Salary negotiations are the new normal for most job seekers

Today's workers are more likely to know their worth in the labor market, according to research from consulting firm Robert Half.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Feb. 15, 2019

Lululemon to offer hourly workers up to 6 months of paid parental leave

Workers will be eligible for three months of leave after two years at the company, and employees of five or more years will be eligible for six months.

By Morgan Fecto • Feb. 15, 2019

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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.

By HR Dive staff

Cinemark to pay $2.9M to settle California pay stub claim

A class-action suit alleged the employer issued more than 66,000 wage statements containing incorrect overtime rates over a three-year period.

By Jennifer Carsen • Feb. 15, 2019

Dems, advocates renew push for Paycheck Fairness Act

The act, which has been introduced in Congress numerous times since 1997, would mandate pay data collection and ban salary history inquiries nationwide.

By Ryan Golden • Feb. 15, 2019

Arjuna Capital asks 11 banks and tech companies to disclose pay gaps

Investors recognize pay equity, which spurs diversity and inclusion efforts, bolsters innovation and a business's fiscal performance.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Feb. 14, 2019

Report: HR has a role in sales quota management

Its place in the "business side" of operations is more crucial today than ever, according to Radford. 

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Feb. 13, 2019

As minimum wage rises, rate of smoking decreases

More money in employees' pockets can create a greater sense of well-being, which in turn, can reduce health spending by employers. 

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Feb. 13, 2019

PayScale: Employers to offer modest raises despite talent shortage

About 70% of respondents expect to pay salary increases of 3% or less, according to the report.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Feb. 12, 2019

DOL drops appeal in ongoing Google pay-data audit

The decision doesn't mean the audit is finished, but may signal OFCCP's shift toward greater transparency in investigations.

By Ryan Golden • Feb. 7, 2019

Unum to allow workers to trade PTO for student debt relief

The insurance company has partnered with Fidelity Investments to offer this financial benefit starting in 2020.

By Morgan Fecto • Feb. 7, 2019

Facebook to tie employee bonuses to safety, security goals

Compensation may be a key way to send a message to employees about what the company values.

By Kathryn Moody , Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Feb. 7, 2019

One-third of employees don't understand their health benefits

A majority of workers in a recent Maestro Health survey also said their employer does not act as a resource for healthcare-related questions.

By Lisa Burden • Feb. 6, 2019

8 in 10 employees would seek a new job after 1 bad day

While the majority are happy at work, dissatisfaction with the work environment and being passed over for promotion could prompt exit planning.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Feb. 6, 2019

Nearly half of US workers in Paychex survey have raised pay equity concerns

Additionally, a majority of workers in each age group measured in the survey said it's important to work for an employer that is socially responsible.

By Katie Clarey , Lisa Burden • Feb. 5, 2019

Half of retail, hospitality workers still deal with paper schedules

Miscommunication and scheduling inconsistencies can drive down employee engagement, affecting a company’s bottom line.

By Morgan Fecto • Feb. 4, 2019

Gates Foundation cuts 52-week paid parental leave program

Its replacement? A policy featuring a six-month leave and a $20,000 stipend for childcare or other family needs.

By Lisa Burden • Feb. 4, 2019

Sexual harassment, other liabilities causing companies to rethink alcohol policies

Although 35% of respondents to a recent survey preferred not to drink with colleagues, half still think doing so strengthens work relationships.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Feb. 1, 2019

Winter weather tests employers’ FLSA, safety compliance

Employers generally can require employees to come in during bad weather, but such policies sometimes create more problems than they solve.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Feb. 1, 2019

Labor market tightens, but 'abrupt' wage growth unlikely

Information from the states doesn't necessarily reflect large wage-growth trends, according to the Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco.

By Lisa Burden • Jan. 31, 2019

A 'competitive' salary now includes benefits, perks

Generous benefits can make employers more competitive, a new Randstad report says, but better pay remains the real deal-maker.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Jan. 31, 2019

Mercer: 40% of employers offer paid parental leave

The report reveals a substantial increase in the benefit's availability in recent years, speaking to its recruiting and retention power.

By Lisa Burden • Jan. 30, 2019

Shutdown pushes EEO-1 deadline to May 31

EEOC said its reporting portal will open in "early March."

By Ryan Golden , Kate Tornone • Updated Feb. 1, 2019

Total comp statements: Should you show employees the big picture?

While employers may have legitimate concerns about such initiatives, experts say the rewards outweigh the risks.

By Pamela DeLoatch • Jan. 22, 2019

Citi discloses 'unadjusted' pay gaps within its workforce

The company said it would attack the problem in part by upping representation of women and black employees in senior roles.

By Ryan Golden • Jan. 22, 2019

NJ lawmakers agree to $15 minimum wage

Momentum for employee-friendly measures at the state and local levels has picked up in recent years — and it shows no signs of stopping.

By Kate Tornone • Jan. 18, 2019