How the pandemic forced one manufacturer back to benefits basics

New York-based Moog went into "survival mode," said Kristine Karnath, so the 70-year-old firm sought to plug up gaps in its support system for workers.

By Ryan Golden • Aug. 19, 2021

UnitedHealth settles for $15.6M after Labor Department finds mental health cuts, denials

"You should expect to see more investigation," of those not abiding by the federal mental health parity law, a top DOL official said. "I predict this will be a very active issue for us for years to come."

By Shannon Muchmore • Aug. 19, 2021

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Top trends in total rewards

Trends in total rewards strategies continue to shift in response to the market, employee demands and even advances in technology.

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Employers offering more nontraditional or voluntary benefits, Gallagher report says

More organizations also are developing absence management policies.

By Emilie Shumway • Aug. 12, 2021

Target counters Walmart with 'debt-free' education benefit

Escalating competition on non-wage employee benefits between the two retailers may reflect a broader set of difficulties attracting talent.

By Ryan Golden • Aug. 12, 2021

Uber announces language, job preparation benefits for drivers

Benefits for gig economy workers have long been a topic of discussion in the HR industry.

By Ryan Golden • Aug. 10, 2021

Postmates strikes nearly $1M deal with Seattle over gig worker claims

The case illustrates the need for employers to remain on top of evolving requirements and rights for gig workers.

By Emilie Shumway • Aug. 9, 2021

Mental health in the workplace: Flexibility is key in supporting female employees

Well-being will remain a priority as employers plan for a return to the office.

By Emily N. Litzinger and Raeann Burgo • Aug. 6, 2021

Not your mama's fertility care: Modern benefit providers aim to serve a broad range of families

Companies like Carrot and Ovia Health seek to fill gaps in current health insurance coverage and can be a boon for employee retention.

By Emilie Shumway • Aug. 5, 2021

US employers plan to hike pay increases in 2022

Top performers are set to receive "significantly larger" increases next year, Willis Towers Watson said.

By Ryan Golden • Aug. 4, 2021

Why one chief people officer approaches benefits like business

Carta is in the business of "thinking creatively for customers," CPO Suzy Walther said. Why wouldn't it think that way for its workforce?

By Katie Clarey • July 29, 2021

Natural disasters make on-demand pay an essential benefit

Pay is an oft-neglected portion of business continuity plans that concern payroll teams and their systems and processes, Barbie Winterbottom writes.

By Barbie Winterbottom • July 29, 2021

For employee mental health, focus on wellness before illness

There are "many, many, many, many" places to meet an employee on the mental health spectrum before they fall into ill health, Nick Taylor, clinical psychologist and co-founder of Unmind, told HR Dive.

By Emilie Shumway • July 28, 2021

Aon, Willis Towers Watson terminate merger amid DOJ litigation

The companies are among the top names in brokerage and advisory, and their previously announced merger was big news in 2020.

By Kathryn Moody • July 28, 2021

Employers join Just Capital, PayPal in push for worker financial wellness

Chipotle, Chobani, Even, Prudential Financial and Verizon are among the first companies to take part.

By Katie Clarey • July 26, 2021

Chipotle CFO: Higher wages preventing staff shortages

The move has paid off in staffing retention that's "as good or better" than it was before the pandemic. 

By Jane Thier • July 26, 2021

Shake Shack to invest over $10M in employees

The money will go toward raises, sign-on and retention bonuses and leadership development programs over the next 12 months as restaurant chains battle the labor crisis. 

By Emma Liem Beckett • July 23, 2021

Report: Poor representation in lucrative industries widens wage gaps

Remote options may help Black workers and other job-seeking minorities find work in tech and other sectors, The Conference Board said.

By Katie Clarey • July 22, 2021

Labor shortage pressures grocers to take a hard look at worker benefits

Companies are offering hefty signing bonuses, but they also need to examine scheduling flexibility, advancement opportunities and other incentives, labor experts and retailers say.

By Jeff Wells , Catherine Douglas Moran , Sam Silverstein • July 19, 2021

McDonald's franchisees boosting pay, rolling out child and elder care benefits

Operators surveyed more than 5,000 employees to determine what new offerings, such as tuition coverage and child care, would be most attractive.

By Emma Liem Beckett • July 16, 2021

Financial wellness programs are needed — here are 3 ways to get started

Employers are in an ideal position to provide solutions, and should, since they pay the price, too, write Daniel Bryant and Heather Garbers of HUB International.

By Heather Garbers and Daniel Bryant • July 15, 2021

Kohl's promises bonuses to workers who stay through the holidays

The extra cash will be available for store, distribution center and e-commerce fulfillment workers, according to a press release.

By Katie Clarey • July 13, 2021

The impact of COVID-19 on HR practices: A support-centered frontier

Like so much else, HR will have a new face post-pandemic — but the change will serve everyone's best interests.

By Praveen Kanyadi • July 12, 2021

Paid time off doesn't work — but minimum time off does

Unlimited PTO isn't doing what it was designed to do; namely, encourage employees to take time off, writes Carta Chief People Officer Suzy Walther.

By Suzy Walther • July 8, 2021

Walmart debuts doula benefit in Georgia

The retailer now joins a couple of other large employers offering coverage for doula services.

By Ryan Golden • July 6, 2021

Survey: Employees intend to take more vacation, check in less in 2021

Still, the results demonstrate many workers feel compelled to keep in touch with the office and do work while on leave.

By Emilie Shumway • July 1, 2021