Tue.Jan 25, 2022

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APA Engages With House Financial Services Committee on EWA

PayrollOrg

The APA submitted comments to Congress on earned wage access (EWA) following a hearing of the House Financial Services Committee’s Task Force on Financial Technology in November.

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How to engage in healthy debate at work: Top do’s and don’ts

Insperity

When people work together in a group, it’s not uncommon to have disagreements. In a workplace, the trick is learning how to productively work through disagreements to arrive at an optimal solution – in other words, learning how to engage in healthy debate. Leaders may be tempted to shrink from the idea of debate, or what we perceive as difficult conversations with employees , because most people dislike conflict.

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Submit Questions for Federal Agencies to Answer at Payroll Congress 2022

PayrollOrg

Searching for an answer to a burning payroll question best answered by a federal agency? Send it to APA’s Government Relations Division and we will consider asking it during the Forum on Federal Payroll Issues sessions at the 2022 Payroll Congress.

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Cushon acquires Creative’s workplace pension scheme

Employee Benefits

Workplace savings fintech firm Cushon has acquired financial services business Creative’s workplace pension scheme. This is Cushon’s third workplace pension acquisition in two years, in line with regulatory goals to drive further consolidation in the market. With the addition of the 14,500 additional employers under Creative’s pension trust, this makes Cushon the fifth largest master trust pension provider in the UK, with its total customers figure now reaching 400,000.

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An HR Leaders Guide: 7 Questions To Ask When Developing Your Cancer Strategy

As HR and Benefits leaders are in the midst of evaluating cancer care solutions and designing their requirements for vendors, it’s key to know what questions to ask to ensure the development of a truly comprehensive strategy: from prevention to diagnosis to treatment to survivorship. Getting to the right answers starts with asking the right questions: How can better access improve engagement?

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Child Support Report Features Employer’s Perspective on e-IWO

PayrollOrg

Read APA’s article, “e-IWO from the Employer’s Perspective,” in the November edition of the Child Support Report, published by the federal Office of Child Support Enforcement.

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APA Comments on 32-Hour Workweek Bill

PayrollOrg

The APA Government Relations Task Force Federal Issues Subcommittee wrote to the House Committee on Education and Labor in November to oppose a bill proposing to change the workweek from 40 hours to 32 hours before overtime pay is required.

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What your hiring process should look like in 2022

Business Management Daily

Long gone are the days when adding staff meant posting a “help wanted” sign today and bringing aboard a new employee tomorrow. The modern hiring process, especially in times of low unemployment, involves numerous steps. Businesses must spend time figuring out what type of talent they need and how to attract qualified candidates. Then, they need to evaluate resumes received, decide who merits an interview, and verify the credentials of individuals they might want to hire.

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Child Support Report Explains New Standardized Form for VOE Requests

PayrollOrg

Read APA’s article, “Standardizing Employment Verification Responses to Efficiently Support Families,” in the December edition of the Child Support Report, published by the federal Office of Child Support Enforcement.

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District Court Rejects Demand for Jury Trial in 401(k) Investment Litigation

Proskauer's Employee Benefits & Executive Compensa

A South Carolina federal district court denied plaintiffs’ demand for a jury trial in an ERISA fiduciary-breach action. The court held that, because federal courts in the Fourth Circuit and elsewhere have consistently held that ERISA claims are equitable in nature even when plaintiffs seek monetary relief, jury trials are unavailable. The case is Williams et al. v.

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6 Steps to a Better Compensation Strategy

Compensation is one of your biggest expenses as a business, but it is also your biggest investment in your people and your culture. A great compensation strategy can be an incredible asset that supports your business goals and lays a foundation of trust between your company and your employees. Whether you already have a compensation strategy in place or you’re building one from scratch, this guide will help you level up your approach through these 6 steps: 1.

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IRS Issues Guidance on Early Termination of ERC

PayrollOrg

The IRS released guidance for employers on the early termination of the employee retention credit (ERC) if they received an advance payment or reduced deposits in anticipation of the credit.

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ERISA Enforcement in 2021 (and How to Avoid It in 2022) | BerniePortal

BerniePortal

The US Department of Labor (DOL) recently released a fact sheet covering 2021 enforcement actions and monetary recoveries by the Employee Benefits Security Administration (EBSA) , the agency responsible for enforcing ERISA regulations for qualified plans. Employers and plan administrators can learn a lot from these statistics, including common compliance mistakes to avoid.

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U.S. Supreme Court Blocks OSHA’s COVID-19 Requirements

PayrollOrg

On January 13, the U.S. Supreme Court blocked the Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s (OSHA) emergency temporary standard to protect workers from COVID-19.

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5 Best Internship Platforms in 2022

HR Lineup

Internships help students and new graduates gain hands-on experience into their career. Organizations also benefit from interns since they get to build talent pools from the best and relieve senior staff members of basic duties to focus on more complex matters. Note that many online internship platforms are offering internship for job seekers, making it challenging for individuals to find the best internship platforms in 2022.

