InterWest Insurance Services

JANUARY 5, 2023

this year, the tight labor market is forcing employers to prioritize enhancing benefits over cost-cutting measures, according to a new report by Mercer. Also, with mental health a top concern for workers, employers are seeking out benefits and plans that include virtual mental health services to make it easier to access care.

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Achievers

NOVEMBER 20, 2018

Research findings from Find Courses’ 2018 Report sheds new insight into the current state of L&D. Employment is evolving! Learn about the current state of the professional training industry and get more useful advice on engaging your workforce with Find Courses’ 2018 Report. Recognize the Importance of L&D.

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HR Digest

MARCH 22, 2021

Employer Branding can be termed as the identity of a business or enterprise. It is also defined as “The package of functional, economical and psychological benefits provided by employment, and identified by the employing company.” A strong employer brand is necessary if you want top-of-the-drawer talent and repeat customers.

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Employment Media Benefit Providers Recruitment 88

Total Employee Benefits

NOVEMBER 2, 2021

In 2018, employers spent $300 billion annually for health care and missed work days due to workplace stress. The good news is there are many ways employers can take steps to help manage stress in the workplace. In this blog post, we will explore some ways employers can encourage stress management in their company culture today!

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Employee Benefits

FEBRUARY 24, 2022

Its findings, derived from its Ethnicity pay gap database, also revealed that only four businesses have reported their ethnicity pay gap every year from 2018 to 2021. Sector analysis highlighted that since 2018, hospitality and leisure (0.41%), manufacturing (0.41%) and energy and utilities (1.23%) have the lowest rate of reporting.

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HR Bartender

FEBRUARY 20, 2018

According to LinkedIn’s Global Recruiting Trends Report 2018 , fifty-six percent (56%) of talent professionals say that new interview tools and methods are changing the way they hire. Both the company and the candidate would get a real sense of what the employment relationship would be like. Think of this like a realistic job preview.

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Best Money Moves

NOVEMBER 9, 2021

Here’s why financial wellness resonates with employers and employees. The turmoil the pandemic caused has resonating effects and has increased the need for employer-based financial wellness programs. Employers that add financial wellness benefits can see positive improvements in productivity from their employees as well.

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cipHR

FEBRUARY 26, 2018

million disabled people are in employment. Nearly half (49%) of employers surveyed for LinkedIn’s Global Recruiting Trends 2018 said they focus on diversity to better represent their customers. It’ll boost your employer brand. It was updated in February 2018 for freshness, accuracy and clarity.

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HR Digest

JANUARY 21, 2024

Workplace sexual harassment remains a pervasive issue in the United States, with West Virginia leading the nation in claims filed with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC). charges filed per 100,000 residents between 2018 and 2021. In 2018, there were 218 charges filed, but by 2021, that number had plummeted to just 40.

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Mining Commissions Employment IT 98

Florida Regulatory Workers' Compensation News

DECEMBER 3, 2018

The Florida Department of Economic Opportunity has determined the statewide average weekly wage paid by employers subject to the Florida Reemployment Assistance Program Law to be $939.41 for the four calendar quarters ending June 30, 2018. Section 440.12(2),

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Employment 100

cipHR

JULY 9, 2020

From the snapshot date and reporting deadline, to where to view other employers’ reports, here’s everything you need to know about gender pay gap reporting. Around 6% of organisations that had to publicly report their gender pay gap figures for 2017 did so after the spring 2018 deadline. What data has to be submitted? in 2017-18.

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HR Bartender

JANUARY 21, 2018

Pre-Employment Tests Can Help HR Hire Faster (and Better). Pre-employment tests can help HR hire faster and better. In 2018, there’s no doubt that organizations will need to make investments into their talent acquisition strategy and processes. You can find talent acquisition bottlenecks to keep your pipeline flowing.

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Employee Benefits

JANUARY 10, 2023

A Glasgow employment tribunal heard that the charity was accused of the unfair dismissal and breach of contract of S Mutter, its lead practitioner in criminal justice services, following a row over breast reduction surgery, which was recommended to her by an NHS surgeon.

