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What to do when supervisors act on their own


September 30, 2008 by Bill Meltzer
Posted in: Compliance, In this week's e-newsletter, Latest News & Views

When supervisors act on their own and don’t communicate with you as well as they should, it leaves you with a mess to clean up and puts the company at risk of lawsuits.

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Considering cutbacks? You’re not alone


September 29, 2008 by Bill Meltzer
Posted in: Compensation, Healthcare costs, In this week's e-newsletter, Latest News & Views, Uncategorized

For many employers, the struggling U.S. economy could soon have a direct effect on benefits and compensation.

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Darker side: Bring your guns to work


September 23, 2008 by Bill Meltzer
Posted in: Compliance, In this week's e-newsletter, Latest News & Views, Uncategorized

On the surface, it sounds humorous, but a recent court ruling in Florida has given some employers in that state pause for concern.

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The cost of one drunken employee


September 22, 2008 by Bill Meltzer
Posted in: Absenteeism, Company culture, Disability, Employee education, Latest News & Views

Having even one problem drinker on your health plan – including a covered family member with abuse issues – can cost your company big.

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Employee ignores doctor, company pays


September 21, 2008 by Bill Meltzer
Posted in: Compliance, Disability, In this week's e-newsletter, Latest News & Views

When an employee ignores directions from a doctor, who’s responsible if the worker causes a serious accident on the job?

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A break from traditional health bennies


September 19, 2008 by Bill Meltzer
Posted in: In this week's e-newsletter, Latest News & Views

Evidence-based medicine has become a big buzzword in healthcare over the last few years. But certain non-traditional treatments, like chiropractic care, may also prove effective in certain cases.

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Is self-insurance right for your company?


September 19, 2008 by Bill Meltzer
Posted in: Healthcare costs, In this week's e-newsletter, Latest News & Views

In recent years, it’s become increasingly common for employers with as few as 200 employees to explore self-insurance. But beware of hidden traps.

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How ethnic profiling can lower benefits costs


September 17, 2008 by Bill Meltzer
Posted in: Healthcare costs, Special Report, Wellness

Generally when we hear about racial and ethnic profiling, it’s in a negative light. But what about when it comes to wellness programs?

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IRS updates T&E rates


September 16, 2008 by Bill Meltzer
Posted in: Compensation, In this week's e-newsletter, Latest News & Views, Uncategorized

In the current tough economy, some firms are scaling back on employee business travel. But for many others, it remains a necessity.

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Renewals for 2009: How much pain?


September 16, 2008 by Bill Meltzer
Posted in: Healthcare costs, In this week's e-newsletter, Latest News & Views, Uncategorized

The outlook for benefit cost increases for 2009 may not be as grim as first anticipated.

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