Employee Benefit News

APRIL 30, 2024

On average, employees are losing up to seven hours of productivity a week due to difficulty managing their money.

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International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans

MAY 1, 2024

Over the past several years, May 4 has skyrocketed in popularity as Star Wars Day—as in, “May the Fourth be with you.” In honor of May the Fourth, we thought it would be fun to continue the rebellion against convention by using Star […] The post In a Benefits Plan Far, Far Away appeared first on Word on Benefits.

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Workplace Insight

MAY 1, 2024

Life imitates art pt. 94. Scientists have discovered that lab mice may be conducting their own experiments on us. A paper published in the journal Current Biology and summarised here , speculates that mice seem to be testing their testers. They do this by deviating from simple expected behaviours such as responding to rewards to work out what might happen.

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15Five

APRIL 30, 2024

Remote work is on the rise in the professional landscape, with more companies embracing flexible work arrangements, and for good reason. However, along with its rise, misconceptions about remote work have also surfaced, particularly regarding employee engagement. In this blog, we’ll debunk some common myths surrounding remote employee engagement and explore the reality behind them.

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Are you helping your people proactively plan for retirement? How are you prioritizing the mental health of your HR team? These are a few of the questions that HR professionals are seeking answers to today. Luckily, Gallagher’s consultants came together with four robust articles (and one infographic) that help address these pain points and provide you with proactive planning tips to help you simplify, personalize and create flexibility in your benefits offerings to help ensure your people thrive

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BerniePortal

APRIL 29, 2024

Many employers enjoy giving young people access to good jobs and opportunities. However, there are some essential employment laws HR must keep in mind when hiring minors.

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PayrollOrg

MAY 3, 2024

Kansas is the fourth state to enact an earned wage access (EWA) law, following Missouri, Nevada, and Wisconsin. The new Kansas law requires EWA providers to be licensed in the state.

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MAY 1, 2024

Dope is not a new topic. In Florida, we await November to see if the people will constitutionally de-criminalize dope. The vehicle for this effort is Amendment 3, and it was cleared for the November ballot by the Florida Supreme Court, according to the USA Today network. They refer to this as "recreational weed." Of course, there is no medical purpose to weed, so "recreational" is all it could be.

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3Sixty Insights

MAY 1, 2024

Complexity has traditionally been viewed as a negative disruption and a dominant rationale for why organizations do not achieve their strategic results. Simplification has been an overarching alternative theme and is often identified as the proposed solution for the organization but is this still the right choice given the advancements and potential as we engage with AI?

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Employee Benefits

MAY 1, 2024

One-third (34%) of employers said health and wellbeing support is more important than ever to recruitment and retention, according to research by health and wellbeing firm Towergate Health and Protection. Its survey of 500 HR professionals also found that 34% of respondents have seen increased interest in their overall benefits packages , while 40% said potential employees are more interested in higher salaries.

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Nearly one-quarter of employees (23%) admit they’ve cried within the first week! Give new hires a positive start with this four-week onboarding roadmap. This schedule outlines all the turns, detours, and speedbumps new hires can expect in their first month. We’ve included suggestions for each week to help you make your new employees’ highway to success an easy road.

Workplace Insight

MAY 1, 2024

A new poll from Ricoh Europe claims that the majority of organisations lack the technology to support flexible working, with only 30 percent of European employees saying they have all the technology to collaborate seamlessly when working with other colleagues. The research, conducted by Opinion Matters on behalf of Ricoh Europe, polled 7,000 workers and 1,800 decision makers across Europe.

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HR Digest

APRIL 28, 2024

The Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA), established in 1967, serves as a crucial safeguard against workplace inequality, explicitly prohibiting age discrimination against individuals who are 40 years of age or older. It encompasses a wide scope, covering employers, employment agencies, and labor organizations under its protections, except where specific exemptions apply.

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McDermott Will & Emery Employee Benefits

MAY 1, 2024

On March 13, 2024, Indiana enacted Senate Bill No. 9, which establishes that the Office of the Indiana Attorney General must receive prior written notice of certain transactions involving Indiana healthcare entities. This new law goes into effect July 1, 2024, and has a more expansive reach than many of its peer transaction notice laws. […] The post Indiana Enacts New Law Requiring Notice of Healthcare Transactions appeared first on EMPLOYEE BENEFITS BLOG.

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Employee Benefits

APRIL 30, 2024

Employee Benefits poll: Three-quarters (75%) of organisations offer their employees volunteering or charity days , according to a survey of Employee Benefits readers. Conversely, one-quarter (25%) of respondents said they do not offer their employees volunteering or charity days. Last month, Employee Benefits reported that restaurant chain Wagamama pledged to contribute 50,000 employee volunteer hours to help those in need.