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Money Talk

APRIL 14, 2022

Here are 12 tax topics to consider: Itemized Deductions- Only about 10% of taxpayers can itemize since the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act went into effect in 2018. Tax-Deferred Investing - One way to avoid a higher tax bracket is to increase tax-deductible contributions to an employer retirement plan (e.g., 401(k), 403(b), 457, TSP).

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Taxes Family and Medical Leave Act 401(k) Deductions 189

Florida Regulatory Workers' Compensation News

FEBRUARY 20, 2019

The Division of Investigative and Forensic Services, Bureau of Workers’ Compensation Fraud and the Division of Workers' Compensation, Bureau of Compliance issued a joint report summarizing their respective efforts and activities in combating workers' compensation fraud and employer non-compliance.

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Workers’ Compensation Employment 100

Employee Benefits

AUGUST 22, 2023

Clare Jackson had been working as a band six senior haematology research nurse at the hospital for five years when a directorate restructuring involving more than 20 nurses was ordered in 2018 to save around £600,000. After missing out on a band six post during the restructuring, Jackson was down-banded to band five.

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Hospitality Employee Benefits Employment Taxes 98

The Workcomp Writer

FEBRUARY 11, 2022

In a case arising out of a tragic and bizarre 2017 multiple-shooting incident at a New York hospital, a state appellate court reversed a decision of the Empire State’s Workers’ Compensation Board that earlier found a first-year medical resident’s injuries from a gunshot wound arose out of and in the course of his employment [ Matter of Timperio v.

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Hospitality Employment Workers’ Compensation Medical 72

InterWest Insurance Services

MAY 16, 2024

The dip, while seemingly small, represents millions of workers that have opted for other plans as employers are offering a greater variety of plans to their employees, including preferred provider organizations (PPOs) and health maintenance organizations. Employers can also contribute to the account.

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401(k) Deductions Deductible Health Savings Account 98

HR Bartender

MARCH 30, 2018

Udemy sent me their 2018 Workplace Distraction Report and I thought it was a super interesting read. Other activities that employers could do to help reduce workplace distractions include flexible scheduling and “no meeting” days. However, it’s important for organizations to realize it can also contribute to workplace distractions.

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Technology Employment IT Media 110

Achievers

FEBRUARY 17, 2019

Skills gap If workers have not kept up with continuing education or evolving skills needed in their industries, their current skills may no longer hold value in today’s employment market. Do you have a plan for the workforce transition? And do you know the parties involved? Do you have any thoughts on this article? Share your comments below.

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PTO Employee Retention Education Management 129

InterWest Insurance Services

JUNE 6, 2024

The dip, while seemingly small, represents millions of workers that have opted for other plans as employers are offering a greater variety of plans to their employees, including preferred provider organizations (PPOs) and health maintenance organizations. Employers can also contribute to the account.

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401(k) Deductions Deductible Health Savings Account 96

The Workcomp Writer

DECEMBER 29, 2021

Claimant, who had a long career as a firefighter, filed a claim for workers’ compensation benefits in 2018, alleging that he suffered PTSD brought on by “countless horrific, work-related emergency situations” that he had encountered during his long career. The board had broad discretion, but it could not ignore uncontradicted medical opinion.

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Medical Workers’ Compensation Employment IT 126

cipHR

JULY 14, 2020

Between 2012 and 2018 , employees in the black African, Caribbean, or black British, other, and white other ethnic groups on average earned 5-10% less than their white British counterparts. In today’s day and age, people want more to be done to improve diversity , inclusion, and unfair pay. The impact of greater transparency.

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Patriot Software

OCTOBER 13, 2022

Deciding whether a worker is an employee or independent contractor has been largely left up to the employer’s discretion. Thanks to California’s 2018 court ruling, workers are now presumed to be employees. If you think that employers in California are the only ones affected […] READ MORE. Not anymore.

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Employment Payroll 96

HR Bartender

OCTOBER 16, 2018

Our friends at Kronos are hosting an HR & Payroll eSymposium on Wednesday, November 14, 2018 from 10 a.m. Wage and Hour Done Right: The exempt versus non-exempt employee classification issue continues to be a common area of confusion among employers, and it’s important for you to know and follow the rules for properly paying workers.

