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Denying candidates with criminal histories a fair shot at a job can cost employers big time — both in fines and lost talent, employer groups say.
Dollar General discovered this the hard way: the discount retailer was ordered to pay $6 million after the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois in Chicago ruled this week that its criminal background check policies discriminated against African Americans — a violation of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.
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As the scope of gene therapy grows, understanding their impact and cost can help organizations decide how to cover them through their healthcare plans.
Workers often hide mental health struggles out of fear of judgment or career consequences. Experts say employers must build cultures where asking for help feels safe.
In the midst of life's challenges is when employees struggle to understand their benefits. A resource that provides personalized guidance can help.
With the majority of employees living paycheck to paycheck, faster access to wages can give them a better shot at building financial security.
Privacy, accuracy and transparency concerns are slowing adoption, even as organizations see artificial intelligence as a way to simplify benefits decisions and improve support.
