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DOL publishes rule implementing coronavirus leave law
The agency made technical corrections to its regulations April 10.
By Ryan Golden , Kate Tornone • Updated April 2, 2020 -
COVID-19 treatment, tests could increase employers' 2020 healthcare costs by 7%
Some employers that remain open due to their essential status have looked to benefits offerings to protect employees.
By Ryan Golden • March 31, 2020 -
Trendline
Inside the rapidly changing world of employee benefits
As employers prioritize retention, benefits remain a crucial piece of business’ employee value propositions.
By HR Dive staff -
DOL outlines small-business exemption from coronavirus paid leave law
Businesses with fewer than 50 employees are exempt from two aspects of the FFCRA, the agency said.
By Ryan Golden • March 30, 2020 -
What HR needs to know about the coronavirus paid leave law
In less than two weeks, U.S. small businesses have experienced a drastic change in the compliance landscape.
By Ryan Golden • March 30, 2020 -
Large employers expand leave, payments amid coronavirus
A third of employers surveyed by the Business Group on Health said they are continuing to pay employees who are unable to work.
By Lisa Burden • March 26, 2020 -
PayScale: Overall gender pay gap shrinks, but slightly
While household names have publicized pay equity efforts and successes, widespread change appears slow.
By Katie Clarey • March 26, 2020 -
IRS provides updated guidance for small businesses claiming coronavirus paid leave tax credits
Eligible employers will be able to claim the credit via their quarterly federal tax returns, the agency said.
By Ryan Golden • Updated April 1, 2020 -
Employees confident they can do their jobs effectively from home during COVID-19 pandemic
It's important to note that the option isn't available to all workers.
By Ryan Golden • March 25, 2020 -
DOL to observe 30-day 'temporary non-enforcement' of coronavirus paid leave law
Employees could still sue over non-compliance despite the notice, an attorney told HR Dive.
By Ryan Golden • March 24, 2020 -
Deep Dive
5 things to know about the new coronavirus paid leave law
A number of small businesses are "despondent," one source told HR Dive. But there's hope the federal government could soften the the law's impact.
By Ryan Golden • March 23, 2020 -
Trump signs emergency coronavirus bill expanding FMLA, granting paid leave
The bill contains two key provisions covering workers employed by private entities and individuals that employ fewer than 500 employees.
By Ryan Golden • March 18, 2020 -
3 employers share their approaches to pay transparency
When employers make compensation information accessible, the greater workplace culture may foster more trust and openness.
By Aman Kidwai • March 18, 2020 -
A third of younger workers have dipped into retirement savings
There's no question that workers are stressed about finances — and those stresses directly affect employers.
By Jennifer Carsen • March 18, 2020 -
Comp managers brace for 'negative business impact' of coronavirus
"Companies are prioritizing the physical and financial wellbeing of their employees, and rightfully so," Adrienne Altman of Willis Towers Watson said of the report.
By Aman Kidwai • March 17, 2020 -
Can telehealth benefits combat the new coronavirus?
Virtual care solutions may prevent straining of the health system's resources and are often low-cost or free, sources told HR Dive.
By Ryan Golden • March 13, 2020 -
Remote work may level playing field for workers with disabilities, chronic illness
Permitting telework can also serve as a means to attract diverse talent, sources previously told HR Dive.
By Ryan Golden • March 11, 2020 -
Congressional Dems push for guaranteed paid sick leave in response to coronavirus
Access to paid sick leave has grown since 2010, but that access is still not uniform in the U.S.
By Ryan Golden • March 11, 2020 -
Coca-Cola will link executive pay to company employees
One of the beverage giant's top 50 shareholders pushed for the change, saying top-level pay has soared while average wages have made minimal gains.
By Christopher Doering • March 10, 2020 -
Deep Dive
Marijuana, leave will top employers' compliance challenges in the 2020s
Some changes at the federal level will depend on political outcomes, sources said, but employers can expect activity in key areas such as paid leave, marijuana and worker classification.
By Jennifer Carsen • March 9, 2020 -
Deep Dive
As employers look to impress with benefits, time and choice are key
Larger paychecks won’t be enough to compete in the 2020s. Instead, employers are looking for solutions that can help employees with life outside the office.
By Ryan Golden • March 9, 2020 -
Chipotle to expand paid parental leave, test unlimited PTO
The restaurant chain has been expanding its benefit offerings over the past year, but it has faced scrutiny at the state and local level.
By Aman Kidwai • March 6, 2020 -
Mastercard says it has closed gender pay gaps for similar levels, roles
Companies in several industries have made "100% pay equity" announcements as awareness of pay disparities grows.
By Ryan Golden • March 6, 2020 -
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Why your employees' financial stress is your problem — and easy ways to help
42% of employees are financially stressed, costing businesses up to 18% of annual salary costs.
By Dan Macklin, CEO, Salary Finance • March 5, 2020 -
Union: Workers at airport Starbucks locations face racial pay gap, LGBTQ discrimination
Starbucks has attempted to improve equity among employees, but airport workers are not employed by the coffee chain.
By Ryan Golden • March 4, 2020 -
Working part time comes with a 29% pay penalty, says EPI study
While part-time scheduling has been touted as a form of flexible work, most part-time workers say they'd prefer full-time work, other studies have shown.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • March 3, 2020