One of the keys to instituting a good safety program is to get management and supervisor buy-in.
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Getting Buy-in from Managers on Workplace Safety Programs
Employee Texting Blows Holes in Your Company Communications Policy
If you are not aware, your employees are most likely communicating with each other and clients using texting or instant messaging.
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Rating Bureau Recommends Benchmark Rate Decrease for California Employers
IN A SURPISE move, the Workers’ Compensation Insurance Rating Bureau of California has filed a recommendation to reduce average baseline rates on policies by 7.8% at the mid-year mark.
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Trump Hints at Withholding Exchange Subsidies to Prompt ACA’s Decline
Following the House of Representatives’ failed effort to repeal the Affordable Care Act, President Trump has promised that the repealing and replacing law is still one of his top priorities, and also hinted at hastening its demise by withholding the premium subsidies the government pays to health exchanges.
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Companies Struggle with Benefits Compliance
More and more employers are being overwhelmed by all of the compliance requirements associated with managing employee benefits.
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Venturing Abroad? Your Liability Policy May Not Cover You
There may be the occasion when you have to send executives or a team overseas for work. And depending on the destination, the risks will vary – more in some countries and less in others.
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EEOC Says Use of Service Dog is ‘Reasonable Accommodation’ under ADA
The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission has sued an employer for refusing to hire a job applicant because he used a service dog.
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April Is Distracted Driving Awareness Month: Educate Your Staff
As accidents skyrocket in part due to people using their smartphones while behind the wheel, April has been designated Distracted Driving Awareness Month – a great time for you as an employer to further promote safe driving among your staff.
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