What do the DOL proposed budget cuts mean for employers?
Amanda Eisenberg is a former associate editor of Employee Benefit News.
Amanda Eisenberg is a former associate editor of Employee Benefit News.
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Industries that rely on independent contractors should review potential impacts of the new rule and make sure their independent contractor documentation is squared away.
The Congressional Budget Office estimates that about 750,000 employees will be furloughed at a cost per day of $400 million in lost compensation.
The company's handling of employee accommodation requests is under question as workers allege violations of the Americans with Disabilities Act, among other issues.
EEOC lawsuits decreased by 24% compared to the previous year, marking one of the lowest numbers of suits filed in nearly three decades.
There is a movement on the federal level to promote a national strategy for financial inclusion. In the meantime, there are steps employers can take to encourage workers to save for emergencies and for retirement.