Employee Benefits
JULY 12, 2023
Need to know: As businesses grow, it is vital that their employee benefits strategies also evolve. Employers may start with a few core products but then expand into other areas, including wellbeing, lifestyle discounts and changes to working patterns. A more mature strategy is likely to include an element of choice so employees can opt for what is important to them.
Business Management Daily
JULY 13, 2023
Even if your business does not offer parental leave, you are likely still required to provide time off for pregnant employees and new parents under the Family and Medical Leave Act. This important leave law is designed to offer job-protected leave to employees taking time off due to pregnancy, medical conditions, or other qualifying family events. Handling pregnancy and family bonding leave is a bit different than managing other forms of FMLA leave, so human resources professionals and small bus
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BerniePortal
JULY 12, 2023
Many jurisdictions are passing laws to protect and enforce pay transparency. HR professionals at small to midsized employers may need to take a look at current pay structures or applications to ensure that they are compliant with changing legislation. In some states or cities, missing the mark will incur civil penalties and fines, so keeping up to date is vital to continued success.
PayrollOrg
JULY 13, 2023
Missouri recently became the second state to enact an earned wage access (EWA) law to regulate EWA providers. The law takes effect on August 28, 2023.
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.
Money Talk
JULY 13, 2023
The SECURE 2.0 Act of 2022 , passed last December, has financial planning opportunities for both the accumulation and distribution phases of retirement planning. Below is a brief summary of a few key retirement savings provisions from about 100 changes contained in this legislation: RMD Changes- Effective January 1, 2023, the starting age for required minimum distributions (RMDs) for people born from 1951 to 1959 is now 73 instead of 72 and the starting age for those born in 1960 or later is now
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Florida Workers' Comp
JULY 13, 2023
No one wants to be the old man that admonishes "You kids get off of my lawn." No one wants to be the aging critic who persistently refers to "back in my day." We each struggle with the burdens and benefits of growing older and perhaps it is human nature to believe that things today just don't measure up to our recollections of the storied past? That said.
PayrollOrg
JULY 14, 2023
The Social Security Administration (SSA) is requesting feedback on the current registration and authorization process for Business Services Online (BSO).
Employee Benefits
JULY 14, 2023
When was the last time you spoke to each member of your team? And how about colleagues from other departments across the business? This week, it was really brought home to me how easy it is to feel that you have been in touch with colleagues and friends, without actually speaking to them in person. I like to think that I am relatively good at keeping in touch with friends and family, however, when it came to having to share some news that was better delivered in person, it brought home to me how
Business Management Daily
JULY 14, 2023
Mail scams may be making a comeback, but the quickest, easiest, and most efficient way for a scammer or phisher to steal employees’ identities is to hack into your computer network. These attempts are more common than ever, and making a bad situation even worse — courts are increasingly holding employers responsible once there is a hack. Two recent cases, from two different states, using two different state laws, illustrate the risk.
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Managing benefits administration is costly, and cutting corners in the wrong places can lead to disengaged workforces and the risk of non-compliance. This eBook from Selerix highlights areas where you can save without compromising the value of benefits. Proactively Thinking: Make decisions for the long run. Discover ways to be proactive in your decision-making to save money in the future, not just temporarily.
Florida Workers' Comp
JULY 13, 2023
No one wants to be the old man that admonishes "You kids get off of my lawn." No one wants to be the aging critic who persistently refers to "back in my day." We each struggle with the burdens and benefits of growing older and perhaps it is human nature to believe that things today just don't measure up to our recollections of the storied past? That said.
PayrollOrg
JULY 13, 2023
A U.S. district court ruled the U.S. Department of Labor’s (DOL) dual jobs final rule under the Fair Labor Standards Act is valid.
Employee Benefits
JULY 12, 2023
Recruitment agency Hamilton Barnes started up in 2014 and now employs 100 people, having grown from 20 pre-pandemic. As it has grown, it has had to develop its benefits offering to ensure it can hold on to talented staff. George Barnes, chief executive officer (CEO) of Hamilton Barnes, says: “The number one cost to a recruitment business is churn,” says “We wanted to offer them something comprehensive.
WEX Inc.
JULY 12, 2023
You have one chance to make a first impression on new hires. Nearly one-quarter of staff turnover occurs in the first 45 days of employment, which means the onboarding experience is important in improving your retention numbers. In this blog post, you’ll learn more about the onboarding process, get tips for how to design yours for a remote/hybrid environment, and find out how to address changes along the way.
Advertiser: Paycor
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.
15Five
JULY 13, 2023
After a layoff or reduction in force (RIF), the employees who remain may be left wondering, now what ? It’s typical for employees and even managers to worry about how things will change for them and their remaining team members. As the dust begins to settle after a RIF, confusion can set in, and “who’s doing what” can get a little messy. When this happens, employee role clarity suffers.
