Conducting effective and lawful job interviews is crucial for employers aiming to hire the best candidates. A well-managed interview process not only ensures fairness but also provides valuable insights into each candidate’s suitability for the role.
For business owners and HR professionals, wearing many hats is a daily reality. You juggle finances, marketing, operations, and so much more, all while trying to ensure your employees have access to the benefits they deserve.
While employers have traditionally insured their employee benefits risks through an outside insurance carrier, the increased demand for employee benefits has resulted in an inflation of costs associated with insuring employee benefits risks.
On January 9, 2024, the Department of Labor released a final rule that revises how to classify workers as employees or independent contractors under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).
Attracting and retaining top talent remains a critical challenge for companies navigating an ever-evolving labor market landscape. In 2024, the need for agility and strategic foresight will only intensify. Balancing rising healthcare costs and inflation with employee needs and value expectations demands innovative solutions.
The Internal Revenue Service has established increased limits in 2024 for health savings accounts and employee benefits plans, and for benefits professionals, it’s important to prepare for these changes as we enter a new year. These increased limits present more opportunities for employees to maximize their healthcare savings in 2024.
It's especially important for human resources professionals to make sure that all compliance-related matters have been addressed and that any loose ends are tied up before the start of the new year.