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Seminar: Uncertainty remains regarding health-care reform
Employers have plenty of changes to keep track of this year due to the 2010 federal health-care reform law, even though it faces an uncertain
Venture Forum draws 300 to Buffalo
More than 30 companies from around the state participated this week in the 2012 Venture Forum in Buffalo. The event, which took place Wednesday and
MVP expands self-funded insurance offerings to mid-sized businesses
MVP Health Care, Inc. has seen plenty of interest after launching a self-funded insurance option for mid-sized businesses, according to the Schenectady–based insurer’s vice president
Study: CDHP growth could save $57.1 billion per year
Enrollment growth in consumer-directed health plans (CDHP) could trim national health-care spending for the non-elderly by $57.1 billion per year, according to a new study
Hebert brings ‘crazy, fun’ style to workplace training
LYSANDER — An energetic instructor can make any topic interesting, from customer service to sales, according to Joan Hebert. “If you ever stand up and
Poll finds support for minimum-wage hike, tax breaks
Proposals to increase New York’s minimum wage and to give small businesses in the state a package of tax cuts and credits received high levels
Ithaca named third-best city in U.S. for finding a job
Ithaca is one of the best cities in the country in which to find a job, according to a new list from a staffing firm.
Health-care staffing company adds to services offered
UTICA — The Fortus Group, Inc., which has specialized in health-care staffing since the 1990s, has some new offerings on tap for 2012 that it
April jobs report reinforces lackluster job market
Last Friday’s (May 4) monthly nonfarm payrolls report from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), despite showing continued job growth and a slight dip
Unemployment rates drop slightly in March
March unemployment rates in local metro areas fell from February, but were mixed when compared with the same month a year ago. The unemployment rate
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