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1 in 5 LGBTQ workers is afraid to take caregiver leave because it might disclose their identity
Human Rights Campaign says this data highlights the need for a federal nondiscrimination law protecting workers from adverse employment actions based on LGBTQ identity.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Feb. 8, 2018 -
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Health coverage the biggest reason for staying at current job, 56% of employees say
Among the types of coverage, prescription drug benefits ranked highest in an AHIP survey, followed by preventative care and emergency services.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Feb. 8, 2018 -
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TrendlineInside the rapidly changing world of employee benefits
As employers prioritize retention, benefits remain a crucial piece of business’ employee value propositions.
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OpinionThe new differentiator in voluntary benefits: Student debt repayment
Student debt perks stand out to younger generations during the hiring process and can improve retention rates, benefits consultant Nicholas Park writes.
By Nicholas Park • Feb. 8, 2018 -
New minimum wage study disputes theory that increases harm workers
An analysis of 137 minimum-wage increases that have occurred since 1979 shows that the end result may be good news for workers — or at least not bad news.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Feb. 7, 2018 -
WHD faces audit over handling of tip pool regulations
After senior officials allegedly scrapped an analysis showing that a rule change could allow employers to pocket workers' tips, the agency announced an internal investigation.
By Kate Tornone • Feb. 7, 2018 -
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Employers are discussing salary earlier in the hiring process
Staffing firm Robert Half also reports that only 39% of workers negotiate pay, and those most likely to do so are young, male and living in New York.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Feb. 6, 2018 -
Lyft extends its transit benefit to more commuters nationwide
Lyft and rival Uber are among a growing number of private transportation firms that are positioned to serve riders from timeworn, big-city public transit systems.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Feb. 6, 2018 -
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Deep DiveWhat you need to know about compliance
Compliance is a big part of what HR does. And whether you're new to the job or a seasoned pro, we’ve got something for you.
By Kate Tornone • Feb. 6, 2018 -
Study: Preventive dental care saves employers money, allows for better benefits negotiation
Although high use of preventive services cost 39% more than low preventive use during a six-year period, employers spent 86% less on major restorative services.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Feb. 5, 2018 -
Half of employers plan to address the skills gap by improving the employee experience
Beating the competition for talent in 2018 begins in the workplace, said Randstad Sourceright's CEO in announcing a new report.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Feb. 5, 2018 -
Jobless rate could dip to 3.5% in 2019, forcing employers to raise wages
If rates dip as low as one analyst predicts, they could hit a record seen only twice since labor records began in 1948.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Feb. 2, 2018 -
Lowe's joins other major retailers by introducing paid parental leave
The retailer was one of the few paid leave hold-outs on a recent list of hourly employers compiled by The New York Times.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Feb. 2, 2018 -
Report: DOL scrapped unfavorable internal analysis of tip pooling change
An initial analysis showed workers would lose out on billions in gratuities if DOL rescinded the Obama-era rule, according to Bloomberg BNA. Though revisions to the report estimated less impact, DOL refused to release it anyway, sources said.
By Ryan Golden • Feb. 2, 2018 -
'National Plan for Vacation Day' aims to cut down on 662M unused vacation days
Event organizer Project: Time Off previously found that 40% of workers don't take time off to which they're entitled.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Feb. 1, 2018 -
The best workplaces for commuters offer remote work, bike storage
As more employers consider the holistic nature of wellness, the commute is getting a second look.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Feb. 1, 2018 -
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Deep DiveDoes Amazon alliance signal employers will finally get serious about healthcare costs?
This isn't the first time major U.S. employers have tested the increasingly fraught waters of more direct healthcare management.
By Daphne Howland , Kathryn Moody , Ryan Golden • Jan. 31, 2018 -
Wages aren't keeping pace with inflation, Glassdoor reports
The annual median base pay in the U.S. has grown only 0.9% year-over-year to $51,364.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Jan. 31, 2018 -
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Amazon, JPM, Berkshire form independent health company
The corporate giants gave few details but said the initial focus will be on technology solutions to provide their stateside employees with "high-quality and transparent healthcare at a reasonable cost."
By Shannon Muchmore • Jan. 30, 2018 -
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HDHP adoption rates rise, especially among higher-paid employees
Those with larger incomes don't seem to mind the higher deductibles, especially as HSAs and voluntary benefits continue their growth.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Jan. 30, 2018 -
EasyJet CEO cuts his salary to match female predecessor's
EasyJet has a gender pay gap of 51.7% — caused not by pay disparity, but a lack of women pilots, according to the announcement.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Jan. 30, 2018 -
Workers want a raise — a $6K raise, to be exact
A new survey shows that many workers feel their performance merits a raise, and they plan to ask for one this year.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Jan. 29, 2018 -
Bill would extend Title VII to protect gig workers
Meanwhile, Uber's CEO joined a local union president in asking Washington state to create 'portable benefits' for the state's contingent workers.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Jan. 29, 2018 -
Opinion
Why on-site fitness centers are making a comeback as a key recruiting tool
Despite technological advances and an increasingly mobile, virtual workforce, employees still prefer live, human interactions in their well-being program.
By Ann Wyatt • Jan. 29, 2018 -
While confident in employer healthcare plans, employees rate health system poorly
A new study from EBRI shows that healthcare costs continue to strain many American workers, and employers are doing what they can to assist.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Jan. 26, 2018 -
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More employers offering paid parental leave to hourly workers
Traditionally, such benefits were only offered to salaried employees, but a tough talent market is changing the practice.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Jan. 26, 2018
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