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    Negligent entrustment can end in costly settlements

    Allowing an employee to drive on behalf of their employer without ensuring that the individual has a valid driver’s license and clean driving record can be considerednegligent entrustment. Employers can be held liable by third parties under negligent entrustment tort laws for auto accidents caused...

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    Employee Assistance Program services in demand

    As the world adapts to a working in a post-Covid-19 environment, the way employees prioritize benefit offerings is also changing. Employee Assistance Programs are gaining more traction, and worth adding to your benefits lineup. 

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    High deductibles don't have to mean high health care spend

    High deductible health plans (HDHPs) boast relatively low monthly premiums in exchange for higher deductibles. This can cause some enrollees to delay care because they are unable to pay out of pocket to meet their deductible. With one-third of covered U.S. workers opting for HDHP plans, employees...

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    DOL withdraws independent contractor rule

    The Department of Labor’s (DOL) Wage and Hour Division (WHD) officially withdrew the rule regarding independent contractors and joint employment put forward by the Trump administration, citing that “the Rule is inconsistent with the FLSA’s text and purpose, and would have a confusing and disruptive...

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    Fraudulent unemployment claims skyrocket

    The rise in fraudulent unemployment claims throughout the country has soared this year. Criminals, using stolen personally identifiable information (PII), are submitting online claims hoping to cash in on the chaos and uncertainty within companies and government offices created by the pandemic.

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    Can employers declare flu shots mandatory?

    In the midst of a global pandemic, and with flu season around the corner, employers are struggling to find ways to keep the workplace healthy and safe. 

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    6 ways to improve employee mental health

    A pandemic can have negative effects on your employees’ mental health.Use the strategies below to show employees your support for their emotional state.

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    Build your winning team

    Team building is more important now than ever, as many companies transition to online work. Cohesive teams are integral for any organization’s success. Learn what you can do as an employer and manager to streamline team connection and success.

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    Encourage proper diabetes management in the workplace

    Pharmacy costs are rising, premiums are increasing, wellness program results are lackluster, and now several employees are suffering from diabetes, a dangerous condition with high-cost claims. Diabetes is physically and monetarily costly, but these concerns can diminish with proper disease...

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    5 benefits of moving to an online enrollment system

    Paper enrollment forms are rapidly being replaced with cost-saving technology. The future of benefits enrollment is online, and the transition to an online platform with carrier integration has several advantages.

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