PPP helped some employers but more action is needed, researchers say

The researchers stopped short of drawing conclusions on the program’s effectiveness.

By Aman Kidwai • Nov. 12, 2020

Biden could bring overtime rule redo, expanded benefits mandate

The presumptive president-elect also could resurrect the EEOC's pay-data reporting program "fairly quickly," according to one attorney.

By Ryan Golden • Nov. 12, 2020

Explore the Trendline➔

Inside the rapidly changing world of employee benefits

As employers prioritize retention, benefits remain a crucial piece of business’ employee value propositions.

By HR Dive staff

Employers expect financial wellness programs to boost the bottom line — but there's no way to measure that, EBRI says

Regardless, some may soon feel that such benefits are "simply another cost of doing business," one source said.

By Kate Tornone • Nov. 12, 2020

Kavanaugh, Roberts signal support for ACA without mandate in pivotal case

During oral arguments on the case before the Supreme Court Tuesday, the justices pointed to the court's preference for removing provisions that are unconstitutional without striking down the entirety of a law.

By Samantha Liss • Nov. 11, 2020

DOL: Employees must be paid for viewing training webinars during work hours

Attendance at training programs and similar activities need not be counted as working time, so long as four criteria are met, the agency noted.

By Ryan Golden • Nov. 10, 2020

The unprecedented push for Election Day benefits in 2020

As employers spoke out on social issues, many also encouraged employees to vote and improved benefits allowing them to do so.

By Aman Kidwai • Nov. 4, 2020

HR execs say supporting families is about culture — not just benefits

When employers prioritize workers' needs, it helps take care of customers in the long run, The Home Depot's Debbie McKinley said during a recent panel.

By Ryan Golden • Nov. 4, 2020

States vote 'yes' on marijuana, paid leave in meaningful election for HR

In California, voters approved an initiative to keep gig workers independent contractors, while those in Colorado approved a paid family and medical leave program.

By Ryan Golden • Nov. 4, 2020

10 ballot measures to watch: Voters to weigh in on paid leave, marijuana

Ten measures in eight states could answer significant HR questions — and potentially open the door for others.

By Ryan Golden • Oct. 29, 2020

CVS exec: COVID-19 testing 'should be only one tool' in workplace reopening strategies

In a Q&A, Dr. Sree Chaguturu, senior VP at CVS Health and chief medical officer of CVS Caremark, described the state of workplace testing nationwide.

By Ryan Golden • Oct. 29, 2020

Latinas experience lifetime earning gap compared to White men, report says

There hasn't been much change in the wage gap in 30 years for Latinas, research shows.

By Sheryl Estrada • Oct. 29, 2020

DOL: Kansas Best Western denied paid sick leave to 13 workers with COVID-19

The FFCRA remains in effect only until the end of the year and employers may need to plan now for 2021.

By Kate Tornone • Oct. 28, 2020

IRS won't increase employee 401(k) contribution limits for 2021

Employers have long struggled to encourage employee participation in retirement accounts — and many feel an increasing responsibility to do so.

By Kate Tornone • Oct. 27, 2020

Political tension in the workplace is up, HR pros say

Few have set guidelines on communicating about politics at work — "and that's a problem," said SHRM's president and CEO.

By Lisa Burden • Oct. 26, 2020

In final debate, Trump and Biden clash on healthcare, minimum wage

The in-person debate began with questions regarding COVID-19 strategies and eventually touched on "Bidencare" and racism.

By Kathryn Moody • Oct. 23, 2020

Who's linking executive compensation to D&I progress?

As employers formulate answers to the nationwide call for racial equality, many have boosted their diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives.

Oct. 22, 2020

Where the presidential candidates stand on workplace issues

HR Dive is providing an ongoing comparison of the nominees' platforms on topics such as employee compensation and benefits.

By HR Dive staff • Updated Oct. 23, 2020

5 stories that explore the new definition of ‘wellness’

"Wellness" took on a whole new meaning this year, with employers racing to support workers facing a pandemic and all of the disruptions it created.

By Kate Tornone • Oct. 15, 2020

Indeed to permit permanent remote work after COVID-19 restrictions are lifted

After allowing employees to remain remote through July 2021, the recruiting software company joined other businesses in reconsidering its work model.

By Aman Kidwai • Oct. 9, 2020

Most employers won't turn to healthcare cost shifting in 2021, Mercer says

Months into a public health crisis, the outlook for employer-sponsored healthcare could shift significantly due to deferred care.

By Ryan Golden • Oct. 8, 2020

Starbucks partners with Lyft to drive employees to vote

The coffee chain's 200,000 U.S. employees will receive a free, one-way ride worth up to $75 to the polls on Election Day.

By Alicia Kelso • Oct. 8, 2020

California to require employers to report pay data in 2021

The law follows the EEOC's 2019 decision not to renew its pay data collection process.

By Ryan Golden • Oct. 7, 2020

Resource Actions: Would you pay a candidate for time spent interviewing?

Twitter users confronted the question after a blogger said she received a $150 stipend for her application and interview.

By Ryan Golden , Kathryn Moody • Oct. 2, 2020

Fitness benefits moved online during COVID-19 — but will they stay there?

Companies largely haven't cut back on fitness classes, citing cultural and employee-health concerns as cause for continued investment, sources said.

By Ryan Golden • Oct. 1, 2020

Fed employee furloughs on pause with new spending bill

The law, signed Thursday, also provides relief for federal contractors amid the COVID-19 pandemic.

By Sheryl Estrada • Oct. 1, 2020