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EEOC wellness regulations will sunset January 2019
The agency, however, doesn't plan to have new regulations in place until later that year.
By Kate Tornone • Dec. 22, 2017 -
Bank of America to roll out extended PTO for investment banking employees
Most U.S. workers wouldn't benefit from a similar provision, however, labor statistics show.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Dec. 22, 2017 -
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TrendlineA deep dive into financial wellness
Employee financial wellness may trending upward — but workers are still hoping for help from employers.
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UPDATE: Second judge blocks expansion of opt-out for ACA contraceptive mandate
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services issued the rules in October, allowing employers to opt out on religious or moral grounds.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Dec. 21, 2017 -
Hawaii law provides a $70 daily stipend for eldercare
Employers have recognized that workers with caregiving duties need help — and so have state governments.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Dec. 21, 2017 -
Contract workers tend to be experienced, highly educated and ambitious
LinkedIn's study found that 73% of contractors have advanced degrees and qualifications, compared to 45% of LinkedIn members who don't identify as contract workers.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Dec. 20, 2017 -
As tax season looms, keep an eye out for W-2 scams
Scammers can spoof company executives' emails and ensnare employees, and experts say HR is particularly at risk.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Dec. 20, 2017 -
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Aon: Healthcare takeovers may mean big changes for care access
Will healthcare M&As mean lower costs for employers and greater access to health and pharmaceutical services for workers?
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Dec. 19, 2017 -
New overtime rule proposal coming October 2018
The U.S. Department of Labor says it should have a new Notice of Proposed Rulemaking out next fall.
By Kate Tornone • Dec. 19, 2017 -
Bill would allow employers to provide 401k info electronically
Some say that allowing electronic information transfers could save U.S. employers $200 million to $500 million per year.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Dec. 18, 2017 -
Telemedicine may prove key to fighting opioid addiction, but hurdles remain
Physicians and opioid addiction specialists welcome the efficiency of virtual check-ins, but still insist on in-person follow-ups to fight relapse.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Dec. 18, 2017 -
Walmart to offer advance payday app for workers
Following competitors' footsteps, Walmart is catching onto the shifting financial management needs of today's workers.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Dec. 15, 2017 -
Aon: Global healthcare costs may increase by 8.4% in 2018
An aging global population, poor lifestyle choices and the increase in chronic disorders may all be factors.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Dec. 15, 2017 -
A shortage of sales professionals is taking a toll on revenue goals
Companies facing shortages are tapping into "indirect sales," a form of third-party contracting, to meet company goals, one survey claims.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Dec. 14, 2017 -
State overtime thresholds, minimum wage rates set to increase in 2018
Employers may not have to worry about DOL's overtime rule right now, but some states have taken matters into their own hands.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett , Kate Tornone • Dec. 14, 2017 -
UPDATE: DOL extends public comment period on rescission of FLSA tip pool rules
The Obama-era rules prohibited employers from redistributing gratuities to nontipped employees, even if all workers involved received minimum wage.
By Kate Tornone • Dec. 13, 2017 -
Study: Millennials are the most unsatisfied IT professionals
Most want better pay, according to a new report, but some are looking for a chance to work independently as a consultant.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Dec. 13, 2017 -
Wellness Workdays to certify outstanding employee wellness programs
Programs will be measured on assessment, strategy, implementation and evaluation.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Dec. 13, 2017 -
Want more women applicants? Shake up your recruiting practices
In a new report, Fairygodboss says employers may want to consider shifting their recruitment strategies to diversify their applicant pool.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Dec. 12, 2017 -
Retrieved from Lyft on October 23, 2017
Lyft to provide drivers with education benefits
The gig economy isn't known for developing its contract workers — but it could be a key retention strategy in an increasingly tough market.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Dec. 12, 2017 -
Workers claim Microsoft discriminated against women in pay, promotions
But a company spokesperson criticized the commissioned reports, saying researchers "mischaracterized" key data.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Dec. 12, 2017 -
Adobe says it's reached 100% pay equity in the US
Since uncovering a pay gap in July, the company vowed to close it by year's end.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Dec. 11, 2017 -
House committee considers paid leave bill
SHRM and others from the employer community told lawmakers that Congressional action is needed to deal with the state and local leave law patchwork.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Dec. 7, 2017 -
Gig work growth is up, but where are the benefits?
Some freelance and contingent workers hold dangerous jobs, but they generally lack benefits like workers' comp and health insurance, advocates say.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Dec. 7, 2017 -
Opinion
How to make unlimited holiday a success
Will an unlimited vacation policy actually make your company more productive? Kristel Moedt, Global People and Talent Director at Bynder, writes about her company's experience.
By Kristel Moedt • Dec. 6, 2017 -
61% of employees say well-being programs don't fit their needs
Even so, research from Willis Towers Watson shows a large number of employers plan to address all four components of well-being in 2018.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Dec. 6, 2017
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