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6 steps to designing a great employee benefits program

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These mandated benefits may include leave time for caring for family or personal medical purposes, worker’s compensation, as well as health, disability, and unemployment insurance. As noted above, a points-based reward system is a great incentive , as are benefits focused on promoting wellness.

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People over perks: Bridging employee benefits with strong HR

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Additionally, consider providing bereavement leave for the death of a close loved one to support employees’ mental health and wellbeing. Benefits that improve financial health Again, it is very common for employers to offer a retirement savings plan.

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The Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA): What you need to know

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The Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA or Act) is part of the federal government’s effort to minimize the economic impact felt by American families dealing with the COVID-19 global pandemic. Together with the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act, also enacted by the U.S.

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At-will employment: Understanding its implications for employers and employees

Business Management Daily

Sometimes referred to as a CBA, this type of contract exists between an employer and a union acting on behalf of its members. Likewise, employees have the right to leave the organization at any time. At-will employees can leave quickly. Smart ones still provide the courtesy of two weeks’ notice.

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The impact of Dobbs on employer provided healthcare

Business Management Daily

Group health plans are the natural place to start when thinking about reimbursing expenses related to female employees’ family planning decisions. What is medical care? Group health plans reimburse employees for their medical care. B) For transportation primarily for and essential to medical care referred to in subparagraph (A).

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Sick Leave in Massachusetts: What You Should Know

Genesis HR Solutions

Recently, we’ve heard questions from many small business owners who are wondering how to handle sick leave in Massachusetts. What is Massachusetts’ paid sick leave policy? Massachusetts employees have the right to take up to 40 hours of paid sick leave each calendar year under the Massachusetts paid sick leave law.

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Sick Leave in Massachusetts: What You Should Know

Genesis HR Solutions

Recently, we’ve heard questions from many small business owners who are wondering how to handle sick leave in Massachusetts. What is Massachusetts’ paid sick leave policy? Massachusetts employees have the right to take up to 40 hours of paid sick leave each calendar year under the Massachusetts paid sick leave law.