Employee Benefit News

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

Get to know the HR leaders, tech innovators and benefit advisers who went above and beyond in 2023 to support employees and clients.

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Employee Benefits

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

Annual pay growth , excluding bonuses, from May to July 2023 was 7.8%, according to data from the Office for National Statistics (ONS). Its latest labour market figures revealed that this was the same as the previous quarter, the highest regular annual growth rate since comparable records began in 2001, and in line with market expectations. Annual growth in employees’ average total pay including bonuses was 8.5%, due to NHS and Civil Service one-off payments made in June and July 2023.

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Workplace Insight

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

Most workers are concerned about poor indoor air quality and close to half think its damaging their health, according to a new survey conducted by Opinium for Spiralite. According to the poll, British workers are mostly concerned about the impact of air-quality on their health (64 percent concerned compared to 36 percent not concerned). One fifth (20 percent) are very concerned, rising to 38 percent of people living in London.

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Employee Benefit News

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

The VP and consultant taps into her skills as a problem solver to build complex but easy-to-use benefit plans.

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Speaker: Jennifer Hill

Payroll compliance is a cornerstone of business success, yet for small and midsize businesses, it’s becoming increasingly challenging to navigate the ever-evolving landscape of federal, state, and local regulations. Mistakes can lead to costly penalties and operational disruptions, making it essential to adopt advanced solutions that ensure accuracy and efficiency.

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SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

Tedaisy Insurance Group has introduced a pet bereavement hub dedicated to supporting employees experiencing pet loss. The hub encompasses a variety of online resources designed to help individuals navigate the grieving process, including a dedicated pet bereavement telephone line whereby those wishing to discuss their loss will be placed into a priority queue and connected with a trained pet bereavement call handler.

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McDermott Will & Emery Employee Benefits

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

There has been a flurry of class action lawsuits and settlements relating to the deficiency of required election notices under the Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act (COBRA). The notices provide employees and their beneficiaries who participate in an employer’s group health plan with the option to elect to continue their coverage following a COBRA qualifying […] The post Takeaways from a Recent COBRA Notice Class Action Settlement appeared first on EMPLOYEE BENEFITS BLOG.

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Employee Benefit News

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

USA Facts ranked which states will see the biggest change in employment in the next decade.

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Global People Strategist

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

New Zealand is a country with an exemplary government and legislative structure. While the country remains the top choice for many immigrants, recent challenges have led locals and immigrants to revisit their ideas. Logistics is one of the core industries contributing to the economy of New Zealand. Dealing with the post-COVID effects, the country is severely struggling to keep up with labor demands in the logistics sector.

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HR Digest

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

A recent survey by Eagle Hill Consulting found that nearly 53 percent of US workers lean on the DEI impact on job decisions – they choose where to work based on the company’s commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives. Surprisingly, only 29 percent of employees divulged that their present employer has taken concrete actions to demonstrate their solidarity with DEI in the last six months.

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SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

The U.S. Department of Labor has issued its long-awaited proposed changes to the nation’s overtime rules for American workers, proposing to increase the threshold for exempt status by more than 50% to $55,000. If the proposed rules become permanent rules, employers will need to prepare their bookkeeping and budgets to account for the new salary caps for qualifying for overtime pay.

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Global People Strategist

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

Ecuador is a South American country whose economy majorly depends on the country’s exports. Despite the country’s developing status, it is considered a good place for skilled labor. If you plan to visit South American countries and Ecuador is on your list, you might want to gather all the details about labor law in Ecuador. The local government is keen to develop a formally recognized employment framework and has already achieved much.

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Employee Benefit News

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

Health facilities can achieve better recruitment and retention by listening to nurses' needs and making efforts to avoid burnout.

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PayrollOrg

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

Get ready for next-generation payroll training through four transformational certificate programs at the PayrollOrg’s Payroll Leaders Conference (PLC). The conference will be hosted at MEET Las Vegas, September 17-20, 2023.

