Colorado FAMLI Premium Rate to Remain at 0.9% for 2025 – The premium contribution rate for Colorado’s paid family and medical leave insurance program, known as FAMLI, will remain at 0.9% of employee wages for calendar year 2025, according to the Colorado Department of Labor and Employment.
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On Aug. 30, 2024, the U.S. Department of Labor’s (DOL) Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) published a notice of proposed rulemaking in the Federal Register to protect workers from heat injury and illness. If finalized, the new standard would apply to all employers conducting indoor and outdoor work in all general industry, construction, maritime, and agricultural sectors where OSHA has jurisdiction, subject to limited exceptions.
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According to a recent survey of employers by the International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans (IFEBP), U.S. employers estimate a median 8% increase in health care costs for 2025. Catastrophic health claims and rising specialty prescription drug prices drive the projected increase. The latest findings are greater than those of the past two annual surveys, which both projected a 7% rise in health care costs.
Analysis of a separate survey from Aon reveals that the average cost of U.S. employer-sponsored health care coverage is estimated to increase by 9% in 2025. “This projected increase, which assumes employers do not implement employee cost-sharing increases and other cost-saving strategies, is higher than the 6.4 percent increase to health care budgets that employers experienced from 2023 to 2024 after cost-savings strategies.”
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As summer comes to an end and fall begins, employees with school-age children may have increased caregiving responsibilities as their kids begin a new academic year. In addition to other day-to-day challenges, parents are now dealing with school pick-up and drop-off, unexpected sick days, and other occurrences that could affect their work-life balance.
Employees may struggle with balancing these responsibilities with work, possibly causing their workplace performance and well-being to suffer. Employers can support employees during the transition into the school year by acknowledging these changes and offering flexibility. This article explores considerations for supporting working parents and caregivers during the back-to-school season.
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Recent reports have found that most employees are choosing to stay with their employers. As the labor market becomes less worker-friendly, employees are less likely to search for new jobs.
Notably, a report from LinkedIn found that in 2024, employee attrition rates, which measure the percentage of workers that leave an organization, have fallen 26% year over year. This figure is down 37% from its peak during the “Great Reshuffle” in 2022, when employee quits set an all-time record. A recent report from software-as-a-service company Ringover also found that 4 in 5 workers are unlikely to change jobs until 2025. The results of these surveys reinforce the findings of current labor metrics, which show that fewer workers are on the move.
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Election season can be a fraught time for employers, who are often faced with the challenge of fostering a culture of open communication while ensuring a civil work environment and navigating a variety of federal, state, and local laws. Therefore, as the 2024 election approaches, it is critical for employers to understand their legal rights and responsibilities, as well as the steps they can take to prevent and mitigate political tension in the workplace.
The following resources can support your organization’s strategy and response to political issues within the workplace:
Continue readingRob Wilson, President of Employco USA, was recently on CBS Pittsburgh w/Jon Delano to discuss bossware.
“It’s called bossware and human resource experts say it’s the latest use of technology for companies to keep track of their employees working from home; KDKA’s Jon Delano has more on this edition of the Sunday Business Page.”
Watch the full interview here:
https://www.cbsnews.com/pittsburgh/video/bossware-is-latest-tech-to-track-employees-working-from-home-sunday-business-page/
California Enacts PAGA Reform – On July 1, 2024, Assembly Bill 2288 and Senate Bill 92 were signed into law, significantly reforming California’s Labor Code Private Attorneys General Act of 2024 (PAGA). This reform removes an initiative from the state’s November 2024 ballot to repeal the PAGA law. The reforms apply to PAGA matters filed on or after June 19, 2024.
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According to a new report from WTW, salary budget increases are expected to drop in 2025.
Although these expected wage increases have diminished since 2023, this figure remains high compared to many previous pay cycles, where 3% was common.
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Employee burnout is escalating globally, with a significant number of workers experiencing severe physical, emotional, and mental exhaustion. The 2024 Global Talent Trends report reveals that approximately 82% of employees are at risk of burnout, primarily due to financial pressures and excessive workloads.
Burnout occurs when long-term stress overwhelms employees’ ability to cope, leading to lower productivity, negative feelings, and a diminished sense of effectiveness at work. It can also result in serious health consequences, such as insomnia and heart disease. As substantial burnout levels persist, it’s important for employers to recognize the signs and implement preventive measures to create a healthier, more productive work environment.
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