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Can an employee be terminated while on medical leave?

Business Management Daily

However, one situation that often comes with a cloud of confusion is whether an employee can be terminated while on medical leave. Medical leave-related termination is a sensitive situation because employees on medical leave receive protection by numerous laws at the federal and state level that you have to consider.

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HR Consulting in Boston

Genesis HR Solutions

HR compliance, also known as labor law compliance, is the act of understanding and adhering to federal, state, county, and city regulations regarding existing labor laws and creating workplace policies and practices to make sure that your company is meeting the compliance standards that have been set at all levels. What is HR compliance?

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The Historic Journey of the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act

HR Digest

An op-ed in The New York Times shed light on the struggles faced by these individuals, igniting a spark that would eventually lead to the introduction of the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act in Congress. Here are a few more questions on what the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act is. What Does the PWFA Entail?

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Pregnancy disability leave — who and what are covered

Business Management Daily

Is there such a thing as pregnancy disability leave ? The Pregnancy Discrimination Act , an amendment to Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, notes that women affected by pregnancy or related conditions must be treated in the same manner as other applicants or employees who are similar in their ability or inability to work.

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Don’t forget about HIPPA and medical privacy during pandemic

Business Management Daily

Something as simple as colleague calling off for the day or sharing on social media that a family member is sick will set off alarm bells of anxiety. That’s where medical information and privacy rules come into play. The law includes a provision protecting medical information. HIPAA Privacy Rule. What’s covered.

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FMLA pregnancy leave — everything employers and employees need to know

Business Management Daily

Even if your business does not offer parental leave, you are likely still required to provide time off for pregnant employees and new parents under the Family and Medical Leave Act. What is FMLA pregnancy leave? Pregnancy can count as a serious health condition for FMLA leave purposes.

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Employee Benefits: The Only Guide You Need

Achievers

Federal and state mandated benefits include health insurance, worker’s compensation, unemployment insurance, and required leave time for caring for family and/or personal medical purposes. Health insurance, and family and medical leave, are not required for all businesses. population is aging.