US women's workforce participation declined 3% since 2000

An op-ed in The New York Times blames a lack of federal paid leave and lack of access to flexible work arrangements, among other trends.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Sept. 6, 2017

NLRB charges against NYC cleaning service with worker misclassification

Handy's workers are charging the company with violating wage and hour laws and jeopardizing their rights by forcing them to settle disputes through arbitration instead of the courts. 

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Sept. 6, 2017

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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

Robert Half: Candidates want more than cash from a job offer

Money is still vital in today's job market, but not the sole driver that seals the deal.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Sept. 5, 2017

The final nail in the coffin? Overtime rule is 'invalid,' court says

A federal judge has determined that DOL didn't have the authority to increase the FLSA's overtime salary threshold so drastically.

By Kate Tornone • Aug. 31, 2017

Computer science ranked highest paying field of study in the US

The major boasts a median total compensation of $92,300, a LinkedIn analysis found. Tech positions also ranked among the highest-paying entry- and mid-level jobs.

By Justine Brown • Aug. 31, 2017

5 ways states are picking up Congress' legislative slack, according to Paychex

While federal lawmakers focus on tax reform and the federal budget, states and municipalities are busy addressing employee pay, leave and other issues.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Aug. 31, 2017

DOL proposes fiduciary rule delay, opens 15-day comment period

The agency is moving quickly to put the rule off until at least 2019.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Aug. 31, 2017

EEOC sues Estée Lauder for denying dads equal parental leave

EEOC says the cosmetic corporation's benefits — which include only 2 'bonding weeks' for new dads compared to 6 such weeks for new moms — amounts to sex discrimination.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Aug. 31, 2017

Only 27% of employees give HR an 'A' on open enrollment

The survey also found that 50% of employees want more time to select benefits.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Aug. 30, 2017

When medical leave runs out, don't forget the ADA, feds say

An EEOC lawsuit illustrates why employers may need to grant workers more leave than the FMLA or other laws require.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett , Kate Tornone • Aug. 30, 2017

Illinois governor vetoes salary history bill

Several states and cities have enacted laws prohibiting employers from asking applicants about their salary history, but Illinois may not be joining that list.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Aug. 30, 2017

White House blocks EEO-1 pay reporting requirements

Employers will not have to collect and report compensation data — for now.

By Kate Tornone • Aug. 30, 2017

Hurricane Harvey raises FLSA, FMLA questions

Federal employment laws don't go away during disasters, so employers need contingency plans for compliance.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett , Kate Tornone • Aug. 29, 2017

3 out of 4 of employees work during vacation, despite knowing they don't have to

Half of employees don't feel like they should be working during vacation — but most do anyway.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Aug. 29, 2017

Companies sue Blue Cross Blue Shield for allegedly charging hidden fees

One employer, Williams Chevrolet Inc., said it sent money to BCBS to pay employees' healthcare claims, but the insurer also skimmed administrative fees to pay claims.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Aug. 28, 2017

How to raise your employees' benefits IQ before open enrollment

Running a successful benefits program requires consistent, effective communication with helpful third-party services.

By Riia O'Donnell • Aug. 28, 2017

78% of US workers are just getting by between paychecks, says study

Workers of all salaries are also struggling with debt and other financial problems, pointing to the need for financial wellness education.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Aug. 25, 2017

Resource Actions: On Game of Thrones and the little things

When handled properly, dragons, fantasy sports and chat rooms are the small things that can add a lot to your employer brand.

By Kathryn Moody , Ryan Golden • Aug. 25, 2017

Aon: 2018 may bring highest healthcare cost hikes for employers in 3 years

The firm predicts average healthcare costs will cross the $5,000 mark in 2018.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Aug. 24, 2017

TIAA to offer in vitro fertility benefits for female couples

The financial advisory firm joins the 57% of employers offering fertility benefits, but with an increased focus on LGBT employees.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Aug. 24, 2017

Can data solve employers' compensation headache?

As employers tackle pay equity, data has revealed some answers — and some companies' dirty laundry.

By Kathryn Moody • Aug. 24, 2017

When it comes to health benefits, small businesses are keeping up with big companies

The difference between big and small companies' portion of healthcare cost-sharing is only 5.3%.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Aug. 23, 2017

No FLSA 'fluctuating workweek' for some workers in CT, court says

Employers in the state can no longer use the FWW method of calculating overtime for commission-based retail employees, but that may be just the beginning.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Aug. 23, 2017

CIOs say salary demands are top barrier in hiring tech talent

Another key complaint is both CIOs and job seekers say the hiring process takes too long, which could cause a candidate to lose interest. 

By Justine Brown • Aug. 23, 2017

80% of companies aren't paying salespeople the right commissions

One study showed that 18% of employers don't report commission results to salespeople and that 47% are slow to process payments, sometimes taking more than four weeks.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Aug. 23, 2017