Comp & Benefits: Page 72
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Pay equity suit says Jones Day 'operates as a fraternity'
A female partner has alleged that, at one of the nation's largest law firms, men have better access to professional development opportunities and receive higher salaries.
By Lisa Burden • July 6, 2018 -
New bill would set aside $5B to pay Senate interns
Debate over the provision to pay Senate interns mirrors that of workplaces in the private sector.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • July 5, 2018 -
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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Amazon driver alleges widespread overtime violations
The employee, who worked for a contractor, says that Amazon should face liability as a joint employer.
By Lisa Burden • July 3, 2018 -
Mid-week Fourth of July vacations causing 1 in 5 managers stress
Half of the employees polled by Office Pulse plan to take vacation time around July 4, and many of those planning to return July 5 said they'll be "extra tired" or "hungover."
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • July 2, 2018 -
Opinion
What if we thought of our employees' families as assets?
The simple reality is that you don’t just hire an employee — you hire that individual's entire family, writes Torchlight CEO and founder Adam Goldberg.
By Adam Goldberg • July 2, 2018 -
Mental health conditions are on the rise, affecting 1 in 5 American adults
The increasing number of workers facing mental health issues has challenged employers' efforts to support workers while maintaining productivity, according to a new study.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • June 29, 2018 -
Healthcare world watches as Amazon makes moves
The company's acquisition of PillPack and its co-hiring of a prominent U.S. surgeon signal it's ready to respond to employer-held frustrations, sources said.
By Ryan Golden • June 29, 2018 -
Despite tight labor market, older workers say age remains a barrier to jobs
Only 3% of those who experienced age discrimination made a formal complaint in the workplace or to a government agency, EEOC says.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett , Kate Tornone • June 29, 2018 -
60% of working parents suffer from burnout
Employers have good reason to assist workers in maintaining work-life balance.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • June 28, 2018 -
Starbucks now covers cosmetic surgery for transgender employees
Procedures considered cosmetic, such as breast augmentation or facial feminization, often "aren't optional" for trans people, said Jamison Green, former president of WPATH.
By Kathryn Moody • June 27, 2018 -
Cigna plans nationwide curb of opioid addiction through prevention and treatment efforts
Companies are partnering with healthcare providers and communities to try and turn around opioid drug dependency.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • June 26, 2018 -
Supreme Court won't review tip pooling regs
The rules in question limit employers' ability to require that tipped employees share their gratuities with non-tipped employees.
By Kate Tornone • June 26, 2018 -
Young adults with degrees are the most financially stable under 35
Financial wellness is a growing area of focus for employers, as are education benefits — and the two are tied together in myriad ways, studies continue to confirm.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • June 26, 2018 -
5 numbers you need to know from the SHRM 2018 Employee Benefits Survey
Employers may not want to get too caught up in what their competitors are doing, one CHRO said during #SHRM18.
By Ryan Golden • June 20, 2018 -
National Business Group on Health urges employers to anticipate effects of opioid crisis
Before implementing a solution, an employer must determine the extent to which the epidemic has infiltrated the company.
By Katie Clarey • June 20, 2018 -
Facing pay equity pressure, employers move toward transparency
Social pressures are forcing employers to reconsider their compensation strategies, along with performance management programs.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • June 20, 2018 -
Over half of US workers have left jobs after finding better benefits offerings
Just over one third of employees in a new Randstad U.S. survey said they are satisfied with their benefits, but only 48% know all of their employer's offerings.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • June 19, 2018 -
HR's strategic role expands while admin role shrinks
Technology is helping HR professionals transition from largely data entry and maintenance overseers to human capital management strategists.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • June 19, 2018 -
Opinion
Healthcare and insurance industry consolidation: A bitter pill?
Big name mergers in the health insurance and pharmacy benefits industries might be bad news for healthcare consumers and employers, writes Greg Andrews, SVP, Corporate Synergies.
By Greg Andrews • June 15, 2018 -
Employees have access to mostly unhealthy foods at work, study shows
More employers are trying to ensure the worker experience in the office leads to healthy choices, but they may be setting themselves up for failure.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • June 15, 2018 -
Cheesecake Factory found partially liable in $4.57M wage theft case
The case involved 559 subcontracted janitors at eight California restaurants. Workers accumulated up to 10 hours of unpaid overtime per week, according to state officials.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • June 14, 2018 -
Discover employees can earn a bachelor's degree in new tuition-free program
Millennial employees, in particular, value development and will even leave their current employer for another that offers career growth, studies show.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • June 14, 2018 -
Big US companies bypassing insurers to cut healthcare costs
Will negotiating directly with providers lower costs and reduce the need for insurance companies and brokers?
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • June 13, 2018 -
SAP to offer early childhood development assistance as new benefit
Employers are increasingly attempting to improve engagement and retention with benefits that have personal value and significance to workers.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • June 12, 2018 -
Companies admit falling short of workers' expectations for family-friendly benefits
No employers in a Pacify survey said they were decreasing their investment in family benefits, pointing to its value.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • June 12, 2018