Market Insights

With the new independent contractor standard, the U.S. Department of Labor is "essentially putting their thumb on the scale to encourage a finding of employment," Baker & Hostetler partner Todd Lebowitz said.

Although 9 in 10 executives say their organizations is advancing human sustainability in some capacity, only 4 in 10 workers say the same.

Nevada fueled 3.8% growth in 2023 while 12 states exceeded national growth average of 2%.

Brokers can benefit from a new lead generation tool developed by Judy Diamond Associates for small employers, while wellbeing provider Grokker is offering a new "live session" mental health solution for employees.

Employees who believe their workplace policies are not inclusive are twice as likely to be actively searching for new roles.

Almost all (97%) organizations surveyed offer paid sick leave, with some (10%) mandating time off by state/local laws.