Florida Workers' Comp
OCTOBER 15, 2024
There is no such hurricane Litela. That title is a satirical reference - read on. In the 1970s, comedian Gilda Radner played a variety of characters on the late-night Saturday skit show. It was a time of irreverence and satire. Perhaps her best-known caricature was Emily Litela. This editorialist was on the satirical news and prognosticated at length about her emotions, feelings, and analysis.
Employee Benefit News
OCTOBER 15, 2024
With inflation figures falling, retirees can expect a 2.5% increase in 2025. Here's how planners are guiding clients through the impact of that slight bump.
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HR Lineup
OCTOBER 15, 2024
Hot desking has become an increasingly popular option for businesses seeking to optimize office space and create a flexible work environment. The rise of hybrid work models, remote work, and changing employee needs has made the demand for hot desk booking software skyrocket. These tools enable employees to reserve workspaces in the office when they need them, ensuring efficient use of space and smooth management.
Employee Benefit News
OCTOBER 15, 2024
The many shifts happening within the workplace need to be recognized and accommodated for optimal employee and business outcomes.
Speaker: Kaitlin Ruby Carroll
Fertility benefits have become a crucial component of employee well-being and retention strategies. In today’s competitive landscape, creating a fertility benefits program that aligns with both employee needs and organizational goals can be more complex than it seems. From cycle-based to flat-dollar and telehealth models, each solution offers unique advantages and challenges that directly affect employee satisfaction and financial well-being.
Employee Benefits
OCTOBER 15, 2024
Circus PPC has introduced a new fully-paid family leave benefit for staff, regardless of gender or parental role. The pay-per-click (PPC) agency’s new package, launched with Access HR, includes 26 weeks of fully-paid leave, 10 days paid fertility leave per cycle, which covers up to three cycles in any 12-month rolling period, and enhanced parental bereavement and pregnancy loss leave, both of which give employees four weeks fully-paid leave.
Insperity
OCTOBER 15, 2024
For all the speculation about what the future of work will be like, one could argue that “the future of work” is already here. For the last few years, we’ve all been grappling with rapidly unfolding changes, and these changes have brought new challenges for businesses. As organizations continue to navigate evolving employee expectations, remote work setups and rapid technological advancements, staying competitive means being proactive in addressing these challenges head-on.
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Employee Benefit News
OCTOBER 15, 2024
The drugstore chain said it will shutter around 1,200 outlets over the next three years.
Employee Benefits
OCTOBER 15, 2024
Employees at car seat manufacturer Pullmaflex have won a pay rise totalling 10.5% following a ballot in favour of strike action. Around 200 employees, who are members of Unite the union, voted to accept a two-year pay deal. Pullmaflex shop floor workers’ pay will increase by 8% for 2024. Shift managers, maintenance and other workers will see their pay increase by 4.8%.
InterWest Insurance Services
OCTOBER 15, 2024
Are you due for a workers’ compensation premium audit? Audits are how insurance rates are determined, and it’s possible that an audit will uncover information that can actually save you money — or not if you’ve hired additional staff and haven’t notified your insurer. In any case, it pays to be prepared by taking on board the following tips: Let us know when there are changes in your staffing, payroll or areas of operation.
Business Management Daily
OCTOBER 15, 2024
Remote work has become popular, but some companies are taking this option further and offering asynchronous work. While remote work provides flexibility around where employees work, asynchronous work offers flexibility in when they work. Some employees are ditching the mandatory work schedules and synchronous communications for a more flexible option.
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Bayzat
OCTOBER 15, 2024
The rise of technology has brought about several changes in the way we learn and work. One of the most significant changes is the availability of Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs). These courses are offered online and can be accessed by anyone with an internet connection, making it possible for individuals from all over the world to access high-quality education at a minimal cost.
WEX Inc.
OCTOBER 15, 2024
Today, to commemorate National Health Savings Account Awareness Day (HSA Day) celebrated annually on October 15, WEX is highlighting available resources to help employers and employees better understand the impressive value of HSAs for both wellbeing and wallets. “Health savings accounts are booming in popularity, with total assets eclipsing $123 billion in 2023 – nearly triple from just five years earlier – and yet they’re still widely misunderstood,” said Robert Deshaies, Chief Operating Offic
The Workcomp Writer
OCTOBER 15, 2024
In a recent decision that closely mirrors an earlier case, the Ohio Court of Appeals (Tenth Appellate District) has further solidified the strength of statutory presumptions favoring firefighters in cancer-related workers’ compensation claims [ State ex rel. City of Cincinnati v. Industrial Comm’n of Ohio , 2024-Ohio-4915 (Oct. 10, 2024)]. Background The case involved Joshua K.
