Risk-taking can help women succeed, but many fear not being taken seriously

If women felt empowered to take big risks, would that guarantee success in business or harm their careers?

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Jan. 18, 2019

House passes $15 minimum wage bill

The Raise the Wage Act of 2019 also would do away with the tipped minimum wage and the subminimum wage for workers with disabilities.

By Katie Clarey • Updated July 18, 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

Survey: 33% of workers say they've played hooky

Workers' call-ins aren't always due to illness. Dissatisfaction with the workplace may be the motive.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Jan. 17, 2019

With the government shutdown still underway, affected workers turn to gig jobs

A report noted that more people are being swept up in what it calls "changing, and often deteriorating, workforce dynamics."

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Jan. 16, 2019

Pair of injunctions halt employer ACA contraceptive opt-out

The government will almost certainly appeal the ruling but employers' approach to contraceptive coverage is unlikely to change, regardless of the outcome.

By Ryan Golden • Jan. 15, 2019

Oh là là: Au pair agencies settle wage-fixing claim for $65M

Former employees alleged the employers colluded to pay au pairs below federal and state minimum wages.

By Katie Clarey • Jan. 14, 2019

Employers should keep an eye on harassment prevention, leave mandates, Paychex says

The human capital management services provider also flagged the gig economy and state healthcare reform as regulatory topics to watch this year. 

By Jennifer Carsen • Jan. 14, 2019

NYC mayor proposes 10 PTO days for private-sector workers

Employees would be able to use the time off for any purpose, including vacation, religious observance, bereavement or family time.

By Ryan Golden • Jan. 11, 2019

Despite rising wages, actual buying power decreased in 2018

Wages for blue-collar workers were hit the hardest, according to the PayScale report, while technology and marketing saw the most growth.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Jan. 11, 2019

New overtime rule headed for the White House

One source predicts the NPRM will propose a salary threshold in the low- to mid-$30,000s and will be ready for public comment in March.

By Kate Tornone • Updated Jan. 11, 2019

Laid-off Sears workers push for hardship fund

Employers may continue to see more laid-off workers fighting for hardship severance pay thanks to the success of the Toys R Us workers' campaign.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Jan. 10, 2019

Report: Employee experience will drive business success in 2019

Today's workers want more than just a paycheck, and employers will need to adjust to the mindset shift.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Jan. 10, 2019

Most US workers say wellness programs are a consideration in choosing a job

At the same time, one-fifth of companies don't offer health and wellness programs, according to OfficeTeam.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Jan. 9, 2019

Uber to pay $1.3M to settle its oldest nationwide misclassification suit

Employers have received little classification guidance from DOL, so it's important to understand how applicable courts test employee status.

By Katie Clarey • Jan. 9, 2019

ACA is still here: What you need to know for 2019

While employers are facing little immediate change, experts say it's important to remain vigilant.

By Pamela DeLoatch • Jan. 8, 2019

Microsoft tops list of most 'just' employers

Top-rated companies also pay fewer environmental, safety and EEOC fines, according to JUST Capital.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Jan. 4, 2019

Federal employees sue government over lack of pay during shutdown

Following the 2013 shutdown, a federal judge found FLSA violations and awarded workers twice their pay in damages.

By Morgan Fecto • Jan. 3, 2019

AARP releases HR guide to digital tools for caregivers

Companies are putting more focus on employee caregivers' needs through innovative benefits and tools.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Jan. 3, 2019

Introverted employees score lower on well-being than extroverted colleagues

Companies may be inadvertently overlooking the contributions of introverted workers, a new study suggested.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Jan. 3, 2019

'Resilience' well-being programs may not work

Are employers testing well-being programs' effectiveness before offering them?

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Jan. 2, 2019

Our 10 best benefits stories of 2018

Top benefits stories at HR Dive this year covered updates to newer support areas, like employer student loan repayment contributions, as well as the old standbys.

By Ryan Golden • Dec. 28, 2018

Google's 'shadow workforce' highlights tech industry's contingent worker problem

One group of workers at the tech giant feels it's been left in the dark.

By Ryan Golden • Dec. 21, 2018

Supportive leadership drives successful well-being programs, says new study

Company leaders might want to get more active in employee health and wellness programs — it pays off.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Dec. 21, 2018

Closing the gender gap will take 108 years, pay equity index shows

The gender pay gap is so persistent worldwide that experts don't expect women to reach parity on a global scale for decades.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Dec. 21, 2018

EEOC rescinds wellness regulations ahead of sunset date

The agency also has delayed its plan to replace the rules, leaving employers without guidance on wellness plan incentives.

By Ryan Golden • Dec. 20, 2018