Comp & Benefits: Page 132
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Worker reclassification might drive up workers' comp costs
If the trend of reclassifying contractors as full-time employees via litigation continues, overall cost of labor could increase.
By Tom Starner • Aug. 7, 2015 -
Abercrombie & Fitch dumps 'on-call' scheduling
Yesterday, the retail chain announced it would begin to eliminate "on-call" shifts so employees can maintain better work/life balance.
By Tom Starner • Aug. 7, 2015 -
Explore the Trendline➔
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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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Netflix parental leave not offered to all employees
Turns out, only streaming employees get that amazing leave perk.
By Tom Starner • Aug. 7, 2015 -
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SEC to public companies: Show me the money (ratio)
Public companies must provide investors with a ratio comparing the median pay of their workforce to their CEO's compensation
By Tom Starner • Aug. 6, 2015 -
White House drafts paid sick leave order for federal contractors
The executive order reflects a sick leave policy that Obama and the Democrats would like to see enacted nationwide.
By Kathryn Moody • Aug. 6, 2015 -
Netflix announces 'unlimited' maternity and paternity leave policy
With it, Netflix becomes a national leader in offering parental leave.
By Kathryn Moody • Aug. 5, 2015 -
Pre-tax HRAs possible again under proposed legislation
There may be relief for small businesses concerning the employer mandate if the law passes.
By Tom Starner • Aug. 4, 2015 -
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Will merger-mania help cure rising healthcare costs?
With two mega-mergers in the works, the New York Times explores whether the deals will reduce healthcare costs or if only the merged behemoths will benefit.
By Tom Starner • Aug. 4, 2015 -
CEO's out-of-the-box comp plan hits rough waters
Gravity Payments CEO Dan Price caused quite a stir in the business world when he made the minimum salary at his company $70,000.
By Tom Starner • Aug. 3, 2015 -
Employee compensation, wages at a standstill
While many believe the economy has recovered from the recession, economists are not seeing the signs of recovery in the competition for talent.
By Tom Starner • Aug. 3, 2015 -
How Netflix used benefits to adapt to "new world of work"
The secret to reinventing HR may lie in benefits. One expert thinks HR leaders should take a look at what Netflix is doing.
By Tom Starner • Aug. 3, 2015 -
How does Zappos determine salary in a "flat workplace?"
Zappos remains one of the most enigmatic employers in the U.S. with its adherence to "Holacracy," a management strategy with no job titles or hierarchy.
By Tom Starner • July 31, 2015 -
ERISA class action threatens employers who avoid ACA by cutting hours
Employers used to be able to adjust worker hours to reduce benefit costs. A new class action lawsuit could end that practice.
By Tom Starner • July 31, 2015 -
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Employers, workers have major perception gap over benefits
A serious disconnect exists between how employers and employees see the value of benefits, according to a recent report.
By Tom Starner • July 30, 2015 -
Snoozing at work can boost productivity, study says
Allowing sleeping on the job in the form of a quick afternoon nap may be a good way to prevent bad decisions and employee discontent.
By Tom Starner • July 30, 2015 -
Pay gap widens as top workers earn more raises
Despite consistent job growth, the pay gap continues to widen between top performers and the rest of the workforce.
By Tom Starner • July 29, 2015 -
Economists still unsure how minimum wage increase would affect economy
Debate has sparked since New York proposed a $15 minimum wage increase for fast food workers last week.
By Kathryn Moody • July 28, 2015 -
HR may need to tap brokers to maximize employee benefit decisions
Don't assume that your employees have the insurance and retirement equation figured out.
By Tom Starner • July 27, 2015 -
How one Silicon Valley company made strides toward gender equality
Salesforce, a cloud CRM services provider, is trying to right the ship. But it's not easy once you have most of your workforce in place.
By Tom Starner • July 27, 2015 -
Will the 'Cadillac Tax' survive the upcoming traffic jam?
The excise tax for employer-sponsored healthcare plans is a non-starter for both employers and unions alike.
By Tom Starner • July 24, 2015 -
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Survey: Currency exchange rates wreak havoc on bonuses
A recent survey from Towers Watson reveals the great uncertainty employers face when determining bonuses on a global level.
By Tom Starner • July 24, 2015 -
On-demand workforce may require a new kind of safety net
With more and more workers opting into freelancing, a writer at Forbes believes it's time to adjust the outdated benefits systems we have in place today.
By Tom Starner • July 24, 2015 -
Experts offer options for adjusting to new DOL overtime rules
No one is certain how the new rule will affect all job markets -- particularly in retail and hospitality -- but some experts have tips for HR.
By Tom Starner • July 24, 2015 -
Deep Dive
Expert: Companies should wait and see on SEC 'clawback' rule
Executive compensation may be affected by the proposed rules, but there is more to consider yet.
By Tom Starner • July 23, 2015 -
Three reactions to Clinton's profit sharing plan
Some say it could help the middle class, while others think it won't solve any of the underlying issues.
By Tom Starner • July 23, 2015
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