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Penalties for Benefits Noncompliance

Zenefits

The adjustments became effective for fines levied on or after March 17, 2022, for any violations that occurred on or after November 2, 2015. Department of Health & Human Services (HHS) announced increases in penalties for noncompliance with benefits laws involving: Privacy. Notification rules. History of benefits compliance. Retirement.

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9 Benefits of Employee Development

Linkedin Talent Blog

The good news is that most employees are willing — even eager — to learn and grow professionally. Investing in learning programs can help your organization and team members enjoy the many benefits of employee development. Your employees are the lifeblood of your organization.

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Updates From the EEOC’s New Strategic Plan

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The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has released its fiscal 2022-2026 strategic plan outlining its vision, goals, and objectives. workplaces are subject to the EEOC for background checks made when hiring, among many other workplace activities where discrimination is possible. Does the EEOC Regulate Background Checks?

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Updates From the EEOC’s New Strategic Plan

Precheck

24, 2023 Chad Ascar Director of Compliance & Training The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has released its fiscal 2022-2026 strategic plan outlining its vision, goals, and objectives. Learn more about the key changes within the EEOC Strategic Plan and how employers can adapt, including when it comes to background checks.

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White Paper: OSHA Vaccine Mandate

Affinity HR Group

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration ( OSHA ) was created “to ensure safe and healthful working conditions for workers by setting and enforcing standards and by providing training, outreach, education, and assistance.” However, we do not recommend expending too much time or expense until the US Supreme Court has ruled.

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How To Avoid A Recruiting Non-Compliance Lawsuit: Hiring Compliance 101

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Most recruiting-based lawsuits deal with discrimination cases, with the average defense expense through settlement costing $160,000. Your goal is to avoid potential discrimination claims and ensure that the company’s reputation remains in good standing with job applicants. Think through your job description. Governing agencies.

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Genetic testing: The next frontier in employee benefits?

HRExecutive

And of particular concern to business leaders, cancer treatments were the top healthcare cost for employers in 2022, according to the Business Group on Health. Reducing employee health risk was a factor in the company’s decision to incorporate genetic testing into its comprehensive benefits portfolio in 2018.