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FMLA Expiration and COBRA

Last Updated October 21st, 2022
in Benefits & Compensation, HR Compliance Question of the Week

It is common for employee coverage eligibility to expire after 12 weeks of leave under FMLA and any other required leave.

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Work-Life Balance Has Become Work-Life Integration

Last Updated October 12th, 2022
in Employee Relations Question of the Week

Adopting a work-life integration approach to your work environment just might be the key to attracting and retaining your best employees.

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Are Employee Gift Cards Considered Taxable Benefits?

Last Updated October 12th, 2022
in Benefits & Compensation, HR Compliance Question of the Week

If you provide gift cards as employee rewards, do you know whether they are taxable benefits? Read this HR Question of the Week to find out!

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Is It Okay To Use Personality Tests Prior To An Interview?

Last Updated October 12th, 2022
in HR Compliance, Recruitment Question of the Week

If you administer personality profile tests before an interview, you may want to reassess your recruitment process, and here's why.

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How To Determine If A Home Office Injury Is Covered By Workers’ Compensation

Last Updated October 12th, 2022
in Health, Safety & Security Question of the Week

Remote workplace injuries can be harder to investigate. Here's how to determine if an injury is covered by workers' compensation.

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How Can I Stop Candidates From Ghosting After Accepting an Offer?

Last Updated October 12th, 2022
in Recruitment Question of the Week

Are your candidates ghosting after accepting an offer? Don't miss this article with tips to keep those candidates engaged!

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Are Wellness Program Incentives Taxable?

Last Updated October 3rd, 2022
in Benefits & Compensation Question of the Week

With wellness programs on the rise, there is plenty of opportunity for employees to receive various incentives – from t-shirts and event tickets to gift cards and cash. As employers consider wellness program design and how to incentivize employees (if at all), they should keep in mind that many wellness program incentives are not excluded from income tax.

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