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Can catastrophe insurance fill a critical gap in employee benefits?

From wildfires to floods and hurricanes, natural disasters have affected workers across America in recent months. One expert says organizations that incorporate catastrophe insurance for employees will be better-positioned to succeed in a changing climate.

Starbucks just upgraded paid parental leave. Will more employers follow?

As union activity ticks up, more employers may strengthen paid parental leave and other benefits to improve employee experience and drive loyalty, experts say.

5 key voluntary benefits to watch in 2025

A handful of these voluntary benefits are perennial favorites with employers, while others, like identity theft protection plans, are gaining steam among offerings.

Lifestyle spending accounts poised to soar. What HR needs to know

Employers are increasingly giving employees a choice in the benefits that suit their needs via employer-funded lifestyle spending accounts.

Want to keep employees in the fold? Double-down on DE&I

A new survey finds that employees, particularly younger workers, place significant value on an employer's commitment to diversity, especially when it comes to benefits.