Walgreens slashes benefits after granting $100M in pay raises

To stay competitive while balancing their budgets, employers might have to come up with non-traditional benefits that appeal to workers.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Oct. 11, 2018

Illinois gov. vetoes salary history ban a second time

The governor said he won't sign such a ban without a safe harbor for employers who conduct equal pay audits and work to remedy disparities.

By Lisa Burden • Oct. 11, 2018

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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

DOJ clears CVS-Aetna union

Approval of the $69 billion deal comes with a condition to sell Aetna's Medicare Part D business. 

By Samantha Liss • Oct. 10, 2018

Washington, DC, becomes the newest battleground over tipped wages

District lawmakers voted to block Initiative 77, a measure approved by voters in June that would raise wages for tipped workers. Now it's up to the mayor to decide the outcome, which could have national implications. 

By Alicia Kelso • Oct. 10, 2018

Starbucks will help employees pay for emergency backup childcare, eldercare

The company's latest benefit just goes to show that employers are paying more attention to caregiving due in part to high demand from employees.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Oct. 10, 2018

Low unemployment is making the job search easier for employees

Additionally, most employees participating in a new TD AmeriTrade survey said that low unemployment rates should result in higher wages.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Oct. 9, 2018

Don't be afraid of the dialogue: Pay equity starts with leadership

If your employees don't understand their compensation — and why it is where it is — that's a huge problem, writes Beth Steinberg, chief people officer at Zenefits.

By Beth Steinberg • Oct. 9, 2018

Employers say mental illness, substance abuse at 2-year peak

As employers recognize the effects of such issues on the workforce, the solutions offered will fare better when they've been designed thoughtfully and presented thoroughly.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett , Katie Clarey • Oct. 8, 2018

Labor market to add 8M jobs in next 5 years, but mid-wage jobs lose out

The question of wage growth in this market has been a curious one, especially as unemployment falls to deep lows.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Oct. 8, 2018

Uber considers expanded benefits for drivers

Should Uber expand benefits for independent contractors, it could very well set a new standard for the gig economy.

By Ryan Golden • Oct. 5, 2018

Employee healthcare premiums are up, along with deductibles

In response, employers have turned to wellbeing programs and new technology.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Oct. 5, 2018

HR's blind spots include a misaligned identity and faulty communication

Almost half of HR professionals in a recent survey said they see their role as strategic, but only 18% of employees view HR that way.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Oct. 4, 2018

Employees struggle with medical costs but overlook HSAs

Employers must ask if workers understand their benefits and be ready with the answers they might need.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Oct. 4, 2018

6 trends to help you navigate open enrollment

It's that time of year again — and that gives employers reason to re-evaluate their benefits offerings. 

By Kathryn Moody • Oct. 4, 2018

Managers shake up warehouse shifts ahead of peak season

Flexible shift schedules are increasingly common in regions with high labor demand. The strategy is adding new labor to the workforce, sources say.

By Deborah Abrams Kaplan • Oct. 3, 2018

Employers that provide paid family, medical leave to receive new tax credit

Proposals for such a tax credit have been in the works since the GOP tax bill paved the way for it in late 2017.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Oct. 2, 2018

Amazon to eliminate bonuses and stock options for hourly employees

The announcement comes after the company upped its hourly wage for all fulfillment center employees to $15 an hour.

By Ryan Golden • Updated Oct. 4, 2018

Nearly a third of Americans will pass up a flu shot this year

Many employers mitigate the flu's impact on workplaces by offering on-site vaccinations.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Oct. 2, 2018

Employers focus on preventive care, well-being plans to counter rising healthcare costs

Preventive care in particular has emerged as a way to address chronic conditions, which account for much of healthcare spend.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett , Katie Clarey • Oct. 1, 2018

Holiday hiring market challenges employers

The push to hire seasonal workers is already on, and employers are preparing to offer higher wages and better benefits to keep up, a new Snag survey said.

By Kathryn Moody , Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Oct. 1, 2018

PwC challenges its US employees to get up and move

The employer's movement initiative keeps pace with the larger corporate wellness trend, but employees have called for a change within that space.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Oct. 1, 2018

Why aren't wages rising? An analysis

The economy has held steady for years and unemployment remains low, yet projected market responses have not materialized. So what's going on?

By Kathryn Moody • Oct. 1, 2018

Gig workers' wages are stable, but commitment remains sporadic

A recent study by JPMorgan Chase also found that most are using gig platforms to support their primary income.

By Riia O'Donnell • Oct. 1, 2018

Bonuses can make gender pay gaps even worse

An ADP study found that women age 20 to 30 received, on average, 21% of the bonus-to-base pay ratio that men received over a six-year period.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Sept. 28, 2018

Amazon raises wages slightly, but not all employees are impressed

At least one employee called the 25-cent raises "damage control," but the company said such raises are standard before the holiday rush.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Sept. 28, 2018