HR Bartender

APRIL 20, 2017

It’s a tough termination, you’re not sure if all the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) paperwork was just right, the employee in question is popular but in trouble, you got a strange call from a government agency. She’s also helped us before here on the blog. To ask the question is to answer it.

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InterWest Insurance Services

APRIL 11, 2023

Department of Labor recently issued new guidance on the federal Family Medical Leave Act that has upended the notion of what qualifies as leave under the statute. The takeaway It’s important to note how many hours of leave a worker is eligible for.

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InterWest Insurance Services

AUGUST 10, 2022

The reason: According to research from Johns Hopkins University, poorly managed chronic medical conditions cost employers an estimated $198 billion every year. These costs show up in several ways: Direct usage of medical services such as preventable ER visits and hospitalization. Absenteeism. Illness-related presenteeism.

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InterWest Insurance Services

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

There are many cost drivers in health care and insurers and employers are in a fine balancing act of trying to keep a lid on costs and also keeping their employees happy. And while firms are leaving no stone unturned in their quest for reducing costs, some are also adding new services employees are keen on.

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PeopleStrategy

MARCH 12, 2020

During unsettling situations such as the one we face today, employees rely on HR to provide guidance on how best to protect their health and that of their families. There are extensive resources available on SHRM.org – from general and employee leave questions to communication templates and employer policy suggestions.

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Benefit Resource Inc.

MAY 11, 2021

With roughly 160 Flexible Spending Account (FSA)-related blogs on our site concentrating on eligibility, spending options, plan strategy, savings, and more…we cover it all! Make doctor’s appointments now for you and your family. And if you’re traveling, don’t leave home without it! Check out our other blogs here !

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InterWest Insurance Services

AUGUST 1, 2023

For 2024, for a plan to qualify as an HDHP the deductible must be at least $1,400 for an individual and $2,800 for a family. These plans usually have an attached health savings account to which your workers can transfer funds pre-tax from their paychecks to use for paying deductibles, copays and other medical expenses.

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InterWest Insurance Services

AUGUST 22, 2023

For 2024, for a plan to qualify as an HDHP the deductible must be at least $1,400 for an individual and $2,800 for a family. These plans usually have an attached health savings account to which your workers can transfer funds pre-tax from their paychecks to use for paying deductibles, copays and other medical expenses.

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Abel HR

OCTOBER 8, 2020

California lawmakers this month signed into law a new measure that expands the typical family and medical leave to include businesses with fewer employees and expands the reasons for protected leave and the types of family members that can be covered. what does this mean and could your state be next?

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Abel HR

NOVEMBER 12, 2021

As we touched on in a previous blog posting, a Covid-19 infection is not considered a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) as it currently stands. But first, let’s strip it back to basics.

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McDermott Will & Emery Employee Benefits

JANUARY 26, 2022

appeared first on EMPLOYEE BENEFITS BLOG. McDermott’s Abigail M. Kagan noted many healthcare […]. The post As Some Healthcare Employees Work While Sick, Could Other Industries Follow Suit?

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McDermott Will & Emery Employee Benefits

NOVEMBER 10, 2022

In this McDermott webinar, Lindsay Ditlow, Cristell Fortune, Abigail Kagan and Marjorie Soto Garcia offer perspective on the following topics: Communicating the transition The impact on contractual and other obligations WARN Act, furloughs, layoffs and salary reductions Strategies for unionized workforces Access the webinar.

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McDermott Will & Emery Employee Benefits

APRIL 26, 2022

The post The Challenges and Opportunities of Hybrid Work appeared first on EMPLOYEE BENEFITS BLOG. In this Lexology GTDT Market Intelligence article, McDermott Partner Carole Spink offers insight about tracking remote work, navigating local rules, and protecting confidential and propriety information. Access the article.

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Workers' Compensation

APRIL 3, 2024

LAD claims are specifically excluded from the restrictions of the Punitive Damage Acts [PDA]. Given the plaintiff's medical condition, she was also financially vulnerable. Upper management decided to deny the plaintiff's leave requests and ignored the advice of HR personnel. Judge Currier, P.J.A.D., Pritchett , slip op.

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PeopleStrategy

APRIL 3, 2020

In the past two weeks, two major pieces of legislation have been passed in response to the COVID-19 pandemic: the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA) and the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES). Below you will find summaries of key provisions within each Act that impact employers and employees.

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Bayzat

MARCH 27, 2023

Many might prefer to skip lunch or leave before five, and frequent breaks during the day are often necessary. Two: easy medical consultation It’s vital to ensure your employees and their health during fasting. Consequently, HR must be prepared for a significant influx of annual leave requests that may also change at short notice.

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Abel HR

APRIL 9, 2020

According to the EEOC , pregnancy discrimination is defined as any unfavorable treatment towards an applicant or an employee due to pregnancy, childbirth, or any medical condition related to pregnancy and childbirth. keep the door open for additional conversations as and when their condition changes and additional accommodations are needed.

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Abel HR

APRIL 28, 2021

The benefits vary, but employees agree they want better health insurance, work flexibility, and more leaves at work. In terms of leave, there’s the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA). However, it’s necessary to have leave, health, and retirement benefits to motivate employees to work longer in the company.

