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Risks for future medical issues and the ADA
Nov 25, 2019 1:00 AM - Employers sometimes express concerns about the health issues an employee or applicant may develop in the future due to his or her current physical condition, particularly weight. Whether the employer is focused on future safety concerns, the individual's longevity or potential worker's compensation claims, these conversations can get a bit dicey. -
Making the most of wellness programs: Five ways to help people take advantage of well-being programsNov 11, 2019 2:21 PM - As people seek to improve their health habits, here are some tips to help consumers become healthier and make the most of their well-being programs.
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Communities embrace potential of opportunity zones
Oct 24, 2019 3:13 PM - Following the release of the second tranche of federal Opportunity Zone regulations by the Treasury Department in April 2019, investors and community stakeholders were emboldened by the clarity provided by those regulations to further explore ways in which the tax incentive can spur economic development in the communities that truly need it. -
Surviving and thriving during an economic downturn
Oct 16, 2019 1:00 AM - With the Great Recession almost ten years in our rearview mirror, we are all better positioned to leverage the lessons learned into preparedness for what may lie ahead. -
Take the time to train well
Oct 14, 2019 2:23 PM - You've hired a great new employee who will help you immensely with your ever-growing workload, and you can't wait to get started.Do you have time in your schedule to train this new person (and train well)? -
Co-working space or office lease? The bottom line isn't just money
Sep 11, 2019 8:57 AM - The popularity of co-working arrangements over traditional office leases continues to grow, and it's easy to see why. They're more flexible, require much less planning, and offer substantial cost savings on both space and services. No wonder today's millennial workforce loves them. What's not to like? Plenty, argue attorneys Scott Hargadon and Holly Eubanks, specialists in leasing law at Meltzer, Purtill & Stelle, a leading Chicago area commercial real estate law firm. Beneath the seemingly obvious benefits, the two point out, lurks a quagmire of potentially costly risks, due largely to a lack of well-defined rights and regulations. -
Tight labor market in western suburbs: Impediments and solutions
Sep 11, 2019 8:51 AM - The economies in the Western Suburbs are the envy of the rest of Illinois. -
Business laws up-to-date
Sep 11, 2019 8:52 AM - This summer saw some business-critical legislation become laws. Updates are provided here on two new laws, -
It's time to not just care about your physical health, but your fiscal health too
Aug 14, 2019 1:00 AM - Founded in 1979, HealthCare Associates Credit Union (HACU) was founded by the Illinois Hospital Association, with the goal of serving those who support healthcare. HACU is a full-service, not-for-profit financial cooperative serving Select Employee Groups with staff and members that serve or support healthcare nationwide. We provide low rates on loan products such as student loan financing and refinancing, personal loans, auto loans, credit cards, mortgages and much more. -
Value of mentoring for executive education
Aug 14, 2019 1:00 AM - In the business world, mentoring has been recognized as a practice to nurture the talents of up-and-coming employees.
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