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The HR industry is changing. Did you know… 1. There will be 4M more jobs than workers by 2033 ( BLS ). 2. For 84% of workers, flexibility is a top priority ( FlexJobs ). 3. 75% of employees have used AI at work ( CFO.com ). It’s time to meet the moment! Use Paycor’s guide to design a blueprint for success.

Employee Benefit News

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

Jennie Rogerson, global head of people at Canva, is on a mission to invest in employee well-being, with a long list of benefits to prove it.

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Florida Workers' Comp

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

There are a great many superlatives. We each likely became aware of them in those terms back in high school. The ballotting was intense for such descriptions as "most likely to succeed" and "class clown" or "cutest couple." The yearbooks of yesteryear are littered with those accolades. I remember a comedian once claiming to have been voted "most likely to.

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Employee Benefit News

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

The CEO is bringing transparency, bundled payments and affordable high-quality care to members across the country.

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HR Lineup

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

In today’s ever-evolving job market, the freelance economy continues to flourish. More professionals are opting for freelance work, and businesses are increasingly relying on freelancers to meet their project needs. Managing a freelance workforce efficiently has become crucial, leading to the emergence of various freelance management software solutions.

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Hppy

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

With the rising demands for more flexibility and better work-life balance, organizations are pivoting towards alternative work schedules to retain their existing employees and attract a large talent pool. These schedules not only reduce staff turnover but also improve employee engagement & satisfaction. But what are these alternative work schedules, and how can they help boost employee engagement and retention?

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BetterUp

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

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Workplace Insight

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

Shanghai Design Week has announced details of its ‘Design to Wonderland’ event, being staged in London for the first time later this month. The event organisers hope that the inaugural event will serve as a global platform to spotlight Chinese innovation across a number of creative sectors, including architecture, art, fashion, and beauty. Taking place from 16th – 29th September, China Exchange Centre will host the event, a collaboration between Shanghai Design Week and the London Design Festiv

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Employee Benefits

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

Water, waste and energy management firm Veolia has rolled out an enhanced package of employee benefits for staff in the Near and Middle East region. Known as Veolia Cares, the package is based on parental leave, health cover, death benefits, support for carers and volunteer’s day. It covers all employees, including those in countries where nothing is required by law and applies from day one of employment.

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Speaker: Carolyn Clark and Miriam Connaughton

Forget predictions, let’s focus on priorities for the year and explore how to supercharge your employee experience. Join Miriam Connaughton and Carolyn Clark as they discuss key HR trends for 2025—and how to turn them into actionable strategies for your organization. In this dynamic webinar, our esteemed speakers will share expert insights and practical tips to help your employee experience adapt and thrive.

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Workplace Insight

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

There are two questions, regarding change, that seem to plague quite a lot of people: “is there a good or bad time for change and is there a good or bad change?” Now it may seem the answers would be quite straight forward, but probably as no surprise the actual answer is “it all depends”. That is because change is about people and we all know there is no formula for people, so it is impossible to give a formulaic, straight forward answer.

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HR Lineup

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

Miro is a cutting-edge team collaboration software that revolutionizes the way teams work together to achieve their goals. It provides a dynamic and versatile digital workspace designed to facilitate creativity, innovation, and productivity. With Miro, teams can collaborate in real-time, whether they are in the same room or scattered across the globe, fostering seamless communication and idea sharing.

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Higginbotham

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

Pay or Play Affordability Percentage Decreased for 2023 On Aug. 23, 2023, the IRS issued Revenue Procedure 2023-29 to index the contribution percentages in 2024 for determining the affordability of an employer’s plan under the Affordable Care Act (ACA). For plan years beginning in 2024, employer-sponsored coverage will be considered affordable if the employee’s required contribution for self-only coverage does not exceed: 8.39 percent of the employee’s household income for the year for purposes

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Global People Strategist

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

The Czech Republic is a Central European country bordered by Austria and Germany. Despite the country’s historical significance, not many people across the globe are familiar with the employment laws and local culture. The Czech government made a few changes to minimum wages for different categories of workers this year. If you have employment interests in the Czech Republic, the following information about the Czech Republic employment law may be helpful.

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