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Key parts of the Oregon Equal Pay Act of 2017 will become effective on January 1, 2019. Part of the law—limits on employers’ right to seek salary history information—took effect in October 2017, and another section—the part giving employees the right to sue under the law and seek enhanced remedies—won’t take effect until 2024, but […]
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Question: What are the considerations under the FLSA if an employee is temporarily assigned the duties of his supervisor (filling in for vacation, etc.)?
Earlier this year, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) clarified what type of coverage is needed to make an individual eligible for a health savings account (HSA).
The idea of hiring an unpaid “Intern” might be just what you are looking for. Who doesn’t want a capable worker whom you don’t have to pay? Better slow down, things are not as they seem.
If you’ve ever watched a sci-fi TV show or movie, you’ll know that robots and technology are shown as something to fear and run away from. In the business world, this narrative has resonated in some industries more than others. The finance industry, for example, has historically been slow and hesitant to adopt technology into […]
Danielle McCoy, Chief People Officer at Raft, a leading defense technology firm, is a true culture crusader. At Raft, a woman- and immigrant-owned organization defying the norms of the government contracting industry, McCoy champions a people-first approach that prioritizes employee well-being and fosters a unique, inclusive environment. In a sector traditionally known for its rigid […]
Lately, it seems like everyone knows someone who’s thinking about quitting their job. In fact, according to a study by LinkedIn and Microsoft, reported by Fortune, a whopping 52% of workers in 2024 are eyeing the exit—up from 40% during the Great Resignation. But why is the desire to leave still climbing when it seemed […]
For employees, open season brings an opportunity to select a new healthcare plan that meets their needs. Unless they have the right information to evaluate their choices, however, they could end up with a plan that offers more headaches than health care. Many people make their decision based on the cost of premiums alone, but […]
Before Jeff Ostermann got his start in the HR industry, he held various finance and business leadership roles at Fortune 500 companies. Now with nearly three years of skin in the HR industry, Ostermann says stepping into a Chief People Officer role was a “natural evolution.” “Throughout my prior business career, I had always been […]