Filings for jobless benefits in the U.S. unexpectedly settled back last week, underscoring a resilient labor market even as the Atlantic hurricane season introduces added volatility to the figures, Labor Department data showed Thursday.

A roundup of storm coverage — including the challenges companies are facing, understanding time off obligations and how benefits can help — on Employee Benefit News.

Women in the workplace are less satisfied at work which could lead to lost talent and lower performing workers unless employers step up efforts.

There are four steps advisers can share with employers to proactively address potential abuse in the workplace.

For adviser Cerrina Jensen of CoreMark Insurance Services, helping entrepreneurs succeed and offer great benefits is personal.

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.

A rising trend in available positions highlights robust labor conditions as steady sales and economic growth keep companies on the hunt, DOL figures show.

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.

The platform helps employers send emergency notifications to workers in events like Hurricane Irma.

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.

Requirements can be difficult to follow, but mistakes can cost a broker and their client big money in fines, penalties, civil lawsuits, audits and more, says Word & Brown’s Marc McGinnis.

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.

The platform helps employers send emergency notifications to workers in events like Hurricane Irma.

Agency Growth Mastermind Partnership comes together in Philadelphia to commit to a new way of doing business.

Employee assistance programs and telepsychiatry can assist in treating depression and anxiety, as well as aid employers in removing the stigma around seeking treatment.

Brokers need to actively work to become better advisers who are more equipped to help clients, says Danny O’Connell.

Closing offices, activating emergency plans and backing up data, brokerages plan to weather the storm.

Closing offices, activating emergency plans and backing up data, brokerages plan to weather the storm.

A recent court's decision effectively nullifies the DOL's overtime rule in its entirety.