Nevada law requiring accommodation for pregnant workers takes effect Oct. 1

Pregnant workers and job applicants in Nevada will receive expanded, ADA-like protections starting next week.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Sept. 29, 2017

NLRB, Trump administration prepare opposing arguments in SCOTUS arbitration case

The High Court will soon decide whether employees can waive their rights to pursue employment claims collectively.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett , Kate Tornone • Sept. 28, 2017

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Top 5 stories from HR Dive

HR Dive’s top stories feature a variety of challenges employers are facing, from AI’s spread in the workplace and bad behavior in the C-suite to payroll headaches and DEI compliance confusion.

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Walmart to adopt Workplace, Facebook's business chat solution

The move could mean 2.2 million new users for Facebook's platform — a huge boost to the social media giant's efforts to compete in a crowding market.

By Ryan Golden , Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Sept. 28, 2017

Glassdoor: Workers want their employers to take a stand on political issues

Younger workers clearly think their employers should have a positive impact on the community, but businesses must ensure that political activities don't get in the way of civility and respect.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Sept. 28, 2017

Employers see value in technology, but struggle to keep up

HR managers agree that tech has improved recruiting and other functions, but they fear that the evolution is happening too quickly, according to a Randstad study.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Sept. 28, 2017

SEC issues guidance for reporting CEO pay ratios

The pay ratio mandate has caused great confusion among employers over how and when it may be calculated.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Sept. 27, 2017

World-class HR departments do more but spend less, thanks to technology

The average large business with revenue of $10 billion or more could save millions with more efficient, technology-driven HR processes, a Hackett Group study shows.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Sept. 27, 2017

Sleeplessness endangers workers' lives and costs employers $1.4M per year

One worker with obstructive sleep apnea could cost an employer more than $3,000 in additional healthcare expenses a year.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Sept. 26, 2017

CVS joins the fight against opioid addiction

The retailer will provide counseling for opioid users and limit the drug's availability in order to slow the crisis' spread.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Sept. 26, 2017

Ex-manager sues Facebook over alleged age discrimination

A 52-year-old former manager claims the social media giant fired him after he complained about the company's treatment of older workers.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Sept. 26, 2017

To combat the talent shortage, employers may need to shift productivity measures

Considering flexible work and sources of talent beyond the typical 9 to 5 paradigm can help prepare employers for the future.

By Kathryn Moody • Sept. 26, 2017

Financial illiteracy is hurting worker savings — but employers can step in

Providing workers with financial training can help minimize their stress and raise productivity.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Sept. 25, 2017

Employees feel valued when they can access pay, benefits info online

By allowing workers to access time, attendance and other information, employers are empowering them to take ownership of those issues, an American Payroll Association study shows.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Sept. 25, 2017

Study: Online personality tests may be flawed, especially for young applicants

According to employment and training organizations, fewer applicants under 21 are being hired for entry-level jobs, and personality tests are the likely cause.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Sept. 25, 2017

Navigating 5 generations in the workforce

How do HR leaders fairly accommodate five generations with health benefits, wellness programs, worksite perks and the like?

By Lori Casselman • Sept. 25, 2017

Harassment, discrimination are employers' top compliance training priorities

Compliance training challenges, including diversity and data security, are pervasive across various industries, a EVERFI survey reveals.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Sept. 22, 2017

What women — and companies — can learn from Fortune's Most Powerful Women list

Women can make a number of choices to help advance their careers, but employers must be willing to support the women that work for them, too.

By Kathryn Moody , Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Sept. 22, 2017

What employers can do to manage Type 2 diabetes in the workplace

Employers may not be aware of all their options when helping employees control a condition that costs workplaces more than $200 billion annually.

By Riia O'Donnell • Sept. 22, 2017

Employers spend 70% more on healthcare benefits than retirement benefits

Industry plays a large role in defining benefits spend, but generally, employers aren't spending as much on retirement as they did 15 years ago, a Willis Towers Watson study shows.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Sept. 22, 2017

Prevention is key to reducing the cost of employee back pain, arthritis

Strategies focused on prevention can help employers manage musculoskeletal disorders or related impairments, like opioid addiction, says NEBGH.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Sept. 21, 2017

Korn Ferry: Only 27% of employers ready to reskill workers for future tech jobs

Will employers lag behind as automation, IoT and other tech advance?

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Sept. 21, 2017

Most employees say higher pay matters more than better benefits

An unpredictable regulatory environment makes benefits packages even more difficult to understand, but a pay raise has clear value to employees.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Sept. 21, 2017

Report: The healthiest employers use metrics to evaluate their wellness programs

Personalization in wellness programs also is critical, as the one-size-fits-all approach can overlook employees' individual needs.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Sept. 21, 2017

Employees' health, productivity improve after EAP counseling, report says

While some may doubt the old standby's effectiveness, the EAP's traditional services and modern take on metrics may make them more relevant today than ever.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Sept. 20, 2017

Study: 60% of workforce will be independent by 2027

Employers can expect to see more independent workers and increased automation during the next decade.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Sept. 20, 2017