Americans would rather talk politics, religion and health over money

Student loan debt was the financial topic respondents were most uncomfortable discussing, according to the TD Ameritrade study. 

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Aug. 6, 2019

New survey finds health insurance not enough to protect employees against medical debt

1 in 3 US employees with health insurance still have crippling medical debt. How can employers help?

Aug. 6, 2019

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

Pew: Most Americans favor raising the minimum wage

While debate on the federal minimum wage continues, some companies have increased their starting rates without a push from Congress.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Aug. 5, 2019

Hospital adopts benefit to convert unused PTO to student loan assistance

The program addresses employees' debt, while resolving the unused PTO dilemma ⁠— an annual forfeiture of $62.2 billion in lost benefits, said Tuition.io.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Aug. 5, 2019

Amazon warehouse employees allege company failed to pay overtime during 'Prime Week'

The allegations follow other Amazon worker complaints over the past few years of workplace violations.

By Ryan Golden • July 30, 2019

Lower-income workers lose work time when they can't afford healthcare

Flexible spending accounts and prescription drug coverage were associated with reduced risk of experiencing cost-related barriers, a recent study found.

By Lisa Burden • July 29, 2019

US wages rise in response to labor shortages, says ADP research

Studies are torn on whether wage growth will spike in a tight talent market, but employees have said they'd quit for a higher salary elsewhere.

By Kathryn Moody , Valerie Bolden-Barrett • July 26, 2019

DoorDash to change tipping model following public outcry

Under the delivery service's previous structure, workers received the same pay regardless of the amount tipped.

By Rosie Bradbury • July 24, 2019

As workplaces grow crowded, so will doctors' offices, new research finds

A Ball State University study found a strong correlation between higher employment in the retail and healthcare sectors and prevalence of influenza.

By Lisa Burden • July 24, 2019

Pay transparency: How much should you share with employees?

Despite a growing demand for the practice, sharing pay information can invite drama for employers ⁠— from workplace culture issues to legal actions. 

By Jennifer Carsen • July 24, 2019

Study: 37% of workers don't use up all of their PTO

Managers are crucial to ensure that employees both take their allotted vacation time and use it effectively, experts previously told HR Dive. 

By Jennifer Carsen • July 24, 2019

DOL opinion clarifies 'sleeper berths' guidance for truck drivers

The letter reverses earlier guidance that said employers could only exclude eight hours of a worker's sleep time from pay in trips of 24 hours or longer. 

By Morgan Fecto • July 23, 2019

Midsized employers made progress in recognizing gender identity in 2019

Of the 1,300 employers analyzed by Namely, 10% provided more gender identity options than "male," "female" and "not specified."

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • July 23, 2019

MTX Group to offer 1 year paid maternity leave, 3 months paternity leave

Lengthier parental leave allows parents time to balance work with family, but 12-month policies could be problematic for employers. 

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • July 23, 2019

6 key stories you might have missed midway into 2019

The talent shortage has emerged as a top risk for organizations this year, but FLSA and FMLA remain perennial headaches.

By Kathryn Moody • July 23, 2019

The economic cost of caregiving could double by 2050

An Urban Institute researcher found that, with an overall wage increase of 10.4%, the cost of lost wages per caregiver could be as high as $6,323 by midcentury. 

By Lisa Burden • July 22, 2019

High-deductible plans can offer more access to preventive treatment under new rule

The IRS rule lists common services and products that now can be covered before enrollees satisfy their annual deductibles.

By Linda Wilson • July 19, 2019

PayScale: Nominal wages grow, real wages decline in Q2 2019

Real wages have decreased by 9.8% since 2006 if inflation is factored in, the index showed.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett , Morgan Fecto • July 19, 2019

ACA 'Cadillac tax' repeal passed in House, moves to Senate

Lawmakers originally delayed implementation of the tax last year, moving its effective date to 2022.

By Ryan Golden • July 18, 2019

Nearly half of workers in time-off study feel burned out

Despite receiving paid time off, nearly a third of respondents said their boss pesters them with work while they are on vacation.

By Kathryn Moody , Valerie Bolden-Barrett • July 18, 2019

Mercer: Employers may curb turnover with pay transparency

Organizations can't afford to be opaque about pay in this talent market, the analysis showed.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • July 17, 2019

Hospitality company awards year of free housing to Oregon-based worker

Only employees, not managers, are eligible for the "Work Hard…Live Free!" program, which first began in 2012, Vesta Hospitality said.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • July 16, 2019

Glassdoor: Job satisfaction is about culture and mission — not money

Andrew Chamberlain, the platform's chief economist, said "employers wrongly think pay and work-life balance" are the keys to employee satisfaction.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • July 15, 2019

As EEO-1 pay data portal opens, some question collection's usefulness

"Pay equity is a huge issue," Alston and Bird Partner Brett Coburn told HR Dive, "but I don't think it's going to be driven by EEO-1."

By Ryan Golden • July 15, 2019

CBO projects $15 minimum wage could raise pay but leave millions jobless

A $15 minimum wage plan would lead to wage gains particularly for low-income workers, CBO said, but it noted the outcomes of its assessment are uncertain.

By Ryan Golden • July 11, 2019