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Recruit and Retain New Blue-Collar Talent

Blue-collar jobs have a branding problem. One company, GEON, partnered with Paycor to find the solution. Learn how to attract, engage, and retain blue-collar employees, helping them build meaningful careers – and support your company’s goals.

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Washington Governor Delays Long-Term Care Insurance Payroll Tax

PayrollOrg

The governor of Washington has announced a delay collecting the payroll tax associated with the Washington long-term care insurance program until April 2022.

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Evolving Work Challenges

Florida Workers' Comp

I happened across a sub-stratum of the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) recently. It seems likely that every publication has addressed the concept of work in the modern world. Long before there was a (this) pandemic, technology had begun to facilitate work environments that were less dependent upon physical presence and office environments. But, some contend that what we have lived through will be viewed through the lens of history as an event that changed the world.

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Business Standard Mileage Rate Increases to 58.5 Cents in 2022

PayrollOrg

Beginning January 1, 2022, the business standard mileage rate for transportation expenses paid or incurred will increase to 58.5 cents per mile.

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Lessons from Recent ESOP Litigation

McDermott Will & Emery Employee Benefits

What are some recent trends in employee stock ownership plan (ESOP) litigation? In these slides, McDermott’s Ted Becker and Allison Egan offer insight into what plan fiduciaries need to know. Access the slides. The post Lessons from Recent ESOP Litigation appeared first on EMPLOYEE BENEFITS BLOG.

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Employer Insights Report 2024: The State of Cancer

96% of benefits leaders agree: detecting cancer early is the best way to get ahead of rising costs and improve employee health outcomes. So why is it that 82% of employers currently spend significantly more on post-diagnosis care and disease management rather than upstream care? A new survey of 250 benefits leaders who oversee 500 to 50,000 covered lives highlights their perspective on cancer and its burden.

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Payroll Currently Provides Payroll Professionals With Knowledge

PayrollOrg

2022 launches a new year of Payroll Currently, a monthly electronic newsletter exclusively for APA members.

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Two-thirds of UK staff asked for wellbeing help in 2021

Employee Benefits

Two-thirds of UK workers actively sought help with their mental and physical health and wellbeing in 2021, according to research. Analysis by benefits outsourcer Hive360 of data from its mobile employee pay and benefits app Engage showed that two in three users had requested support in these areas. The 2021 usage data showed that 60% of all requests for help were health-related.

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Department of Education Extends Federal Student Loan Relief

PayrollOrg

On December 22, 2021, the U.S. Department of Education announced it will extend the federal student loan relief until May 1.

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100 Best Heartfelt Farewell messages for your employees

Darwinbox

Bidding a final goodbye has never been easy for anyone , especially to people who are a part of your everyday life. A good send-off and heartfelt farewell messages can help employers depict the fact that they deeply care about their employees. Although , as hard as the goodbyes are, all you can hope for is for them to excel at whatever they do in the future and wish them all the luck for it.

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Bridging the Gap: The Intersection of DEI Initiatives and Employee Benefits

Speaker: Jaye Johnson, CBP

Unlock the secrets to transforming your organization’s employee benefits into a strategic tool for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI). During this informative session, we will discuss common pitfalls in traditional benefits and then delve into the essence of DEI in employee-centric benefit offerings. This involves not only defining DEI in the workplace but also understanding the pivotal role that employee benefits play in fostering a diverse and inclusive environment.

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Return to In-Person Learning at Capital Summit

PayrollOrg

This year's Capital Summit will be held back in person in Washington, D.C., March 21-22. Register today!

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7 Creative Strategies to Publicize Your Logo

Take It Personel-ly

When you decide to create a logo for your business, you want the logo to represent what your company has to offer. Many people will judge the quality of a product or service based on the first impression they get from a logo. This means that it is supposed to leave a lasting impression, as […]. The post 7 Creative Strategies to Publicize Your Logo appeared first on Take It Personel-ly.

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APA's Payroll Tax Calendar for 2022

PayrollOrg

The APA Compliance Calendar for 2022 is now available on the APA website. It contains important payroll tax payment and reporting dates every payroll professional needs to know during the calendar year.

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A Beginner’s List of Soft Skills for A Successful Career

HR Digest

There are many types of soft skills, and all of these skills are important in the work environment. We should ask a question: “What are soft skills?” To answer this question, we need to know more about interpersonal skills. In this article, we reveal the list of soft skills and their application in modern work. Keep reading to find out more. What are soft skills and why are they important?

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The Employer’s Guide to Early Cancer Detection

A comprehensive early detection strategy for cancer is no longer a nice-to-have for employers; it’s a must. The reality is 1 in 2 women and 1 in 3 men will be diagnosed with cancer at some point in their lives, and the physical, emotional, and financial impact on both employees and employers is great. To help improve your employees’ health outcomes and reduce cancer-related costs, download The Employer’s Guide to Early Detection.