Best Money Moves
JULY 12, 2023
What is financial anxiety? Financial anxiety is a huge pain point for many workforces. Here are 3 strategies to help combat financial anxiety at work. Worrying about finances is becoming more commonplace among employees. According to the Mind over Money survey by Capital One and The Decision Lab, 77% of Americans report feeling anxious about their financial situation.
Workplace Insight
JULY 11, 2023
If there were an algorithm to create a word cloud in response to searches for ‘What millennials want in the workplace?’, you’d expect to see Google spew out terms such as ‘flexibility’, ‘meaning’, ‘fairness’, ‘equality’, ‘inclusivity’, ‘opportunity’, ‘connections’, ‘socialising’ and ‘experience’. Do the same with ‘Gen Z’ replacing ‘millennials’ and – guess what – you’ll see the exact same word cloud, although perhaps in a different colour and order so you don’t think it’s
McDermott Will & Emery Employee Benefits
JULY 13, 2023
The “family glitch” was a regulatory oddity of the Affordable Care Act (ACA). It required the affordability of an employer-sponsored health plan to be determined based solely on the cost of the plan to an individual employee, disregarding the costs to add family members to a plan. This resulted in many families being ineligible for […] The post Fixing the ACA’s Family Glitch appeared first on EMPLOYEE BENEFITS BLOG.
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.
Employee Benefits
JULY 14, 2023
Most leaders know that employee feedback is essential for a successful and thriving workplace. It provides valuable insights into how employees are feeling about their roles, their managers, the challenges they experience day-to-day – and more importantly – creates the conversations needed to find solutions. Feedback can truly be the lifeblood of an organisation if it’s gathered meaningfully – improving satisfaction, morale and productivity of your team.
WEX Inc.
JULY 9, 2023
A dependent care flexible spending account lets participants set aside pre-tax dollars to help pay for dependent care. Contributing to this benefit reduces taxable income and spreads the benefits of pre-tax dollars throughout the year, helping you save 30 percent or more on your dependent care costs. It’s a smart way to save money on expenses such as childcare or elderly care for a dependent.
Workplace Insight
JULY 12, 2023
The new issue of IN Magazine is now available to read online. The print edition will be posted shortly. In this issue , we look at the ongoing shift in the way we think about work and workplaces but without falling back on the simple, cliched thinking that defines much of that conversation. We consider what happens now for the world’s fringe business districts as Canary Wharf sets out its plans for the future in the wake of HSBC’s announced departure.
McDermott Will & Emery Employee Benefits
JULY 10, 2023
The US Department of Health and Human Services Office for Civil Rights (OCR) recently announced a settlement with a community hospital resolving an investigation under the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) privacy and security rules. While the settlement involved a medical provider, it offers some important lessons for other HIPAA-covered entities, […] The post HIPAA Compliance 101: Lessons from a Recent OCR Settlement appeared first on EMPLOYEE BENEFITS B
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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
Employee Benefits
JULY 13, 2023
Dr Keith Grimes shares his personal experiences of reaching a point of occupational burnout. With a focus on the importance of nurturing a culture of openness, Dr Grimes breaks the stigma, encouraging others to seek support and sharing what helped him on his journey back to health. The Truth about Burnout Burnout can be a very strange and lonely place.
Wellable
JULY 12, 2023
One in three patients are ready for AI-led primary care. What does this mean for the field of health care and the world of employee wellness? The post The AI Revolution In Primary Care: Are We Ready? appeared first on Wellable.
Best Money Moves
JULY 12, 2023
5 surprising statistics about employee financial wellness. Employee financial wellness has a big impact on employee wellbeing and productivity. Here are a few key statistics to know. Stress over personal finances continues to impact workers both in the home and at the office. Your workforce is suffering as a result. In January 2023, PWC surveyed 4,000 employed U.S. adults about their personal finances and financial stress.
McDermott Will & Emery Employee Benefits
JULY 12, 2023
On May 19, 2023, Novitas Solutions and First Coast Options sent an email to certain interested parties, with whom they had engaged following the multijurisdictional contractor advisory committee (CAC) meeting, explaining that they have decided to not pursue at this time a local coverage determination for remote physiological monitoring (RPM) and remote therapeutic monitoring (RTM). […] The post Remote Monitoring Services Under Review: Update on Potential Medicare Coverage Policies appeared
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Managing ACA compliance is a major headache, especially in industries with complex schedules and regulations. Errors can lead to fines, legal battles, and strained employee relationships. Ways to Avoid Penalties & Fines: Non-compliance with Hours of Service (HOS) or misclassifying employees can lead to fines and legal issues. We offer tools to avoid these penalties and ensure regulatory alignment.
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