Florida Workers' Comp
MAY 28, 2024
Much is determined by the groceries. If all you bring us is kumquats, banana pudding, and spam, you can hardly be shocked when the judge doesn't conjure a gourmet meal as a result. People like to complain about judicial decisions, but before you blame the cook, look at what groceries were brought. That said, there are some reasonably terrible cooks out there, whose best efforts with a filet mignon may not be fit to feed a raccoon.
Employee Benefits
MAY 28, 2024
About 1,000 Unite union members working at two Morrisons warehouses have undertaken strike action for three days over a cut in company contributions to their pensions. The workers at sites in West Yorkshire and Cheshire claim to be losing £500 each through the company’s plan to reduce how much it puts into their pension pot while workers pay more.
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HR Bartender
MAY 21, 2024
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Money Talk
MAY 23, 2024
It seems like scams are everywhere these days and they affect people of all ages. Below are eight expert recommendations to avoid being a victim of fraud: Get a Contract and Read It- Always have written contracts and review them carefully before signing them when engaging contractors or other service providers to perform work. Don’t leave any blank spaces and always keep a copy of any document that you are asked to sign.
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Picture a workplace where physiological safety is not just an aim but a reality, driven by thoughtful employee benefits that prioritize mental health, wellbeing, and DEI. 🤔 ✨ Achieving this vision requires more than just occasional training sessions and employee assistance programs. Moving beyond the basics, this vision calls for a holistic approach that integrates these elements into your company culture as well as your HR and benefits strategy.
Florida Workers' Comp
MAY 23, 2024
The British Broadcasting Corporation British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) noted recently an evolving "arms race" in the realm of deep fakes. The article explains that some humans have a curious ability to identify fake photographs on a reasonably consistent basis. Despite that, the rest of us seemingly struggle in that regard. The supposition is, therefore, that technology will be required.
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Employee Benefits
MAY 24, 2024
Lego is to tie a portion of its salaried employees’ bonus payments to annual emissions from this year. The organisation will then expand this over time to cover scope three emissions as part of its goal to become a more sustainable business. The move is part of its new carbon key performance indicator (KPI) initiative that it is rolling out to help with its target of reducing emissions by 37% by 2032 and achieving net zero by 2050.
International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans
MAY 23, 2024
It’s been a busy time in Washington, D.C., with an array of regulatory releases since mid-March. Adding to the attention this space has already been drawing, the latest Talking Benefits podcast episode provides a run-down of what’s been happening so plan sponsors […] The post It’s a Busy Time in Washington: What Plan Sponsors Should Care About appeared first on Word on Benefits.
Employee Benefit News
MAY 22, 2024
Executives from SureCo discuss how employees can buy their own plans directly from carriers, without losing employer support.
PayrollOrg
MAY 21, 2024
PayrollOrg’s annual Prism Awards are presented each year to innovative payroll departments that exhibit best practices. Nominate your payroll department by July 19, 2024.
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There’s a new overtime salary threshold that will impact employers across the country. If you have an employee making less than $43,888 on July 1 or less than $58,656 on January 1, you’re going to have to start paying overtime. Download Paycor’s guide to learn: Which groups of employees are affected? How should you classify employees? Best ways to mitigate risk.
International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans
MAY 21, 2024
May is Healthy Vision Month, which makes it a spectacular time to review vision benefit offerings and communicate to employees and plan participants the importance of eye care. According to the 2022 Employee Benefits Survey, more than half (62%) of U.S. employers […] The post Seeing the Value of Vision Benefits appeared first on Word on Benefits.
Employee Benefit News
MAY 22, 2024
Residing at the intersection of technology and healthcare, this simple approach is a testament to the possibilities that await when we dare to rethink traditional systems.
Florida Workers' Comp
MAY 26, 2024
A law firm website in Jacksonville is currently returning an "under construction" page. The Florida Supreme Court ordered attorney James Alfred Stanley ordered attorney James Alfred Stanley to stop accepting new clients in April. He is to stop practicing law while an investigation is ongoing. The Court appointed a referee to oversee that investigative process.
HR Lineup
MAY 26, 2024
Goal-setting is a cornerstone of successful teamwork, helping to align efforts, track progress, and achieve collective objectives. As teams become more distributed and projects more complex, the right goal-setting software can make all the difference. What is Goal Setting Software? Goal-setting software is a specialized type of software designed to help individuals, teams, and organizations define, track, and achieve their goals.
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In today’s dynamic work landscape, where the lines between personal and professional life blur, understanding the intricate interplay between social determinants of health (SDoH) and emotional wellbeing is paramount. Employers must acknowledge that the whole person comes to work and every aspect of a person’s personal and professional life, especially their mental health, comes with them.
