June 2, 2009 by Bill Meltzer
They’re a proven way to show employees the firm invests more in them than they may think. But be careful.
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April 16, 2009 by Bill Meltzer
Who worries more about health costs: lower-paid or higher paid employees?
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April 7, 2009 by Bill Meltzer
In most cases, payments to employees under a health reimbursement account are not taxed by the IRS. Most cases – but not all.
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April 2, 2009 by Bill Meltzer
The IRS often puts a damper on ingenious incentive ideas that Benefits creates. But not this time.
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March 31, 2009 by Bill Meltzer
A lot of companies are switching to electronic hour-tracking systems instead of using old-fashioned time cards.
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March 13, 2009 by Bill Meltzer
Be careful what you write in employee handbooks. Seemingly innocent mistakes or careless wording can create major liabilities.
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March 10, 2009 by Bill Meltzer
Do you know the fastest-growing reason for EAP use since 2003?
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March 4, 2009 by Bill Meltzer

Tax season is right around the corner. Which fringe benefits are considered taxable compensation and which are de minimus?
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Tags: fringe benefits
February 26, 2009 by Bill Meltzer
What is your key strategy for controlling compensation costs in a down economy?
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January 29, 2009 by Bill Meltzer
President Obama is set to sign the Lilly Ledbetter Fair Pay Act into law today. Not everyone is celebrating.
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