Why two economists believe Uber, Lyft drivers are employees

They believe it's a clear case of time management control.

By Tom Starner • March 24, 2016

How inexpensive benefit ideas can drive talent needs

Winning the talent war doesn't have to be expensive.

By Tom Starner • March 24, 2016

Explore the Trendline➔

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

Glassdoor reveals 15 jobs with the widest gender pay gap

The study is based on 500,000 salary reports that are self-reported on the site.

By Kathryn Moody • March 24, 2016

10 things your payroll processor isn't telling you about the Affordable Care Act

Many companies rely on their payroll software vendor to make sure they are compliant, yet payroll vendors are not ideally equipped for the ACA.

By Todd Praisner • March 23, 2016

The effects of 'clopening' on employees: What employers can do

It is not only depriving employees of sleep. It's negatively impacting the bottom line.

By Tom Starner • March 22, 2016

Meaningful data is helping 'best-in-class' employers succeed in benefit decisions

Employers who have defined strategies for benefits do markedly better than their peers in their markets, a recent study found. 

By Tom Starner • March 22, 2016

DOL overtime rule may go public sooner than expected

The new rule could arrive earlier than the projected July, so employers need to be ready ASAP, according to a legal expert.

By Tom Starner • March 21, 2016

SEC tells Amazon it must comply with gender pay equity request

Amazon said the request from Arjuna Capital was too "inherently vague or indefinite."

By Tom Starner • March 21, 2016

From pet health to ID theft, voluntary plans meeting diverse needs

Voluntary benefits have moved from the traditional to a mix of choices favored by a more diverse workforce, according to EBN.

By Tom Starner • March 18, 2016

Survey: Global benefits leaders are making progress but still under pressure

Global benefit directors report progress but are still struggling to manage pensions and benefits, according to a survey.

By Tom Starner • March 17, 2016

More employers concerned their workers aren't getting a good night's rest

Adding nap rooms has been suggested as part of a wellness strategy.

By Tom Starner • March 16, 2016

Small businesses turning to retirement plan benefits to cut turnover

Smaller employers often struggle to compete for talent with larger companies due to their inability to offer expensive benefits.

By Tom Starner • March 15, 2016

Survey: HSA popularity rising, but employer contributions falling

The Cadillac tax may be causing the disconnect.

By Tom Starner • March 15, 2016

Survey: Employers shifting healthcare costs of family members to employees

Companies are considering multiple strategies to mitigate potential extra cost, according to a recent survey.

By Tom Starner • March 14, 2016

Dodd-Frank CEO pay ratio rule continues to concern multinationals

The pay ratio reporting mandate's deadline is 2018, and is particularly concerning to global companies.

By Tom Starner • March 14, 2016

Twitter may be handing out large cash bonuses to retain talent

Struggling Twitter is trying to stem a worker exodus, according to the Wall Street Journal.

By Tom Starner • March 14, 2016

Why bonuses may be dragging down performance, wasting money

Annual bonuses have been around a long time, but they might not work like employers believe they do.

By Tom Starner • March 11, 2016

When should a startup shed its outsourced HR?

Moving HR in-house can add up to major savings for smaller businesses ready to make the switch.

By Tom Starner • March 11, 2016

Survey: Outcomes-based healthcare models gaining traction among docs

Lowering healthcare costs doesn't mean reducing quality, according to a survey from NBGH and Fidelity.

By Tom Starner • March 11, 2016

How to make employees advocates for their own health – without angering them

Patriarchal employers are out. Coaches are in. See what the innovators are doing.

By Kathryn Moody • March 10, 2016

Healthcare, tech and legal still dominate top salary rankings

But high salaries don't entirely guarantee happiness at work.

By Tom Starner • March 10, 2016

Survey: Traditional benefits communication not getting through

One hurdle: Many employees simply don't read it.

By Tom Starner • March 10, 2016

Minimum wage battle between states, cities gaining momentum

While many states, cities and towns are raising their minimum wage, other states are doing what they can to stop local municipalities from doing the same. 

By Tom Starner • March 9, 2016

The gig economy impact is 'overblown,' says report

The so-called gig economy is not as big as many believe, according to the chief economist at Wells Fargo.

By Tom Starner • March 8, 2016

What factors make up a great place to work?

Fast Company examined why certain companies made the Fortune Top 100 Best Companies to Work For list.

By Tom Starner • March 8, 2016