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Abel HR

JULY 27, 2021

In May, the US House of Representatives passed the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act , which if subsequently passed in the Senate, will require employers to reasonably accommodate workers and job applicants who need accommodations due to pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions. ” Kind of ambiguous, right?

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Abel HR

MARCH 24, 2021

Under the Pregnancy Discrimination Act (PDA), employers are required to provide workplace accommodations if they have 15 or more employees and if they have entered into the accommodations process for other, non-pregnant employees. How are you accommodating pregnant workers during the pandemic?

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Abel HR

NOVEMBER 25, 2020

Business 101 dictates that you really can’t fire someone for actually requesting and being granted time off under the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA). But what if the employee in question has had some serious performance issues before the leave was granted?

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Genesis HR Solutions

OCTOBER 3, 2019

They must also be free to leave the workplace. Parental Leave & Paid Family and Medical Leave (PFML) in Massachusetts. Parental Leave. Under the Massachusetts Maternity Leave in the Workplace law, the Commonwealth required employers to provide eight weeks of unpaid maternity leave to employees.

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Workers' Compensation

JULY 14, 2023

The Division didn’t follow through on most of what it said it would do,” said Kevin Walsh, Acting State Comptroller. Some of OSC’s findings include: The Division does not conduct regular reviews of employees on long-term leave. The vendor that manages medical services for injured workers still isn’t adequately monitored.

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Abel HR

JANUARY 30, 2020

What you’re looking to do is build a case that you attempted to fix the problem with the employee and the issue was not resolved, leaving you no other choice but to part ways. In addition to identifying the issue, you’ll also want to document how you addressed it and what, if anything, came of the intervention.

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PeopleStrategy

MAY 24, 2018

Family leave has been subject to much scrutiny and debate in recent years. And two current employment trends are putting additional pressure on employers to take a closer look at their current parental leave policies: Employees want better work-life balance as they seek a higher quality of life.

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Abel HR

MARCH 31, 2021

You can do this by including links to the notifications such as the Family and Medical Leave Act, the Fair Labor Standards Act, the Employee Polygraph Protection Act, and the Uniformed Services Employment and Re-employment Rights Act.

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Empuls

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

  While these automated responses serve a purpose, they often leave the sender frustrated and unsure of when, or even if, they'll receive a response. This blog serves as your comprehensive guide to crafting effective out-of-office messages for various scenarios. Reason for absence: Briefly explain why you're unavailable.

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Empuls

APRIL 28, 2023

In this blog, we'll explore some creative and effective employee benefits ideas that can help you build a happier, healthier, and more engaged workforce. Some employers also offer separate sick leave policies to ensure that employees don't come to work when they're contagious.

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Business Management Daily

MAY 20, 2024

Reading a blog or guest post about what it’s like to work for you. Encourage and Act on Feedback from Current Team Members You won’t have control over what former employees say about you on websites like Glassdoor, so your best defense is to provide a stellar employee experience. hybrid schedules, free coffee, etc.).

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Vantage Circle

JANUARY 16, 2023

Day, assemble your team to volunteer and carry out acts of service for underprivileged communities, organize food drives, and educate your people about how racism persists in all aspects of our society. Random Acts of Kindness Day: February 17, 2023, Friday. Leave the Office Early Day: June 2, 2023, Friday.

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Vantage Circle

MARCH 25, 2025

And that’s exactly what this blog is about. Comprehensive Health Insurance In a world where a single medical emergency can derail financial stability, comprehensive health coverage is nothing short of a lifeline. Family Support: Empowering Working Families 6. Extended Parental and Family Leave Policies The U.S.

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InterWest Insurance Services

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

AB 2499 makes significant changes to California’s “jury, court and victim time off” law by expanding instances when a victim of a “qualifying act of violence” can take time off, and provides protections against retaliation for taking that paid time off. Obtain medical attention after a QAV.

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Vantage Circle

NOVEMBER 23, 2023

When chosen and implemented thoughtfully, employee perks act as a talent magnet. What can you take away from the blog Key Takeaways What are employee perks? Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans offer peace of mind. These benefits provide employees with access to essential medical services.

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Empuls

DECEMBER 28, 2021

Company-wide Off Days and Family-friendly leave policies help beat stress, neutralize fatigue, and recharge. This also acts as a real-time pulse (and validation, as it were) of how the company culture is being 'endorsed and embodied' by employees daily. Once inducted, they become part of a close-knit family. "We

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Workers' Compensation

DECEMBER 10, 2021

Medical delivery in most industrialized countries operates under a single-payer or unified system. Medical delivery has adopted telehealth for both treatment and expert evaluations. By acting proactively, workers’ compensation stakeholders will reduce adverse outcomes and restore stability in the workplace.

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Workers' Compensation

JULY 29, 2022

The w idely bipartisan Sergeant First Class Heath Robinson Honoring Our Promise to Address Comprehensive Toxics (PACT) Act of 2022 previously passed the senate 84-14. Following the failed cloture vote on the widely bipartisan Sergeant First Class Heath Robinson Honoring Our Promise to Address Comprehensive Toxics (PACT) Act of 2022, U.S.

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The Workcomp Writer

JANUARY 10, 2023

When I launched this blog site in December 2011, I migrated the annual list to it, beginning in January 2012. The students were required to stay in one classroom all day, but were allowed to leave that room for lunch and for special elective classes. The medical evidence was conflicting.

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