Depending on the status of the pandemic in the fall, it's possible additional provisions related to FMLA could be enacted. Whether these would entail an extension of tax credits or something else is unknown. It's also possible that changes could be made to the FMLA regardless of the pan...
The new rules add guidance on the definition of serious health conditions as well as guide and clarify provisions' for leave affecting the military and their military family members that were enacted in other legislation in 2007. Moreover, the new rules will take effect on January 16, 2009....
Getting paid leave is more difficult when you are not thebirthing parent. If you have concerns about your rights as same-sex parents, reach out to an LGBT advocacy group or contact anemployment attorney. Understanding FMLA and Eligibility for Parental Leave We have mentioned FMLA a few times, ...
The U.S. is alone among industrialized countries in that it does not maintain federal paid leave healthcare policies. The federal Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) requires companies with 50 or more full-time employees to provide unpaid time off to certain employees, but there are no regula...
Get the help you need from expert talent Work with Freelancers Table of Contents Are you required to provide health benefits to employees? Types of employee health benefits Health plans to consider Rules around health care plans Benefits of offering employee health benefits Develop a benefits program...
Each type of leave comes with its own rules, eligibility requirements, and impacts on pay and benefits. For instance, during unpaid leave, an employer may continue to provide health insurance, but an employee may be responsible for the full premium. Clarity around these options helps ensure th...
The ability to create schedules by location, department or job also helps ensure optimal coverage. Minimize compliance risk Overlapping FMLA and state leave laws are more easily managed with automated workflows that track employee eligibility and leave balances. In addition, the online recordkeeping ...
So, if your company is aware of any sexual harassment, you are legally accountable to put an end to it. Attendance: Maintaining a streamlined workplace depends largely on employee attendance. In your attendance policy, set expectations around working hours, tardiness, and how you will handle ...
Every company has its own rules for how PTO is earned, used, and tracked. These policies affect how PTO is calculated and managed. Employee accrual rates. PTO can accrue differently based on whether an employee is part-time or full-time, and it might also vary with their time at the com...
Much of the work around complying with PWFA is between the managers and frontline staff. Ensure your managers and supervisors are equipped to implement the law and identify qualified employees. Access to materials about the law and their role in implementing it can help them navigate it better. ...