In the 1950s, companies began offering in-house programs to help treat employees with alcoholism. These programs turned out to be less expensive than firing and hiring new workers, so they grew in popularity until eventually becoming a mainstream tool among U.S....
As of Jan 1. 2020, over half of the US working force is enjoying higher minimum wages. While some remain unchanged, many states and municipalities have raised their minimum wage to as high as $15 per hour. The states that saw the highest increase were Illinois, New...
When one of your employees experiences the death of a loved one, will you be there to support them? If so, how? Being the employer in this situation can be difficult, since your response will directly impact your relationship with that worker. If you don't show...
Employers and human resources professionals devote a lot of attention today to the needs of younger workers. For instance, chances are good that HR leaders and business administrators can find a wealth of material around attracting and supporting Millennial workers,...
Your company's benefits offerings can represent a strategic differentiator for your brand, helping you to attract top talent and make an impact for recruitment in your industry. However, as benefits offerings continue to change – thanks to both updated...
The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) was established in 1996 to provide safety and security for private medical data. The law requires healthcare administrators to keep individual information non-disclosed and in a secure database....
