Comp & Benefits: Page 90
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Confusion between 'FMLA' and 'maternity leave' sends employer to trial
The employer never made clear that its maternity benefit — eight weeks of paid leave — would run concurrently with employees’ unpaid federal allotment.
By Kate Tornone • Aug. 11, 2017 -
DOL to delay remaining parts of fiduciary rule until July 2019
The 18-month extension could give the SEC a chance to weigh in, though some say this is another attempt at "death by delay."
By Kathryn Moody • Aug. 10, 2017 -
Trendline
Inside 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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Walmart Academy raises questions over who benefits from training programs
Worker training and education is good for retention and, often, for workers. But if the programs are too company-focused, does that help workers in the long run?
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Aug. 10, 2017 -
Oregon becomes first state to require predictive scheduling
The new law's requirements apply to employers in the retail, hospitality and food service industries.
By Kate Tornone • Aug. 10, 2017 -
Large employer healthcare costs could exceed $14K per worker in 2018
Employers' share of that cost could be as much as 70%. But innovation in the healthcare industry isn't slowing down.
By Ryan Golden , Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Aug. 9, 2017 -
Stop 'whining' about talent shortages and pay employees more, Fed official says
Will raising pay rates close the talent gap? A Federal Reserve official thinks so.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Aug. 9, 2017 -
4 ways to help workers prepare for retirement
"All About Retirement: An Employer Survey" found several steps employers can take to improve retirement security among workers.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Aug. 8, 2017 -
Deep Dive
Are caregiving benefits the next silver bullet for retention?
It’s estimated that over 65 million people, nearly 30% of the U.S. population, cares for a family member. On average, they devote 20 hours per week to caregiving.
By Riia O'Donnell • Aug. 8, 2017 -
At Trivago, employees don't have to come to work
Productivity is through the roof under Trivago's "stay home if you want" policy, according to its founder.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Aug. 8, 2017 -
Tyson Foods pays $5.8M in safety gear dispute
Employers continue to struggle with defining "compensable working time" under the FLSA.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Aug. 7, 2017 -
Deep Dive
When 'gigging' healthcare, providers must balance risk with cost
Independent contracting offers the promise of high-quality work at lower prices. But liability remains a thorn in the side of employers everywhere.
By Kathryn Moody • Aug. 7, 2017 -
Werk wants to help women find work flexibility without penalization
The woman-owned job board focuses specifically on women who may have been left out of workplace advancement due to caregiving responsibilities.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Aug. 7, 2017 -
Retirement balances are up — a sign that Americans are saving more
Economists have been warning about the perils of failing to save for retirement, and apparently workers are listening.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Aug. 4, 2017 -
Deep Dive
Predictive scheduling laws: Coming soon to a jurisdiction near you
The movement to make hourly workers' schedules fairer is still in its infancy, but big U.S. cities are already experimenting.
By Riia O'Donnell • Aug. 4, 2017 -
Employers are beginning to target back pain through wellness plans
Back pain is major drain on both healthcare plans and employee productivity.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Aug. 4, 2017 -
Deep Dive
Amazon Jobs Day: Why more than 20k showed up to apply
Thousands received offers by the end of the day. Amazon's benefits packages are a big reason for the turnout.
By Ryan Golden , Kate Patrick Macri • Aug. 3, 2017 -
Budgeted wage increases missed mark in 2017, but remained steady
Numbers from 2017 represent a four-year plateau, according to WorldatWork.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett , Kate Tornone • Aug. 2, 2017 -
$15 minimum wage is no barrier to booming hotel industry in SeaTac, WA
SeaTac was the first U.S. city to pass a $15-per-hour minimum wage back in 2013.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Aug. 2, 2017 -
61% of US workers think the 9-to-5 workday is a dinosaur
As more workplaces offer flexible schedules, timekeeping could be a challenge.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Aug. 2, 2017 -
Deep Dive
Employers move on as healthcare reform fails — for now
As open enrollment nears, employers need to set their sights on more important things than the healthcare reform "horse race," say analysts.
By Ryan Golden • Aug. 1, 2017 -
When a new company comes to town, employers must re-evaluate wages
Foxconn moving into Wisconsin has forced local businesses to take a second look at their wages. But largely, businesses there don't believe they'll need to adjust.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Aug. 1, 2017 -
High-performing employees take more time off than low-performers
Additionally, a more formal PTO plan leads to more time taken off than "unlimited" vacation plans.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Aug. 1, 2017 -
More employees are specifically searching for flexible work, Indeed says
The popularity of flexible work may make the balancing act of managing telecommuters' productivity and engagement worth it.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • July 31, 2017 -
Phased retirement could ward off a workplace 'brain drain'
It's a form of flexible retirement in which older workers’ hours are reduced over time until they reach full retirement.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • July 31, 2017 -
DOL: 58% of private employers now offer paid sick leave
Paid sick leave leads the growth in benefits, courtesy of state and municipal laws.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • July 28, 2017