Employer-sponsored family health insurance rates surged an average of 41 percent across the country between 2003 and 2009, according to new data released by the Commonwealth Fund.

Payroll can be one of the trickier elements in the operation of a small business. It is an absolute necessity in nearly every business, but if completed incorrectly can lead to a number of financial issues.

A law guaranteeing benefits and workers' rights to domestic employees went into effect on Monday, providing financial security to thousands of previously unprotected domestic workers.

Employers invest valuable resources in an employee, so the very least a company can expect is for that employee to maintain proper time and attendance.

Payroll processing can be a troublesome part of the job for small business owners. It is often a time-consuming effort for entrepreneurs with limited time and resources to ensure the task is correctly completed.

Disciplinary action against 15 Brevard County, Florida Mosquito Control workers in early November shined a light on one way technology can assist in employee tracking, especially in businesses that distribute company vehicles.

The alternative of an in-house human resources team is to utilize human resource software. Yet, how does a company know which program will meet its needs? Fortunately, there are a few tips that can help HR departments select the ideal software.

Companies weighing the option of human resource outsourcing have a key indicator to assist in decision making, thanks to data from PricewaterhouseCoopers/Saratoga's 2010-2011 U.S. Human Capital Effectiveness Report.

The costs incurred by companies that provide employee benefits increased in 2010, according to the 2010 National Survey of Employer-Sponsored Health Plans by Mercer, a healthcare benefits consulting firm.