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One hundred reasons to be cautious


March 31, 2009 by Bill Meltzer
Posted in: Compensation, In this week's e-newsletter, Latest News & Views

A lot of companies are switching to electronic hour-tracking systems instead of using old-fashioned time cards.

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Phoning it in


March 27, 2009 by Bill Meltzer
Posted in: Healthcare costs, In this week's e-newsletter, Latest News & Views, Wellness

There’s some good news on at least one healthcare cost front.

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Retirement’s not as close as it used to be


March 26, 2009 by Bill Meltzer
Posted in: Healthcare costs, In this week's e-newsletter, Latest News & Views, Retirement

Many employees nearing retirement are at risk for unexpected health costs.

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Employee benefits mistake lands HR in court


March 25, 2009 by Bill Meltzer
Posted in: Employee education, Special Report

dice-risk

It’s not enough to make sure your education and job-training benefits are available to employees of all ages, ethnic groups and pay levels.

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Obesity management programs: 4 key measures


March 23, 2009 by Bill Meltzer
Posted in: Disability, Latest News & Views, Wellness

Thinking about an obesity-related disease management program for your organization? Here’s what you need to know.

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Obama backs mandatory sick leave: What it means to you


March 18, 2009 by Bill Meltzer
Posted in: Paid time off, Special Report

healthcare-and-justice 

Does your company offer employees paid sick leave or a paid time off bank? If not, you may be forced to in the near future.

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The hidden danger of referral programs


March 16, 2009 by Bill Meltzer
Posted in: Compliance, In this week's e-newsletter, Latest News & Views

For many firms, employee referral programs are a win-win benefit. But be careful.

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This should never be in an employee handbook


March 13, 2009 by Bill Meltzer
Posted in: Compensation, Compliance, In this week's e-newsletter, Latest News & Views

Be careful what you write in employee handbooks. Seemingly innocent mistakes or careless wording can create major liabilities.

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Disability: 4 ways fakers are cheating and winning


March 11, 2009 by Bill Meltzer
Posted in: Special Report

handicap-sign

Over the course of your career as a benefits manager, there’s a good chance that you’ll eventually run into an employee with a paid disability claim that doesn’t seem to be on the up and up.

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Money’s the matter


March 10, 2009 by Bill Meltzer
Posted in: Compensation, Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs), In this week's e-newsletter, Latest News & Views

Do you know the fastest-growing reason for EAP use since 2003?

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