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Bill Seeks to Allow Tax-Free Student Loan Repayments by Employers
Tax-free employer repayments of student loans would be available for the first time under a bill introduced by Rep. Rodney Davis, R-Ill
Online Reviews Sway Job Seekers’ Opinions of Potential Employers
Confirming what talent acquisition professionals already know, research finds job seekers are swayed by current and former employees’ online company reviews
Appeals Court Denies President Trump’s Request to Reinstate Immigration Ban
Employers may continue to process immigration and travel for foreign national workers from the seven countries affected by President Donald Trump’s executive order limiting immigration from those countries, after a…
PAGA Claims Not Subject to Arbitration, California Appeal Court Rules
An employee who filed wage and hour claims against her employer under the California Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA) could not be forced to arbitrate those claims
Employers Take Steps to Curb Specialty Drug Costs
With specialty drug costs spiking higher and the self-administration of these medications becoming more complicated, integrated care management services for employees taking specialty drugs has become vital
Arbitration Agreement Not Enforceable, California Court Rules
A written arbitration agreement between an employee and her employer could not be enforced because the document failed to properly identify the claims covered and to adequately specify the procedures…
In Focus: Federal Court in Dallas Rules in Favor of Fiduciary Rule, But Does It Matter?
The Obama administration’s fiduciary rule was upheld by a federal court in Dallas on Feb. 8
Care Management Vital in Tackling Specialty Pharmacy Costs
With specialty drug costs spiking higher and the self-administration becoming more complicated, integrated care management services for employees taking specialty drugs has become vital. Health plan sponsors should ensure that…
Puerto Rico Overhauls Employment Regime
Puerto Rico is overhauling its employment law regime in an effort to become more competitive in the face of a flagging economy and to become an attractive jurisdiction for establishing…
Facebook’s Generous Bereavement Leave Sets a High Standard
Facebook employees will receive up to 20 days of bereavement leave in the event of a family member's death, Facebook COO Sheryl Sandberg announced. The move could inspire other employers…