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cipHR

OCTOBER 2, 2018

Here are four key areas employers should be focusing on. The 2017 Skills and Employment Survey, released in October 2018, found that although British people are working harder and faster than ever , their productivity continues to stagnate. It was updated in October 2018 for freshness, clarity and accuracy.

Engineering 23

Engineering Technology Employment IT 23

Employee Benefits

AUGUST 12, 2024

Henderson, who suffered from a condition causing insomnia and brain fog, took her employer to the employment tribunal on the grounds of disability discrimination. She was signed off sick in October 2018 and could not predict when she would return to work because of her fibromyalgia, which caused extreme tiredness and pain.

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HR Bartender

APRIL 24, 2018

Just in case you missed it, during the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) Talent Conference, they announced a new specialty credential in talent acquisition that will launch in June 2018. Think employment brand. If you’re wondering what a specialty credential is, think of it as sort of a micro credential.

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Human Resources Recruitment Management Employment 139

Achievers

AUGUST 3, 2020

In fact, Forbes magazine named Cox Automotive to its first-ever list of America’s Best Employers for Diversity in 2018. lists for the top 50 companies for veterans and LGBT employees in 2018. To address their why, hows, and whats, Cox Automotive has built a unique workforce that reflects the communities they serve.

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Family and Medical Leave Act Healthcare Health Employee Recognition 261

Employee Benefits

APRIL 22, 2024

Scottish Environment Protection Agency and FTI Consulting have been shortlisted for Best financial wellbeing strategy – small employer at the Employee Benefits Awards 2024. It celebrates employers that improved and assisted their employees’ financial wellbeing during 2023.

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Consulting Employment Entertainment Media 59

InterWest Insurance Services

APRIL 27, 2023

Overall rates for employers with 10 or fewer employees saw their family plan health insurance premiums jump 12% from 2021, compared to just 5.4% Since 2018, individual premiums have increased by 21% while family premiums have increased by 18%. Overall, more than half of SMB employees opt out of their employer-sponsored coverage.

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Health Insurance Insurance Out of Pocket Cost Deductions 98

Employee Benefits

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

Law firm DWF, financial services firm Citigroup and banking group Natwest have been named as some of the top family-friendly employers in the UK. Working Families, a national charity for working parents and carers, established the list 14 years ago and each year assesses employers from a range of sectors using its Working Families’ Benchmark.

Employment 59

Employment Banking Employee Benefits IT 59

HR Digest

JULY 10, 2020

The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) saw 76,000+ discrimination charges filed in the year 2018, with a majority of them stating that more than one-half of the cases were retaliation cases against the employer. The employer can give different reasons and block advancements which are forms of workplace retaliation.

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Commissions Employment Management IT 95

HR Bartender

FEBRUARY 22, 2022

Ensuring employees are paid in a secure, efficient, and timely manner is one of the fundamental roles of an employer. That includes compliance with employment tax payment and reporting rules with each of the various local, state, and federal agencies to avoid penalties. Wage Garnishment Landscape: Through the Lens of the Employer ”.

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Employee Benefits

OCTOBER 16, 2023

Its scheme is governed by a trustee board formed from independent, member-nominated and employer-nominated trustee directors. In July 2021, the trustee decided to further de-risk the scheme by completing a third bulk annuity purchase, following ones completed in 2015 and 2018.

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HR Bartender

APRIL 13, 2018

(Editor’s Note: This article is an excerpt from my new book, “ The Recruiter’s Handbook: A Complete Guide for Sourcing, Selecting, and Engaging the Best Talent “ (SHRM, 2018) SHRM members can order a discounted copy at the SHRMStore. Organizations with a candidate experience strategy in place realize the work isn’t over.

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Recruitment Education Technology Employment 147

The Workcomp Writer

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

The Intermediate Court of Appeals of Hawai’i recently held that while an employee’s negligent supervision claim against his employer was barred by workers’ compensation exclusivity, he should have been given leave to amend his complaint to potentially assert defamation and false light claims [ Saragosa v. Greene , 2024 Haw. LEXIS 524 (Nov.

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