Article courtesy of SBAM Approved Partner ASEResearch suggests there is not enough attention given to leaves taken under the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA), and how they correspond to disability claims which may follow. With …
By Scott Lyon, Senior Vice PresidentOne question that our staff repeatedly receives from members and agents goes something like this: If I offer coverage to my employees, will their spouses and children be eligible for …
Article courtesy of SBAM Approved Partner AdvanceHRDuring the last century, the United States has made strides in equality between the sexes in the workplace -- particularly over the last few decades. But the playing field …
Article courtesy of SBAM Approved Partner ASEBy Kevin MarrsAccording to a recent study published in the journal Psychological Science, researchers at the Max Planck Institute for Human Development in Berlin found that older workers are …
Article courtesy of SBAM Approved Partner ASEBy Michael J. Burns In the past week, Michigan’s Right-to-Work laws figured prominently in two important developments.In the first, the AFL-CIO labor union announced that it has targeted Michigan’s …
A specific provision of the Affordable Care Act that impacts ALL employers - regardless of size - takes effect October 1, 2013. The law states that all employers must provide each employee (both full-time and …
A specific provision of the Affordable Care Act that impacts ALL employers - regardless of size - takes effect October 1, 2013. The law states that all employers must provide each employee (both full-time and …
Employees' use of social media can create a lot of headaches for employers, or worse. It doesn't have to be that way. While you can't block every social media post that can potentially give your …
Employees respond positively to positive recognition. Assuming that statement is true, a question follows: Does positive recognition to employees have to cost a lot of money?Debra Sikanas, an expert in the field of employee recognition, …
Article courtesy of SBAM Approved Partner ASEBy Anthony Kaylin Maybe, but likely not—at least not in the matchmaking business.Starting with the fictional Dolly (“Hello Dolly”) Levi up to today’s Patti Stanger (Millionaire Matchmaker) and Melissa …
Article courtesy of SBAM Approved Partner AdvanceHRWhether an employee quits or is fired, there are several issues you need to understand. Read on to learn how to protect your company and how to conduct a …
According to federal statistics, there are an increasing number of employers being charged with discriminating against disabled employees and job applicants. In fact, the number of cases filed during 2012 was the highest since the …
Article courtesy of SBAM Approved Partner ASEBy Michael J. BurnsTypically an organization takes the hit for violations under wage and hour law. But on rare occasions a court may hold that the “employer” is an …
Article courtesy of SBAM Approved Partner ASEBy George BrownAs you have sent out your emails in the past few weeks, chances are you have gotten a good number of kickbacks stating, “I will be out …
Article courtesy of SBAM Approved Partner ASEBy Michael J. BurnsA lot of the press coverage on the City of Detroit’s bankruptcy (Chapter 9) has focused on the real possibility that the city’s retirees will lose …
Article courtesy of SBAM Approved Partner ASEBy Anthony KaylinHere is the question of the day: An employee is injured in an accident driving to work in the morning. Is that employee eligible for workers' compensation?Generally, …
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan is holding a number of health care reform seminars within the next few weeks. These strategy sessions will feature a panel of experts and the latest news and information …
By Steven StraussQuestion: Steve – you always seem to talk about being a good boss. Any suggestions on how I can make this summer better for my staff, and myself?Answer: I completely agree with the …
