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A federal appeals court upheld an earlier ruling that 401(k) plan and individual retirement account (IRA) assets acquired by an ex-spouse in a divorce proceeding aren’t retirement funds protected by federal law from bankruptcy creditors. The case is Brian A. Lerbakken, Debtor-Appellant v. Sieloff and Associates, No. 18-6018 (Bankr. 8th Cir., Oct. 16, 2018).
Between healthcare costs, student loans, and increasing costs of living, keeping your workers’ financial health in mind makes a big difference for everyone. And that difference might just mean an easier time recruiting and less turnover.
Let’s get one thing straight: Even though I grew up in New England, I am NOT a Patriots fan. I happen to like the New York Giants, judge all you want, at least they aren’t as bad as the Los Angeles Rams (or the Cleveland Browns for that matter). With that being said, the recent […]
In yesterday’s Advisor we explored what Ryan Jenkins, known speaker and author, had to say about making a recruiting video really pop for Millennials. Today we’ll hear more from Jenkins. by Ryan Jenkins Check out yesterday’s Advisor to read the first 10 tips he has to offer when it comes to making a recruiting video […]
An employee’s health is strongly tied to his or her engagement in the workplace. Wellness initiatives, including programs and coaching, can foster a culture that will improve productivity and will help the bottom line.
Many employers think that they need to offer things like table tennis in large and custom-designed breakrooms, organic juice bars, bring-your-dog-to-work days, and free lunch every other day—especially when it comes to hiring younger employees—to retain employees and keep them happy.
While employers increasingly see the benefits of HR technology, a new survey from global talent solutions firm Randstad Sourceright also finds there are serious concerns about the pace of change.
A candidate I was working with recently interviewed for a chief strategy director position with a rapidly growing independent advertising agency. He was excited about the opportunity and motivated to meet with the COO of the firm.
by Bradd N. Siegel, Porter Wright Morris & Arthur LLP Republicans swept every major statewide race in Ohio, taking back the Governor’s Office, the Attorney General’s Office, and the post for chief justice of the Ohio Supreme Court from incumbent Democrats. Republicans also claimed the open U.S. Senate seat. Former Senator Mike DeWine, the new […]
Litigation Value: $50,000. In this week’s episode of The Office, Michael Scott is on camera calling Kelly Kapoor dusky and exotic, and then Dwight Schrute, the assistant to the regional manager, refers to her southern India birth before he threatens her. A jury somewhere will find against Dunder Mifflin for race discrimination. Of course, that […]