Mastercard extends bereavement leave
The credit card giant said a meeting with Facebook inspired the move to give employees up to four weeks of paid time off to grieve the loss of a family member.
Benefit management
Benefits Think How employers can best manage complex leave programs
As companies struggle to stay ahead of changing regulations, they might consider outsourcing absence management to a qualified vendor to offset some of the burden.
Kevin Curry
ReedGroup
Charitable giving builds strong ties between employer, community
Why one company takes giving so seriously, and how it engages its employees through philanthropic benefits to give and volunteer year-round.
Fate of health reform’s 30-hour rule uncertain
Senate bill would remove noncompliance penalty, but observers caution industry to withhold any celebration of a change in the definition of a full-time employee.
Adviser Rae Lee Clark thrives with a head full of knowledge
Through a blog and newsletter, the chief compliance officer for benefit firm Vita Companies helps clients navigate regulation.
Benefits Think Use caution when firing an employee out on workers’ compensation
Employers must take great care to avoid a situation where it is deemed a worker was fired because of the claim.
Paul R. Monsees
Foley & Lardner
Why the most innovative employers are rethinking total compensation
Akamai, Rackspace, Southwest Airlines, Vivint and other corporate leaders see ‘quality of life’ perks as the way to attract and retain top talent.
Benefits Think How employers can best manage complex leave programs
As companies struggle to stay ahead of changing regulations, they might consider outsourcing absence management to a qualified vendor to offset some of the burden.
Kevin Curry
ReedGroup
New benefit encourages employees to plan a vacation
The 401(Play) program creates accounts for workers to send post-tax dollars directly from their payroll into a savings account for a trip.
17 companies with savvy benefits
While paying for top talent is important, studies consistently show that money isnt the only thing that makes people happy at work. The Financial Post compiled a list of 17 companies that offer some pretty amazing benefits and perks.
Mercer launches digital offering to help employers embrace tech
The consulting firm’s new unit brings HR professionals a suite of digitized platforms to help manage and engage workers.
Top 10 trends influencing the workplace
Employers can expect to see more technology, a bigger focus on employee benefits and an enhanced job candidate experience in the next few years.
Benefits Think In pro-business move, Trump administration withdraws DOL guidance letters
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.
Patrick J. McMahon
Foley & Lardner LLP
Benefits Think 6 steps to a great benefits communications plan
Employers need to set goals and objectives, use a variety of methods to engage employees and eliminate jargon.
Mary Schafer
ADP
Texas rules against benefits for same-sex spouses
Experts warn there may be copycat lawsuits, but say they don’t anticipate any widespread changes that will affect private sector employers.
Benefits Think In pro-business move, Trump administration withdraws DOL guidance letters
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.
Patrick J. McMahon
Foley & Lardner LLP
Exclusive Research Employers’ readiness lags as open enrollment nears
Many employers report they’re still struggling with fundamental activities.
Employers can save big bucks by offering telecommuting
The work arrangement, which is growing in popularity, can decrease real estate costs as well as employee absenteeism and turnover.
Benefits Think 6 steps to a great benefits communications plan
Employers need to set goals and objectives, use a variety of methods to engage employees and eliminate jargon.
Mary Schafer
ADP
Benefits Think 4 key parental leave questions employers need to answer
Prior to expanding time off for new parents, companies need to consider what to call the program and how to pay for and implement it.
Patricia Purdy
Pacific Resources