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Healthcare Benefits in 2009: Proven Strategies for Reducing Your Runaway Benefits Costs in a Tough Economy
The U.S. Chamber of Commerce reports that in 2008, a whopping 44 percent of the payroll expenses in the average business went straight to paying the bills for employee benefits. And, Aon Consulting says healthcare costs for employers will jump at least 10 percent this year.
With these pressures, you'll find it very difficult to preserve your current healthcare coverage (or add any new programs) and keep your workers happy with their benefits.
Join us on January 19 for an informative, practical 90-minute audio conference, as our expert shares proven strategies for analyzing, comparing, managing, and reducing your healthcare benefits programs.
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Houses Passes Equal-Pay Bills
The U.S. House of Representatives has approved two pieces of legislation that proponents say will boost protections against gender discrimination in compensation.
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Top and Bottom States for Retirement Plan Participation
New research from the Employee Benefit Research Institute reveals how many wage and salary workers ages 21-64 participate in an employment-based pension or retirement plan. Here we present the top and bottom 5 states in terms of retirement plan participation by employees.
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This Week's Poll
Will Obama's economic stimulus proposals be successful in creating new jobs?
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Last Week's Poll
Confidence is high among our readers that their organizations are ready for this Friday's compliance deadline.
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ADA Amendments Act Audio Conference - January 22
The ADA Amendments Act of 2008 (ADAAA) went into effect January 1, 2009. The law both expands the definition of "disability" and broadens employee protections. With the likelihood that more employees will meet the criteria for being considered "disabled" under the ADA than ever before, you must be prepared to properly evaluate and, in many cases, grant requests for accommodation.
Join us January 22 for an in-depth 90-minute audio conference about your obligations to grant accommodation under the ADAAA.
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Final Reg Issued on Civil Penalties Under the PPA
Plan administrators who fail to disclose certain documents to participants, beneficiaries, and others may face up to $1,000 per day per violation in civil penalties, according to a final regulation recently released by DOL.
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Poll: Economy Will Have Lasting Impact on HR in 2009
When we asked you to identify the 2008 news or event that will most impact HR in 2009, nearly 7 in 10 cited the troubled economy.
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Top 10 Compensation Stories
The following 10 articles are the most popular among Compensation.BLR.com readers in the last 90 days.
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Don't Be Afraid of Social Media: Smart and Simple Ways To Use These Tools for Benefits Communication
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Social media is the buzz at every corporate communications or HR conference, and the tools are growing more quickly than anything else online, yet few companies are effectively integrating these tools into their benefits or strategic HR communication.
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Compensation Q&A
Questions from our Ask the Experts archives
Sometimes my employees tell me they are skipping their 15-minute breaks in order to leave early. They expect to be paid for this time. I believe the time compensable if they are still "at work" taking the break, but not if they leave for non-work purposes. Who is correct?
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HR Challenge®: Form I-9
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has amended regulations governing the types of acceptable identity and employment authorization documents that employees may present to their employers for completion of the Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification. Employers must use the revised Form I-9 beginning February 2, 2009. True or False: Under the new rule, an expired U.S. passport will be acceptable for Form I-9?
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Compensation Hot Topic: New FMLA Regs
An HR Forum subscriber is asking colleagues if they had to update their current FMLA policies due to the new regulations.
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How to Write an Affirmative Action Plan
This how-to manual saves time and money by giving you everything you need for developing a sound affirmative action program--before the EEOC or OFCCP hit you with unintentional discrimination charges.
The Job Analyzer
This comprehensive guide saves employers money because it shows them how to hire employees with the skills for the jobs that need to be done in the organization, as well as how to determine the right amount to pay for the job being performed.
Salary Management Webinar Recording
Order this in-depth 90-minute webinar on how to establish a systematic approach for paying administration that will serve you well whether the economy is thriving or faltering.
Best Practices in Compensation & Benefits Newsletter
This monthly newsletter will ensure that you are on top of the latest compensation and benefits news.
Audio Click 'n Train: FLSA--What Supervisors Need to Know
This easy-to-use training program will help train supervisors and HR professionals to understand FLSA regulations so that they can properly classify their employees and compensate them in accordance with the law, reducing the potential for costly litigation.
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