 2016

Survey: Employers benefit when employees earn credentials

But 29% said their organization offers no financial support at all for continuing education.

By Tom Starner • Aug. 3, 2016

Why even fewer small employers are offering paid healthcare coverage

The percentage of employers with fewer than 100 workers offering paid healthcare benefits has dipped to an average of 24%.

By Tom Starner • Aug. 2, 2016