Thu.Jan 23, 2025

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10 best and worst states to retire

Employee Benefit News

Washington, D.C. is the best locale to retire, according to a ranking from Seniorly.

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Did Trump Just Help or Hurt Employer-Based Health Plans?

CorpStrat

Healthcare in the U.S. remains a hot-button issue, and recent decisions under the Trump administration continue to spark debates, particularly regarding their impact on employer-based health plans. While the administration emphasized flexibility and cost-savings in healthcare, many of its policies raised concerns about long-term stability and access to affordable coverage.

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How inclusive hiring processes break down employment barriers

Employee Benefit News

Employers can widen their talent pools by promoting company values and a commitment to creating a culture of belonging.

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More Q&A About 2024 Events and Trends

Money Talk

As I noted in last weeks post , I recently presented a 90-minute 2024 Personal Finance Year in Review webinar for OneOp, and, after the webinar, answered follow-up questions from webinar participants. Below are some additional questions that were asked and my responses: What was the purpose of the 10 year requirement where non-spouse beneficiaries must take RMDs annually during a 10-year payout period?

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How To Master Cost Management In Benefits Without Compromise

Speaker: Carol McBride, PHR, SHRM-CP

What if you could reduce costs and simultaneously enhance the value of your employee benefits? As companies face pressure to cut costs while employee expectations are on the rise, it’s crucial to rethink how benefits are managed. The key to success lies in optimization, not just cuts. Discover how to sustain employee satisfaction, reduce unnecessary spending, and build a benefits program that is agile enough to meet both financial goals and employee expectations in a fast-moving environment.

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Tackle these 5 resolutions with employee programs and benefits

Employee Benefit News

In EBN's first digital magazine of 2025, employers are ready to help employees stick to their resolutions around health and well-being.

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How LA businesses can claim their wildfire insurance benefits

Employee Benefit News

This attorney walks LA employers through what they need to get on the road to financial recovery.

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Cable Journalism Takes a Hit, CNN Announces Job Cuts for 2025

HR Digest

With the fall in viewership and the rise of shortform content, CNN is now turning to job cuts to revive the network and bring it back on top. Spearheading this shift, Mark Thompson, Chief executive of the organization, has made some major changes to the news business in the last year, which includes an overhaul of the CNN business model and platform.

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Take a break: Why office massages are the next big employee benefit

Employee Benefit News

Wellness initiatives, like in-office massages, are a great tool to improving well-being and productivity.

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How to Give a Negative Employee Performance Review

HR Lineup

Negative performance reviews are an essential aspect of effective management. When done constructively, they can help employees identify areas of improvement, enhance their skills, and contribute more effectively to the organization. However, if handled poorly, they can demotivate employees, cause resentment, and even lead to disengagement. This guide outlines best practices for delivering negative performance reviews effectively and compassionately.

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The Great Disruption: Leveraging AI To Better Your Benefits Strategy

Speaker: Joana Ardelean, MSHRM, PHR, SHRM-CP, CC

The benefits landscape is shifting rapidly, and AI is at the center of this transformation. From optimizing health and wellness programs to predicting future benefits needs, AI is empowering HR and total rewards leaders to make smarter, more proactive decisions. The challenge? Understanding where AI fits in your strategy and how to leverage it effectively while keeping employee well-being at the forefront.

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New wildfires in California force thousands to evacuate

Employee Benefit News

Firefighters work to contain blazes that have displaced an additional 50,000 residents.

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IRS Guidance: What Does It Mean?

International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans

A new year means renewed attention to the compliance requirements required of plan sponsors. In addition to legislation and regulations affecting employers, subregulatory guidance helps clarify the law and provides direction and insight into complex rules. What is subregulatory guidance? Regulations or […] The post IRS Guidance: What Does It Mean?

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Ring or Not?

Florida Workers' Comp

The world of workplace safety saw an odd occurrence in Indonesia. A lady was apparently entertaining herself by "sticking her nose through (an office) chairs mesh frame." She either did not consider the implications for her nose ring or had a momentary lapse of caution. Either way, she found herself with a captured nose ring and was unable to break free.

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Employer Contribution Barred

Workers' Compensation

On January 15, 2025, US District Judge Edward S. Kiel issued a significant decision in Wright v. Cezaire (Case No. 21-cv-13491), affirming the exclusivity provision of the New Jersey Workers' Compensation Act. This ruling has crucial implications for employers facing potential liability in third-party lawsuits. Key Issue: Employer Immunity and Contribution The central issue in Wright v.

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10 HR Metrics for 2025: HR Data Toolkit

The right HR metrics can illuminate hidden trends, justify decisions to the C-suite, and give you an edge in this unpredictable economy. Download Paycor’s guide and learn how to calculate your: Cost-per-Hire Total Financial Impact of Absences Voluntary Turnover Rate And more!

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Remote Work Retention: 12 Strategies for Keeping Virtual Teams Engaged

COMPackage

Remote work has become the norm for countless organizations, but with it comes a unique set of challenges for employee retention. Keeping virtual teams engaged requires deliberate strategies that go beyond traditional office practices. Heres how you can build a cohesive and motivated remote workforce while reducing turnover. 1. Foster Strong Communication Channels Effective communication is the backbone of any successful remote team.

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Tracking and Improving Your Agency’s Profitability

InterWest Insurance Services

One of the keys to ensuring the longevity of your insurance agency is having your finances in order and ensuring that you are generating a profit. Thats easier said than done as often the commission checks roll in sporadically during the year, or all at once after peak renewal seasons. Besides the obvious issue of managing trust accounts properly, agencies have to budget carefully throughout the year to ensure they keep the lights on and meet payroll.

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Upcoming webinar: sexual harassment and the Worker Protection Act. Are you compliant?

cipHR

The Worker Protection (Amendment of Equality Act 2010) Act 2023 came into effect in October 2024. What steps have you taken to comply? Are you confident that youre taking reasonable steps to prevent sexual harassment? How are you protecting your employees as they interact with colleagues and customers? Join our head of diversity, Ann Allcock, in conversation with Hiran Odedra, a leading EDI consultant and founder of Unity Bridge Consulting, for answers to all these questions and more.

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Developing Decision-Making Skills

Business Management Daily

Decision-making skills: From simple to complex Decision-making involves choosing an answer to a question or problem. We all make many decisions daily in our professional and personal lives. Decisions, though, vary in how “tough” they are to make. Some have various factors to consider and potential outcomes to evaluate. Others affect people beyond the decision-maker.

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Navigating Payroll Compliance: Future-Proofing Payroll in an Evolving Regulatory Landscape

Speaker: Jennifer Hill

Payroll compliance is a cornerstone of business success, yet for small and midsize businesses, it’s becoming increasingly challenging to navigate the ever-evolving landscape of federal, state, and local regulations. Mistakes can lead to costly penalties and operational disruptions, making it essential to adopt advanced solutions that ensure accuracy and efficiency.

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Throwback Thursday: Booker v. Duke Medical Center (1979)

The Workcomp Writer

Background In the late 1960s and early 1970s, Robert Booker worked as a laboratory technician at Duke Medical Center in Durham, North Carolina, performing routine chemical tests on blood specimens. This was before universal precautions, before mandatory labeling of infectious specimens, before widespread use of protective gloves. Like other lab techs of his era, Booker would handle blood samples with his bare hands, routinely experiencing small spills on his fingers.

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