WEX Inc.
OCTOBER 15, 2024
As a business owner and commercial vehicle manager, you’re undoubtedly seeking new ways to realize savings and ways to stretch a buck. Some fuel card programs offer savings built right into your account and provide that much-desired savings at the pump. Today we’ll cover the ways you can build a recession-proof business using a fuel savings network built into your fleet card program.
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Amidst rising cancer prevalence and soaring costs, new cancer technologies and innovations are emerging to support the early detection, treatment, and surveillance of cancer. Read this guide to understand how to evaluate these solutions for your employees and members – and to learn more about the current state of coverage, clinical and cost effectiveness, and impact on quality and outcomes.
McDermott Will & Emery Employee Benefits
OCTOBER 15, 2024
On August 19, 2024, the Internal Revenue Service issued Notice 2024-63 (the Notice), providing guidance regarding the implementation of Section 110 of the SECURE 2.0 Act of 2022, which permits employers with a 401(k) plan or 403(b) plan to provide matching contributions to employees based on employee student loan payments.
HR Digest
OCTOBER 15, 2024
Going on vacation means a relaxing time for you and me, but not so much for the hotel staff who are forced to go above and beyond to cater to our needs. Boston hotel workers have gone on strike, demanding fair wages and a sustainable schedule to make it easier for them to do their jobs. UNITE HERE Local 26, the union backing the staff, has managed to unify workers and bring them out to convince hotels that they are deserving of better work conditions day to day.
Workplace Insight
OCTOBER 15, 2024
More than two-thirds of UK adults believe that retiring in their 60s will soon be a thing of the past, according to new research from Canada Life. The findings, released in the company’s inaugural Life100+ report [promotional content], claims to highlight shifting expectations as people prepare for longer lifespans, with retirement plans and financial security becoming major concerns.
HR Digest
OCTOBER 15, 2024
Employers may be convinced that having their workers return to the physical workspace is exactly what their organization needs, however, employees strongly disagree. A new survey suggests that RTO policies are being ignored by a large number of employees. Resume Builder surveyed 1,030 U.S.-based full-time employees at companies that have had RTO policies in place since 2020.
Advertiser: Paycor
HR leaders drowning in paperwork struggle to meet C-suite's strategic expectations. Burnout and high turnover plague the field, with 95% feeling overwhelmed. This guide explores how the right tools can free HR from admin tasks and empower them to become the strategic leaders they’re meant to be.
Workplace Insight
OCTOBER 15, 2024
In today’s evolving workplace landscape, the issue of sexual harassment at work and the work-related environment remains a pressing concern for employers and employees alike. Recent surveys have shed light on the pervasive nature of this problem, revealing that a significant portion of workers continue to experience sexual harassment at work not only from colleagues, but also from third parties such as suppliers, customers and patients.
Employee Benefit News
OCTOBER 15, 2024
A judge ruled that county election officials across Georgia cannot refuse to certify the results of the 2024 presidential contest.
cipHR
OCTOBER 15, 2024
Getting menopause support at work right is a long-term, company-wide project.
Employee Benefit News
OCTOBER 15, 2024
A combination of listening and operational data allows the company to identify what is best for employee well-being and team performance.
Speaker: Radhika Samant and Todd Wuestenberg
Employee recognition has often been deemed a "feel-good" initiative, tied closely to rewards. While we understand its importance, we tend to associate recognition with intangible outcomes like engagement and sentiment, rather than direct impacts on retention and high performance. In today’s workplace, the true ROI of recognition lies in its ability to regenerate tangible, business-driven results.
Workplace Insight
OCTOBER 15, 2024
The Design Guild Mark has opened entries for the 2025 edition, inviting designers and companies to submit entries for three categories: furniture, lighting and interior elements. Entry is open to British designers working in the UK or abroad, and designers with UK based design practices. The Design Guild Mark is a non-profit award programme that was established in 2008 by The Furniture Makers’ Company to raise the profile of British industrial design and to recognise excellence in this disciplin
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