You’ve probably read or heard by now that in late December 2017, the D.C. Circuit Court of Appeal (D.C. Circuit) vacated the EEOC Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (GINA) wellness incentive rules, effective January 1, 2019. This is true.

You may have also heard that this means the entire framework of wellness plans as we know them are now in question. This is an exaggeration.

We are going to examine the relevant parts of American Association of Retired Persons (AARP) v. the United States Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), 1:16-CV-02113-JDB to help you sort fact from fiction and be better informed about what is coming in 2018 and 2019 regarding wellness plan incentive rules.

Just like Queen Elsa, we know ice can be an unwanted annoyance. But unfortunately we don’t have Elsa’s ability to make frozen things, like pipes and ice dams, disappear with an act of true love. When you think your home might be in danger from freezing temperatures, don’t just “let it go!” Take action to keep your castle (or home) safe.

From our employee-owners to you and your family, we wish you a safe and joyous holiday!

‘Tis the season of traveling! With so much to look forward to, people often forget to think about what they’re leaving behind. Unfortunately, the holiday season is one of the most popular times of the year for burglaries and theft. And if you’re leaving your home unattended for extended periods of time, chances are you won’t have cute little Kevin McCallister there to ward off unwanted intruders. So, if you don’t want to endure to a break-in reminiscent of Home Alone, be sure to take the necessary precautions to protect your home.

If I must sit in another meeting, read another business book, or listen to another podcast about millennials my head may explode. Correct me if I am wrong (there is a comment section below) but we are going about this the wrong way. We keep talking about millennials, but has anyone made any progress in mending the perceived divide between the generations in our workforce?

On the first day of Christmas my true love gave to me…safety tips! Don’t let the hustle and bustle of the holiday season distract you from keeping your family safe.

Today we’re sharing insight from guest blogger, Melissa Grubb, Head of School at The Stanley Clark School. We hope you enjoy Melissa’s wisdom and perspective.

The dreaded performance review…no one looks forward to it. Performance reviews, if we’re honest, are usually angst producing exercises organizations undertake for a variety of reasons, including what I suspect is the leading reason - saying we did them.

Recently, while procrastinating about starting another round of evaluations, I realized our process focused heavily on task-oriented behaviors that did not emphasize the cultural norms which matter to us most. I suspect most of us would agree that one of our most valued distinguishing features is the group of wonderful people with whom we work. I owed it to them to improve this process.

Looking for ways to educate and engage your employees on safety & health topics throughout the year? Check out our 2018 Safety & Health Calendar.

Workplace safety and wellbeing should be a top priority for leadership and employees. But how can you keep your employees engaged all year long? For every organization the approach is different – you could have a safety committee, newsletters, monthly training sessions, and more. The 2018 Safety & Health Calendar is a valuable tool you can utilize to make your efforts more effective.

Giving your employees bonuses or gifts is often considered a way to spread cheer and thanks during the holiday season.

A holiday bonus could lessen employee financial stress during this busy time. But monetary gifts aren’t the only way to show your appreciation – don’t forget about personal thank you notes, celebratory events, team-building activities, time off, company swag, and more.

If you are looking to provide a holiday gift to your employees, it is important understand some of the implications these gifts may have – on you as the employer and on the individual employees.

The holiday season is often called the best time of the year. It is filled with special moments surrounded by family and friends. But come on, we all know what’s really important during this very special time of year: the food!

In these winter months, countless celebrations will be held. The gatherings will be filled with pies, turkeys, cookies, hams, candies, cocoa, and deliciousness galore! Unfortunately, that also means they will be filled with a variety of cooking perils. According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), “three times as many home cooking fires occur on Thanksgiving as on a typical day.”

Be it on Thanksgiving or any other holiday gathering, don’t let kitchen hazards put a damper on your special celebrations. Consider these 7 tips to keep your holidays happy…and full of delicious food!