Investigation launched after workers' FMLA request keeps claim alive

Adverse employment actions with timing close to leave requests can be evidence of interference, a federal district court ruling illustrates.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Nov. 28, 2017

Every day is payday with app-based payroll service

Big names like McDonald's and Uber have opted for a voluntary app that allows employees to access their paycheck the day they work.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Nov. 28, 2017

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Inside the rapidly changing world of employee benefits

Healthcare costs are climbing and employee needs are changing. How can HR professionals adapt?

By HR Dive staff

Genetic testing benefits gain traction, but only when the results remain private

Growing consumer curiosity regarding genetic cancer and pre-natal screenings could be generating interest in testing as an employment benefit, but employers can't forget about GINA.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Nov. 28, 2017

DOL delays ERISA rule change for disability insurance plans by 90 days

The final rule governing employee disability benefits governed by ERISA will go into effect April 1, 2018.

By Ryan Golden • Nov. 27, 2017

Changes, trends and best practices for 401k administration in 2018

HR must understand 2018 changes to 401ks, but it's just as important to ensure that your workforce understands what you're offering and how to meet their current and future needs.

By Pamela DeLoatch • Nov. 27, 2017

OSHA pushes back electronic filing deadline by 2 weeks

The measure, also called the "recordkeeping rule," won't be enforced until Dec. 15 — and more changes could be on the way.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Nov. 27, 2017

Health benefits remain a key engagement tool despite looming regulatory change

But affordability is still a sticking point, meaning many employers have had to make changes to their offerings.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Nov. 22, 2017

Hilton's latest employee benefit: high school diplomas

Beyond diplomas, the program also offers employees credentialed career certificates in retail, customer service and transportation.

By Riia O'Donnell • Nov. 21, 2017

Willis Towers Watson updates defined benefits lingo

The firm urges employers to consider updated definitions for terms like "fiduciary duty" in order to better reflect the strategic value of retirement plans.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Nov. 21, 2017

Oregon's state-sponsored retirement plan faces backlash, lawsuit

The plan has reportedly helped participants save about $200,000 since July, but some businesses aren't thrilled about the accompanying administrative costs.

By Ryan Golden , Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Nov. 21, 2017

Court OKs 'mind-numbingly complex' pay averaging plan

FLSA minimum-wage requirements can be met by looking at an employee's entire workweek rather than each individual hour worked, the 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals has ruled.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Nov. 20, 2017

Google for Jobs will show job listings' salary info

The company says it will pull info from Glassdoor and others to show potential applicants what jobs listed on the site might pay.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Nov. 20, 2017

Do employees really want the company holiday party?

According to a new Randstad survey, maybe not. 90% of employees say they would swap the annual party for bonuses or PTO.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Nov. 17, 2017

Health and wellness plans fall short of workers' expectations

Voluntary benefits and better tech could be the answers for coverage-starved employees and cost-conscious employers.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Nov. 16, 2017

Employers should be liable for sitting-related health problems, researchers say

Holding employers responsible could force them to rethink office designs, according to a new report.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett , Kate Tornone • Nov. 16, 2017

Senate, in break with House, targets retirement funds, stock options in tax reform proposal

Tech executives have been especially critical of the bill, which would tax employees on their private company shares before an IPO.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Nov. 15, 2017

Men are more likely to use child care, PTO benefits

A new study shows that men are more satisfied with, and make more use of, benefits like flexible scheduling.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Nov. 15, 2017

Judge rules in favor of teens who noticed 25-cent wage disparity

EEOC filed a lawsuit alleging that Pizza Studio violated the Pay Equity Act when it offered a female applicant 25 cents less per hour than her male friend — and then rescinded both offers when she complained.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Nov. 15, 2017

Spotify rolls out flexible holiday program

Spotify's employees now can observe holidays that reflect their culture, religion or lifestyle.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Nov. 14, 2017

Fog Creek to give workers paid 'climate leave' during severe weather

The policy will include up to five days of paid leave for extreme environmental conditions, with extra time permitted in the event of a state of emergency declaration.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Nov. 14, 2017

3 takeaways from the EEOC commissioners on EEO-1s, leave and arbitration

At the American Bar Association's Labor and Employment Law Conference, EEOC Commissioners Lipnic and Feldblum discussed the commission's stance on pressing issues for employers.

By Ryan Golden • Nov. 14, 2017

Ex-White House economic adviser finds 'lost' link between productivity and wages

A Harvard economics study claims wage growth has steadily increased alongside a hike in worker productivity — depending on the industry measured.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Nov. 13, 2017

Older workers have low unemployment, but hold low-paying jobs

Older women are more likely than older men to hold those low-paying jobs, and they have less saved for retirement.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Nov. 13, 2017

Forrester: Companies will pay 20% more for in-demand tech talent in 2018

Additionally, the firm predicts 20% of CEOs will put their companies at risk by not acting on digital transformation.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Nov. 10, 2017

Second attempt at Illinois salary history ban fails

The Illinois Senate attempted to override the governor's veto of its salary history ban Thursday but couldn't muster the votes.

By Kate Tornone • Nov. 9, 2017