Benefit strategies

Five police officers filed complaints alleging their employer violated their right to pump breast milk on the job. The suit highlights why companies need to be up to date on employment laws.

A recent medical crisis has me frustrated with health insurance and the pains that come along with it. And it serves as a reminder of what employers need to do to help workers.

Starting next year, employees at the insurance company can trade up to 40 hours of unused vacation time for a payment to their student loan provider.

More clients are tailoring packages to meet the varying wants and needs of workers. They’re offering mixes of bonuses, flex time, paid time off, retirement plans, career development and more.

Starting next year, employees at the insurance company can trade up to 40 hours of unused vacation time for a payment to their student loan provider.

More employers are tailoring packages to meet the varying wants and needs of workers. They’re offering mixes of bonuses, flex time, paid time off, retirement plans, career development and more.

Proponents say reintroduced legislation that would allow employers to contribute $5,250 a year without penalty would encourage more companies to offer the perk.

While enrollment for many employers may have ended in December, employers should take time now to assess how they can improve this year.

The change highlights the challenge many employers face when it comes to administering generous paid leave programs.

While enrollment for many employers may have ended in December, employers should take time now to assess how they can improve this year.