How enhanced 45F childcare tax credit can increase your benefits buying power
As benefit decisions get finalized, childcare offerings may be more within reach than companies think.
Employment and benefit-related legislation
Benefits Think AI in employment decisions: Critical questions emerging from the Workday and Meta cases
Determining human involvement is crucial, but so is assessing how AI is being trained in the area of disability, leave and accommodation rights.
Benefits Think DOL proposes new rule to clarify standard for independent contractor classification
Industries that rely on independent contractors should review potential impacts of the new rule and make sure their independent contractor documentation is squared away.
With ACA subsidies gone, employees need guidance
New higher premiums are driving many to opt for a lower-cost Bronze plan, but that may lead to higher-deductible hardships in the long run.
Why Rhode Island’s menopause legislation should motivate employers
The state's mandate for menopause accommodations represents the chance for organizations nationwide to proactively support women in this stage of life.
Benefits Think A trifecta of solutions to close the retirement-savings gap
Trump Accounts for every child born in the U.S. from 2025 to 2028, the Saver's Match Program and auto portability represent a historic opportunity to move the needle.
Spencer Williams
Portability Services Network and Retirement Clearinghouse
Free lunch? Not under Trump’s new law
A new report from ezCater highlights why benefit leaders need to consider how important food and beverage perks are to their organization.
Benefits Think The caregiving crisis is upon us
Employer and government support will be vital to help caregivers stay in the workforce.
Amy Friedrich
Principal
Uber, Lyft, DoorDash prevail in California gig-worker ruling
The state's top court ruled that Uber Technologies and Lyft can keep classifying California drivers as independent contractors.
5 ways ‘SECURE 2.0’ legislation could change retirement savings
A new bill taking shape in Congress is full of popular ideas and backed by both parties. But some experts say it doesn’t go far enough.
Gig workers deserve a place at the table. How this company is ensuring their voices are heard
As shareholders, these workers will wield greater power to influence management decisions and help shape the future of the gig economy.
Striking a balance: What New York’s new legislation for delivery work means for gig workers everywhere
The bills will target questions relating to the treatment of gig workers such as payment policies, bathroom access, distance and route limits.
FSA rules have changed — here’s how to explain them to clients
HealthEquity explains how the Consolidated Appropriations Act will affect plan participants in 2021.
Here are the major parts of $1.9 trillion Biden relief plan
The Biden plan would create a requirement for employers, regardless of size, to offer paid sick leave during the pandemic to workers — a change that the transition team said would extend the benefit to 106 million workers.
Biden names Boston Mayor Walsh to head Labor Department
The President-elect hopes his latest appointee will help the DOL prioritize protecting workers during the pandemic.
A view of 2020: EBN’s top 10 opinion pieces
HR pros and benefit professionals shared their thoughts and advice on everything from mental health benefits to stimulus checks.
5 workplace issues at stake as Trump, Biden brace for election day
How each presidential candidate tackles workplace-related issues will have long-lasting ripple effects for employers.
Paid leave rules have changed — will they affect your workforce?
Revisions to the Families First Coronavirus Response Act are now in effect.
5 ways to adapt your paid leave program for COVID-19 challenges
Many employers are rethinking their policies in response to COVID-19, Mercer experts say.
White House, Democrats aim for virus relief deal by end of week
The White House and Democrats aim to strike a deal on virus-relief legislation by the end of the week 一 even though the two sides remain far apart on some key issues.
