Why Construction Workers’ Compensation Claims Are Getting More Expensive in 2026
Construction workers’ compensation claim frequency is declining, but serious claims are becoming more expensive. NCCI reports a 13% increase in construction medical severity, making claim costs an important 2026 trend.
Pay Transparency Laws in 2026: Salary Ranges, Enforcement, and Compensation Compliance
Pay transparency laws increasingly require employers to disclose realistic salary ranges in job postings. Learn how New York, California, Washington, remote hiring, benefits, and compliance rules work in 2026.
Are Legal Settlements Taxable in 2026? IRS Rules for Injury, Employment, and Punitive Damages
Some legal settlements are tax-free while others must be reported as income. Learn how the IRS treats physical injury damages, employment settlements, emotional distress, punitive damages, interest, and attorney fees in 2026.
Overtime Pay in 2026: Federal Salary Thresholds, Exempt Employees, and State Rules
The federal overtime salary threshold is $684 per week in 2026, but salary alone does not make an employee exempt. Learn how duties tests and higher state thresholds affect overtime rights.
Workers’ Compensation Claim Costs in 2026: Why Medical and Indemnity Severity Are Rising
Workers’ compensation lost-time claim frequency declined in 2025, but medical and indemnity claim severity each increased 4%. See what is driving costs and what the trend means for workers and employers.
Independent Contractor Rule Changes in 2026: What Workers and Businesses Need to Know
The federal independent contractor landscape is changing again in 2026. Learn how the proposed economic reality test works and why worker classification can affect wages, overtime, benefits, and compensation rights.