Voluntary benefits

PTO, telecommuting, EAPs, financial counseling and legal insurance can help get workers back on their feet.

While Harvey and Irma property damage is still being calculated, observers cite teachable moments for workplace benefit policyholders.

Like many tech companies, the global content delivery network struggled with stressed-out workers. Sarah Sardella stepped up to the challenge with a slate of new benefits that emphasize a commitment to work-life balance.

In the wake of Hurricane Irma, the program can provide employees services such as counseling and emergency referrals.

Unemployment benefits, leave of absences and calculating wages are among the issues likely to affect companies in the wake of the storm.

Unemployment benefits, leave of absences and calculating wages are among the issues likely to affect companies in the wake of the storm.

Without proper plans in place, like an EAP, employees are more likely to experience personal and health-related problems, use more sick days and potentially leave their company.

As Florida and the East Coast assess damage from Hurricane Irma, employers in the affected areas should consider how to address storm-related issues.

Companies that were forced to close need to determine whether they have to pay employees who stayed home as well as handle other employment issues that many may not have thought about before.

Employee Benefit Adviser, in partnership with business intelligence data analytics firm miEdge, lists leading companies with 10% or more growth over the past year.

Like many tech companies, the global content delivery network struggled with stressed-out workers. Sarah Sardella stepped up to the challenge with a slate of new benefits that emphasize a commitment to work-life balance.

In anticipation of the storm, real estate agency Stiles Corporation initiated a preparedness plan that includes employee communications about safety, time off and benefits.

Becky Cantieri crafted the online survey provider’s rock-solid program with the help of an open culture, a drive to serve employees and, yes, lots and lots of employee questionnaires.

Companies need to determine whether closing the office for the storm means having to pay employees who stay home and being on the hook for unemployment compensation, and whether workers’ compensation applies to weather-related injuries.

A fresh communication strategy to engage workers in signing up for new benefits can provide a better educated employee population.

A fresh communication strategy to engage workers in signing up for new benefits can provide a better educated employee population.

Employers should personalize benefits communications to make them relevant and offer a wide variety of perks that will help workers protect their income.

When reviewing medical and pharmacy contracts, employers should look out for language including medical coverage contact, network integration and rebates.

Tailoring wellness programs to employees can boost participation and improve results.

The aftermath of Hurricane Harvey is bound to raise questions about a firm’s obligation to provide time off under laws such as the Family and Medical Leave Act, one attorney says. Here’s what employers need to know.