Workers report sex, naps, phone calls in company lactation rooms

It's a reminder for HR to develop clear policies for how private spaces are used as offices move toward the open floor plan model.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • June 13, 2017

Wall Street looking to include humanities graduates among future hires

The finance industry, already highly automated, needs 'soft skills' along with STEM know-how.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • June 12, 2017

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A deep dive into the future of work

With shifting employee expecations and the sudden ubiquity of AI, uncertainity is the only certainty in the future of work, workforce experts say. But there are steps HR can take to cope.

By HR Dive staff

Social media outlet NowThis allegedly uses non-competes for entry-level staff

The use of non-compete agreements for low level staff in an industry like media shows how far their use is spreading — despite legal backlash.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • June 12, 2017

Gartner: 40% of employers to offer 'Summer Fridays' this season

Workers get more fun in the sun this year. The 2017 study showed a 20% increase over the percentage of employers that offered Summer Fridays in 2015.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • June 12, 2017

Study: 10 years after an injury, workers receive 88% of earnings and income benefits

A new WCRI study sheds light on how to evaluate the adequacy of workers' comp programs.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett , Liza Casabona • June 9, 2017

Chipotle workers sue over company's interpretation of FLSA overtime ruling

The case raises a potential wrinkle in a federal judge's injunction of wage threshold rule changes last year.

By Ryan Golden • June 9, 2017

Worker confidence rises for five consecutive quarters

More employees are feeling confident about pay raises and promotions, but trust in leadership has slipped somewhat.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • June 9, 2017

Poll: 43% of employees use instant messaging tools on the job

Skype and Facebook Messenger are the most widely used. Over half of respondents are concerned about their privacy when using such apps.

By Ryan Golden , Valerie Bolden-Barrett • June 9, 2017

2nd Circuit Court seeks EEOC opinion on sexual orientation bias under Title VII

The somewhat unusual move may signal that the 2nd Circuit is looking for a way to reconsider the original ruling against the plaintiff.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • June 8, 2017

GE's self-managed teams are raising productivity, employee satisfaction

'Teaming' lets GE employees — not managers — decide how work gets done.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • June 8, 2017

Employee recognition programs are largely considered a 'workforce investment'

WorldatWork defines recognition as a "spontaneous gesture of thanks" or a structured recognition program that acknowledges employees reaching their goals.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • June 8, 2017

DOL rolls back joint employer rule, giving employers some clarity

However, the NLRB's stance remains unchanged and states continue to create regulations on the topic, potentially setting an enforcement trap for employers.

By Kathryn Moody • June 8, 2017

Memphis is first U.S. city to offer college debt reduction plan to workers

The plan, announced Thursday, will give city employees a $50 per month contribution towards principal repayment.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • June 8, 2017

Seeing the light: How office designers are finding ways to boost productivity

From layout to lighting, employers are revamping their workspaces to improve employee productivity, encourage collaboration and attract top talent.

By Kim Slowey • June 8, 2017

Uber gives more than 20 employees the axe in ongoing harassment probe

Since the sexual harassment scandal broke, several executives have left the company, including the heads of finance, growth, engineering and policy and communications. 

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • June 7, 2017

Just two payroll errors can cause 49% of employees to start job hunting

Paycheck problems affect 82 million U.S. workers, or 54% of the American workforce. 

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • June 7, 2017

School is in session this summer for Colorado marijuana workers

A course sponsored by state agencies will train workers in the nascent industry on safety hazards, pesticide application and other worker protection laws.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • June 7, 2017

EEOC wins case against NJ employer that rescinded pregnant employee's promotion

The employee alleged that the firm took back the promotion because ownership didn't think she'd be able to handle the stress of her new role.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • June 6, 2017

T. Rowe Price: Employers committed to workers' 401k plans well into retirement

A variety of HR strategies can help drive successful retirement outcomes for employees, a study reveals.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • June 6, 2017

1 in 3 workers say their personal finances are distracting at work

Financial woes plague 85% of workers, a good reason for employers to sponsor financial well-being plans. 

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • June 6, 2017

Are employers dropping the ball on benefits communication?

With proper planning, budgeting and employee input, employers leverage communications technology to improve how they share benefits information.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • June 5, 2017

Wearables are changing workers' health and lifestyles

The level of integration wearables have into consumers life was unimaginable 20 years ago. Today wearables are reshaping the health and wellness landscape.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • June 5, 2017

Remote workers may be scattered, but their benefits don't have to be

New solutions — from podcasts to Twitter chats — seek to make things easier and more accessible for a growing part of the workforce.

By Ryan Golden • June 5, 2017

Appeals court knocks down Whole Foods' ban on electronic recording

The decision showed that employees' rights under the NLRA are still vital. 

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • June 5, 2017

Oregon is the latest state to sign pay equity into law

But if local employers can demonstrate that they've done two things, the bill's provisions do give them some reprieve from accusations.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • June 5, 2017