Employee Benefit News

DECEMBER 26, 2023

Issues like Medicare increases and student loan relief will impact employees' ability to plan for their financial future.

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TalentCulture - Employee Benefits

DECEMBER 27, 2023

The pandemic was a powerful force that profoundly changed the nature of work. When lockdowns eventually lifted and organizations welcomed people back to the office, many employees began seeking greater flexibility to align their work roles and personal responsibilities. Now, employers around the world recognize the need to strike a balance between remote work options […] The post Commuter Benefits: Where Do They Fit in the Future of Work?

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PeopleKeep

DECEMBER 27, 2023

Healthcare costs are rising , making it difficult for small business owners to afford traditional group health plans. Employers are searching for cost-effective ways to provide healthcare benefits to their employees. Health reimbursement arrangements (HRAs) are an excellent solution for affordable coverage.

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TalentCulture - Employee Benefits

DECEMBER 26, 2023

Recruiting top talent isn’t easy — especially in today’s market. Despite recent economic challenges, many employers are still struggling to find strong people for open roles. Modern job seekers are looking for flexibility in all its forms. And that means employers need to raise their game with meaningful office amenities. So, what exactly can your […] The post 6 Office Amenities to Attract Top Talent in 2024 appeared first on TalentCulture.

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HR Bartender

DECEMBER 26, 2023

Estimated reading time: 4 minutes I learned a new term recently – p(doom). It stands for the “probability of doom” when it comes to artificial intelligence (AI) and a doomsday scenario. P(doom) is a scale that runs from 0 to 100. The higher you score yourself, the more convinced you are that AI is going to wipe out civilization. I first read about p(doom) in The New York Times newsletter DealBook where it reported that sharing your p(doom) score is becoming more mainstream and some people are ev

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HR Digest

DECEMBER 26, 2023

Google is setting up to fire employees all over again, despite the 12,000 workers who were laid off this year already. The reason? According to LiveMint , a report first published in The Information indicates that Google’s AI-powered ads have grown so self-sufficient that they no longer require as many individuals to oversee its functioning, making Google lay off employees who no longer have a necessary role at the company.

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PayrollOrg

DECEMBER 27, 2023

Effective January 1, 2024, there is no California state disability insurance (SDI) taxable wage base limit, which means there is no cap on the amount of employee contributions for SDI.

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Qandle

DECEMBER 25, 2023

In the fast-paced realm of project management, efficiency and organization are paramount. With the ever-evolving landscape of technology, project managers now have access to a plethora of sophisticated software tools designed to streamline processes, enhance collaboration, and ensure successful project delivery. In this blog post, we will delve into some of the most innovative project management software solutions that are reshaping the way teams work together.

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PeopleKeep

DECEMBER 29, 2023

Offering health benefits as part of your compensation package is an excellent way to attract and retain employees. Employers that offer health benefits need to fully understand their income tax reporting obligations to avoid penalties from the IRS. Some health benefits operate on a pre-tax basis, while others operate on a post-tax basis. How you report them on your employees’ W-2 forms will differ depending on the type of benefit you offer.

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HR Digest

DECEMBER 27, 2023

Many new employment laws in 2023 have been introduced to reshape the regulations that oversee the safety of US citizens, and companies that want to avoid any complications in the future should ensure they update their regulations and policies to match them as well. The US employment regulations this year have not introduced too many major changes that necessitate significant restructuring but the rules are impactful nonetheless.

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Business Management Daily

DECEMBER 29, 2023

Work is a part of life. Like our hunter-gatherer ancestors, survival today depends on going out and getting food if we want to eat. Survival these days doesn’t depend as much on running fast and dragging game back home (unless you count bringing in all the groceries in one trip), but it still requires effort. Communities are where cooperation and specialization allow each person to do their own thing and share their skills for everyone’s benefit.

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Employee Benefit News

DECEMBER 29, 2023

From flexibility to expert advice, employers have a better shot of retaining talent when they offer support to employees caring for loved ones.