Employee Benefits
MAY 28, 2024
South Staffordshire College and Cornwall Council have been shortlisted in the category Best public sector benefits at the Employee Benefits Awards 2024. This award, which was introduced in 2023, is aimed at public sector organisations that cover public goods or government services, such as law enforcement, the military, infrastructure, public transport, public education, healthcare and government organisations.
McDermott Will & Emery Employee Benefits
MAY 23, 2024
The New York State fiscal year 2024 – 2025 budget institutes a new tax on health plans, including insurers and managed care organizations. This tax has been garnering attention for its promise to yield $4 billion for New York State. The expected revenue from the tax, however, is set to come not from the health […] The post New York State Budget Institutes Revenue-Neutral Health Plan Tax appeared first on EMPLOYEE BENEFITS BLOG.
Employee Benefit News
MAY 28, 2024
Access to mental health care varies by state across the U.S. Here are 20 most lacking in support.
Workplace Insight
MAY 28, 2024
Concrete and steel production are major contributors to global CO2 emissions, but a new technology from Cambridge University offers a promising solution: recycling both materials simultaneously. This innovative process involves using old concrete in steel-processing furnaces to not only purify iron but also generate “reactivated cement” as a by-product.
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The pressure is on to create a positive onboarding experience. Plus, a sub-par onboarding process can domino into other concerns such as low performance, burnout (for you and new hires), and retention challenges. Our 2024 State of HR report will give you a realistic picture of the HR landscape and tips to onboarding effectively in the year to come.
HR Lineup
MAY 24, 2024
In today’s fast-paced corporate environment, Human Resources (HR) departments are under increasing pressure to manage employee queries, issues, and tasks efficiently. HR ticketing systems have become an essential tool for streamlining these processes, ensuring that employee concerns are addressed promptly, and improving overall HR service delivery.
Employee Benefits
MAY 28, 2024
The Paternity Leave (Bereavement) Act 2024 has been passed into law to give working fathers and non-birthing partners automatic rights to immediate paternity leave if the mother dies. The Act, which received Royal Assent on the last day of the current Parliament on Friday 24 May, ensures that bereaved fathers or non-birthing partners will automatically get the right to day-one paternity leave if the mother, or a person with whom a child is placed or expected to be placed for adoption, dies.
McDermott Will & Emery Employee Benefits
MAY 28, 2024
On April 22, 2024, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) released a final rule that will require long-term care facilities (LTCFs) to satisfy minimum nurse staffing standards with the goal of addressing patient quality of care and safety concerns. The final rule is anticipated to result in approximately 80% of LTCFs needing to […] The post Finalized Nursing Staff Standards Will Impact Most Long-Term Care Facilities appeared first on EMPLOYEE BENEFITS BLOG.
Employee Benefit News
MAY 21, 2024
Dr. Jenna Glover, chief clinical officer at Headspace, shares how to lower stress and increase emotional resilience.
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InterWest Insurance Services
MAY 21, 2024
The U.S. Department of Labor has issued a final rule increasing the federal salary threshold for overtime exemptions by 65%, with the full increase starting in 2025. Currently, any worker who does not earn at least $35,568 per year ($684 per week) must be paid overtime if they work more than 40 hours in a week, regardless of if they are classified as a manager or professional.
HR Lineup
MAY 22, 2024
In 2024, the landscape of Human Resources (HR) is increasingly shaped by advanced reporting software that transforms data into actionable insights. Human Resources (HR) reporting software is an essential tool in modern HR management, enabling organizations to gather, analyze, and present data related to various HR functions. This software facilitates the transformation of raw HR data into insightful reports, aiding in strategic decision-making and operational efficiency.
Employee Benefits
MAY 28, 2024
Nortel Networks UK pension plan has completed a third and final buyout deal to insure the final tranche of members’ benefits. The plan entered a Pension Protection Fund (PPF) assessment after Nortel Networks went into administration in 2009. The plan was able to secure material additional funds from the Nortel insolvency process while in PPF assessment in order to improve member benefits.
McDermott Will & Emery Employee Benefits
MAY 21, 2024
In a recent On the Subject (available here), we reported on the impact of the final rule (final rule) interpreting Section 1557 of the Affordable Care Act (ACA) on self-funded group health plans that contract with licensed health insurance issuers to provide administrative services. That article considered instances in which neither the plan sponsor nor […] The post The ACA 1557 Final Regulations: Plans and Plan Sponsors as Covered Entities appeared first on EMPLOYEE BENEFITS BLOG.
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There’s no way around it: sometimes employees need your help. Use this free template to clarify expectations, share resources, and set a timeline. Best case scenario, this process helps them improve. Worst case, your great recordkeeping keeps you compliant even if they move on. Download the template today!
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