Zachary Ohebshalom, a pharmacist from Fort Lee, N.J., could face up to five years in prison after admitting his involvement in a workers' compensation fraud scheme. Authorities said Ohebshalom directed pharmacy employees to process orders for medically unnecessary and expensive painkiller creams prescribed to postal employees, resulting in between $1.5 million and $3.5 million worth of improper payments from the US Department of Labor's Office of Workers' Compensation Programs.

Ask prospective employees what type of management helps them thrive, writes Geoffrey James, an editor for Inc. Their answers provide insight into their self-awareness, how they'll work with the team and how managers might need to adapt.

The Setting Every Community Up for Retirement Enhancement Act allows certain part-time employees to participate in 401(k) plans, and next year plan sponsors will have to begin tracking hours for eligibility purposes. Part-time workers who log at least 500 hours for three consecutive years and meet age requirements will be eligible for 401(k) participation under the law, but Jessica Curtin of Paychex says plan sponsors are not required to include them in employer contributions.

More employers are using virtual reality, game-based technologies and social communities to train employees. "Engagement can be very high with these groups because people can find answers to specific job-related problems, make professional connections outside of work, and share knowledge and skills to enhance their learning," says Paula Ketter, content strategist at the Association for Talent Development.

To make the most of a town hall meeting, executives should edit their slide presentation to focus on information employees want, rely on storytelling and practice beforehand, writes communications expert Melanie Taplett. When taking questions from the audience, using an app such as Slido allows employees to ask questions without having to speak in front of the group.