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Speaker: Kaitlin Ruby Carroll

Retaining top talent in 2025 means rethinking benefits. In a competitive job market, fertility benefits are more than just offerings - they are a commitment to your team’s well-being. Gain critical insights into the latest fertility benefits strategies that can help position your organization as an industry leader. Our expert will explore the unique advantages and challenges of each model, share success stories from top organizations, and offer practical strategies to make benefits decisions tha

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Workplace Insight

APRIL 29, 2024

A new poll from BSI claims that employee health and employer flexibility are key elements to harness a future age-diverse workforce. Evolving Together: Flourishing in the age-diverse workforce considers how today’s business leaders think businesses and policymakers can respond to demographic changes to enable individuals to thrive and organizations to grow as greater numbers work beyond the age of 65.

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3Sixty Insights

APRIL 29, 2024

We are thrilled to introduce Angela Wagner in part 2 of the 3 video series, a seasoned professional whose remarkable insights and experience in workforce management logistics, particularly with multi-location operations, have set a new standard in the industry. Angela’s candid discussions, notably with Dylan Teggart and Nick Biron, have revealed not only the challenges but also the innovative strategies required to navigate the complexities of employee management across various regions.

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McDermott Will & Emery Employee Benefits

MAY 2, 2024

This spring sees the introduction of a number of important changes to employment laws in the United Kingdom. These include: Expansion of the existing right to request flexible working New rules for the calculation of holiday and holiday pay entitlement for irregular hour workers and part-year workers A new unpaid leave right for carers Greater […] The post New UK Employment Law Changes Taking Effect appeared first on EMPLOYEE BENEFITS BLOG.

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Employee Benefits

APRIL 30, 2024

Jaguar Land Rover has introduced a menopause workplace support policy for its female employees as part of its commitment to diversity and inclusion. The policy, which is a day one right and can be accessed at any time, includes workplace adjustments, such as flexible working , access to fans, additional breaks and sick leave for menopause symptoms. The employer has also invested £3 million into a new workwear range, developed in consultation with employees.

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Workplace Insight

APRIL 29, 2024

The 2024 RICS first quarter monitor for the UK commercial property market indicates tentative signs that the market is moving into a recovery phase, though there is still ample evidence that there remains a challenging backdrop. Higher borrowing rates are holding back investments along with other structural headwinds such as a weak economy, online shopping, working from home (WFH) and environmental concerns.

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Employee Benefit News

MAY 1, 2024

Pairing AI with traditional mental health support can help employees stick to a routine that will improve their health and well-being.

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Patriot Software

MAY 2, 2024

Are all of your employees eligible to receive overtime pay? Some employees are exempt from overtime pay and minimum wage laws. Exempt employee qualifications are determined by the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). To run payroll correctly, you need to be familiar with exempt employees. What is an exempt employee?

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3Sixty Insights

MAY 3, 2024

Nicholas Biron of 3Sixty Insights delves into the critical role of end users and practitioners in today’s research ecosystem, marking the second installment of our enlightening series on working with analysts. This concise exploration not only demystifies the decision-making processes but also emphasizes the unique, unbiased perspectives that research firms provide to foster informed, strategic choices in technology and career advancement.

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In today's dynamic business environment, HR leaders face immense pressure to optimize costs while maintaining a competitive edge to attract, retain and engage their workforce. Gallagher can help you meet that challenge head-on. Our proprietary data and people analytics platform, Gallagher Drive ® , provides the elevated insights you need to make impactful program decisions that are aligned with your organizational goals and set your strategy up for long-term success.

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MAY 2, 2024

Health reimbursement arrangements (HRAs) and health savings accounts (HSAs) are great tools for you and your employees to save money, and for your employees to prepare for potential medical expenses. For employers, HRAs or HSAs come with perks, including tax savings and increased employee retention. We’ve outlined the key differences between an HRA and an HSA below so you can see how they work, the advantages of each, and if you should be offering one or both to your employees.

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Employee Benefit News

APRIL 29, 2024

The ultimate destination for employees is arriving at a place where they can fully meet their financial obligations, feel secure and make choices that allow them to enjoy life.

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Pacific Prime

APRIL 30, 2024

An employee assistance program offers free and confidential assessments, counseling, and follow-up services for employees. This allows employers to help guide their employees through various issues affecting their mental and emotional wellbeing, contributing to an overall healthy work-life balance. In this blog post, Pacific Prime will go over employee assistance programs and what companies can.

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Business Management Daily

MAY 3, 2024

Let us infuse some fresh energy into the big issue facing leadership —the workforce—or, to be more specific, the shortage of talent. We all face a headwind regarding the people in our organizations—it is a perfect storm, and we must navigate with finesse. How long will the storm last? According to the latest U.S. census data, we are in for a dry spell until around 2030.

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Speaker: Jeremy York

2024 has tested every organization, and 2025 promises no less - the warning signs are everywhere. If you’re relying on superficial approaches to diversity, you might find yourself scrambling to catch up. Thought diversity - the fuel for new ideas, fresh perspectives, and disruptive innovation - is more than a buzzword. It's a survival strategy. And if you’re not building it into your workplace culture right now , you’re heading for trouble.

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