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Proskauer's Employee Benefits & Executive Compensa

DECEMBER 26, 2023

The decision in Bolton v. Inland Fresh Seafood Corp. of America Inc. , No. 22-cv-4602 (N.D. Ga. Dec. 5, 2023)should serve as a reminder to all ERISA practitioners that, if litigating in courts of the Eleventh Circuit, participants must exhaust a plan’s claims procedures before commencing a lawsuit—regardless of the type of ERISA claim asserted. In this case, several former employees and participants in Inland Fresh Seafood Corporation of America, Inc.’s Employee Stock Ownership Plan (“ESOP”) sue

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Wellable

DECEMBER 27, 2023

Apple has halted sales of some Apple Watch models in the US due to a patent dispute with Masimo. Explore what’s behind this legal battle. The post Apple Watch Sales Halt: What’s Behind It? appeared first on Wellable.

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Florida Workers' Comp

DECEMBER 28, 2023

There must be something in the air this week. The news pulls me back to how we use the works of others. There is significant coverage of the plagiarism allegations at Harvard. See Challenges of Service (December 2023). The Boston Globe put an interesting headline on it later that same day: " Harvard strains to find other words for ‘plagiarism ’." Billy Shakespear wrote, "A rose by any other name would smell as sweet.

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McDermott Will & Emery Employee Benefits

DECEMBER 27, 2023

The price of prescription drugs has brought scrutiny to the entire drug supply chain. Congress and other policymakers continue to seek opportunities to lower costs for patients and the federal government. Pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) are a key stakeholder in the drug supply chain, functioning as intermediaries between insurance providers and pharmaceutical manufacturers.

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Darwinbox

DECEMBER 29, 2023

2023 was a year of New Territory, defined by technological advancements and cultural phenomena, all over the world, and at Darwinbox as well. Let’s look at the top 8 reasons that made 2023 a Year of New Territory. with a bonus at the end! Everywhere we look in 2023, we see ourselves in new territory. The world is changing fast! So many times this year we’ve traipsed into terra incognita, propelled by groundbreaking achievements, technological advancements, and cultural phenomena.

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Employee Benefit News

DECEMBER 27, 2023

When pharmacists can collaborate with a patient's care team, health outcomes will improve while money and lives are saved.

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Florida Workers' Comp

DECEMBER 24, 2023

Recently, in The Value Exchange (October 2023), this highlighted a younger worker who had thoughts about the challenges of a 9 to 5 world of work. It is not easy to make ends meet in this world, and it it is an uncertain place. There are times when circumstances beyond one's control can make the paycheck-to-paycheck existence challenging. There is also too much tendency to see this as a "today" problem.

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McDermott Will & Emery Employee Benefits

DECEMBER 28, 2023

In a series of recent posts, we have examined a sampling of comments submitted in response to proposed regulations under the Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act (MHPAEA). The proposed regulations were issued earlier this year by the US Departments of Labor, Health and Human Services and the Treasury (the Departments). Our previous MHPAEA content is […] The post Parsing MHPAEA Claims Under the Proposed Rule: E.W. v.

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HR Lineup

DECEMBER 27, 2023

In the dynamic and fast-paced world of work, emotions play a crucial role in shaping individual and collective experiences. While positive emotions often contribute to a healthy work environment, the presence of negativity, especially in the form of grumpiness, can have far-reaching consequences. In this comprehensive exploration, we will delve into the meaning of grumpy staying in the work environment, identify signs of its presence, analyze potential causes, and discuss effective strategies fo

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Employee Benefit News

DECEMBER 29, 2023

Data shows that the $5,000 annual tax limit does not cover the average price of one child in center-based infant care.

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Patriot Software

DECEMBER 29, 2023

Aggressive promotion, scams, and ERC mills—that’s the drama surrounding the employee retention credit (ERC). The ERC was a lifeline for small businesses struggling to stay open during the pandemic. But bad actors quickly pounced on the opportunity.

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McDermott Will & Emery Employee Benefits

DECEMBER 26, 2023

In recent years, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has expanded payment for remote monitoring services in an effort to pay for non-face-to-face services that improve care coordination for Medicare beneficiaries. On November 2, 2023, CMS released the calendar year 2024 final rule for services reimbursed under the Medicare Physician Fee Schedule.

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HR Lineup

DECEMBER 25, 2023

Enterprise Performance Management (EPM) has become an integral part of modern business strategy, enabling organizations to plan, monitor, and optimize their performance. In 2024, the market is flooded with advanced EPM software solutions that offer a range of features to streamline financial processes, enhance decision-making, and drive overall business success.

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