Winter weather tests employers' FLSA, safety compliance

Employers generally can require employees to come in during bad weather, but such policies sometimes create more problems than they solve.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Feb. 1, 2019

Labor market tightens, but 'abrupt' wage growth unlikely

Information from the states doesn't necessarily reflect large wage-growth trends, according to the Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco.

By Lisa Burden • Jan. 31, 2019

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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

A 'competitive' salary now includes benefits, perks

Generous benefits can make employers more competitive, a new Randstad report says, but better pay remains the real deal-maker.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Jan. 31, 2019

Mercer: 40% of employers offer paid parental leave

The report reveals a substantial increase in the benefit's availability in recent years, speaking to its recruiting and retention power.

By Lisa Burden • Jan. 30, 2019

Shutdown pushes EEO-1 deadline to May 31

EEOC said its reporting portal will open in "early March."

By Ryan Golden , Kate Tornone • Updated Feb. 1, 2019

Total comp statements: Should you show employees the big picture?

While employers may have legitimate concerns about such initiatives, experts say the rewards outweigh the risks.

By Pamela DeLoatch • Jan. 22, 2019

Citi discloses 'unadjusted' pay gaps within its workforce

The company said it would attack the problem in part by upping representation of women and black employees in senior roles.

By Ryan Golden • Jan. 22, 2019

NJ lawmakers agree to $15 minimum wage

Momentum for employee-friendly measures at the state and local levels has picked up in recent years — and it shows no signs of stopping.

By Kate Tornone • Jan. 18, 2019

Risk-taking can help women succeed, but many fear not being taken seriously

If women felt empowered to take big risks, would that guarantee success in business or harm their careers?

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Jan. 18, 2019

House passes $15 minimum wage bill

The Raise the Wage Act of 2019 also would do away with the tipped minimum wage and the subminimum wage for workers with disabilities.

By Katie Clarey • Updated July 18, 2019

Survey: 33% of workers say they've played hooky

Workers' call-ins aren't always due to illness. Dissatisfaction with the workplace may be the motive.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Jan. 17, 2019

With the government shutdown still underway, affected workers turn to gig jobs

A report noted that more people are being swept up in what it calls "changing, and often deteriorating, workforce dynamics."

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Jan. 16, 2019

Pair of injunctions halt employer ACA contraceptive opt-out

The government will almost certainly appeal the ruling but employers' approach to contraceptive coverage is unlikely to change, regardless of the outcome.

By Ryan Golden • Jan. 15, 2019

Oh là là: Au pair agencies settle wage-fixing claim for $65M

Former employees alleged the employers colluded to pay au pairs below federal and state minimum wages.

By Katie Clarey • Jan. 14, 2019

Employers should keep an eye on harassment prevention, leave mandates, Paychex says

The human capital management services provider also flagged the gig economy and state healthcare reform as regulatory topics to watch this year. 

By Jennifer Carsen • Jan. 14, 2019

NYC mayor proposes 10 PTO days for private-sector workers

Employees would be able to use the time off for any purpose, including vacation, religious observance, bereavement or family time.

By Ryan Golden • Jan. 11, 2019

Despite rising wages, actual buying power decreased in 2018

Wages for blue-collar workers were hit the hardest, according to the PayScale report, while technology and marketing saw the most growth.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Jan. 11, 2019

New overtime rule headed for the White House

One source predicts the NPRM will propose a salary threshold in the low- to mid-$30,000s and will be ready for public comment in March.

By Kate Tornone • Updated Jan. 11, 2019

Laid-off Sears workers push for hardship fund

Employers may continue to see more laid-off workers fighting for hardship severance pay thanks to the success of the Toys R Us workers' campaign.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Jan. 10, 2019

Report: Employee experience will drive business success in 2019

Today's workers want more than just a paycheck, and employers will need to adjust to the mindset shift.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Jan. 10, 2019

Most US workers say wellness programs are a consideration in choosing a job

At the same time, one-fifth of companies don't offer health and wellness programs, according to OfficeTeam.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Jan. 9, 2019

Uber to pay $1.3M to settle its oldest nationwide misclassification suit

Employers have received little classification guidance from DOL, so it's important to understand how applicable courts test employee status.

By Katie Clarey • Jan. 9, 2019

ACA is still here: What you need to know for 2019

While employers are facing little immediate change, experts say it's important to remain vigilant.

By Pamela DeLoatch • Jan. 8, 2019

Microsoft tops list of most 'just' employers

Top-rated companies also pay fewer environmental, safety and EEOC fines, according to JUST Capital.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Jan. 4, 2019

Federal employees sue government over lack of pay during shutdown

Following the 2013 shutdown, a federal judge found FLSA violations and awarded workers twice their pay in damages.

By Morgan Fecto • Jan. 3, 2019