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

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

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

Slight uptick in budgeted salary increases predicted for 2019

Wages held steady in 2018 as predicted, despite employers' concerns about talent attraction and retention in a tight labor market.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Dec. 20, 2018

A running list of states and localities that have outlawed pay history questions

Virginia is the latest to enact a statewide pay history law, which will take effect July 1, 2026.

By Kate Tornone • Updated April 28, 2026

Execs say laws pose hurdle to closing the gig benefits gap

A sitting U.S. senator said solving the gap will take a "whole-of-society effort."

By Ryan Golden • Dec. 19, 2018

Math, economics top the fastest-growing remote jobs

Out-of-office positions in recent FlexJobs listings include actuarial analysts, economics faculty members and data scientists.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Dec. 19, 2018

What to expect after whirlwind ACA ruling

The decision, which will almost certainly be appealed, would effectively wipe out Medicaid expansion and pre-existing condition protections.

By Rebecca Pifer Parduhn • Dec. 18, 2018

Match Group announces 100% pay equity following audit

The company hired an external firm to conduct a compensation analysis over a five-month period.

By Ryan Golden • Dec. 18, 2018