DoL

DoL data suggests the job market is attracting people off the sidelines, as the size of the labor force and number of unemployed people increased, indicating more people are actively looking for work.

The recent removal of two documents on independent contractors and joint employment indicates a White House that might tilt more toward the employer’s favor.

Without defaulting to electronic disclosures, the cost burden falls on organizations and employees, says ERISA Industry Committee.

Retirement and welfare plans are not subject to DOL regulation, reversing three appellate decisions on the matter.

Without defaulting to electronic disclosures, the cost burden falls on organizations and employees, says ERISA Industry Committee.

The department withdrew two guidance letters which seek to limit instances of misclassification of employees and expand cases in which a business might be considered a joint employer of a worker.

Retirement and welfare plans are not subject to DOL regulation, reversing three appellate decisions on the matter.

Plan sponsors need to understand how the regulation affects their roles and communication efforts — and should pay attention to exemptions.

Layoffs in April fell to 1.59 million from 1.66 million, a DOL report showed Tuesday.

Unemployment rate hits a 16-year low at 4.3%, Labor Department figures showed Friday.