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All you need to know about the changes in employment law from 6 April 2024

Workplace Insight

Employers cannot also request proof of why the leave is required. Redundancy and the extension of protection for those on family leave Under current safeguards, employees on maternity leave, adoption leave, and shared parental leave are prioritized for suitable alternative positions when their current role faces redundancy.

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Paid Family Leave by State Number Increasing in U.S.

HR Digest

FMLA unpaid time off; State paid family leave is paid time off State law generally requires employees, employers, or both to pay into a fund. You must deduct and/or contribute a standard percentage of an employee’s wages to fund paid family and medical leave. States with paid family leave So, which are the U.S.

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Top tips to help new parents stay in control of their finances

Employee Benefits

Expecting a baby and planning maternity or parental leave is an exciting time, but it is also important to consider the financial impact that a new arrival can bring. As the cost of living crisis continues, it is now more important than ever that new parents understand how their finances will be affected and what actions they can take.

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17 Items That Need To Be Included In Your Employee Handbook

Genesis HR Solutions

Parental leave This section in your handbook should spell out your policy on parental leave. For Massachusetts employers, this is a must-do; other states have similar requirements for parental leave statements as well. An HSA can be used only if employees have a qualified High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP).

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Parental and Family Leave Programs Increased in 2023 

HR Professionals Magazine

Survey Results Over one-third (39%) of organizations now offer paid parental leave, a six-point percentage increase from 2022. Paid maternity and paternity leave increased by five percentage points from the previous year and are currently provided by 40% and 32% of employers, respectively.

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Building Understanding Ahead of Open Enrollment Across Generations

PeopleStrategy

Generation X (born 1965-1980) are typically family-oriented, so they may prioritize benefits like parental leave, flexible work arrangements, and career development opportunities. Some employees may prefer comprehensive plans, while others may opt for high-deductible plans with health savings accounts (HSAs).

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Examples of fringe benefits by category

Business Management Daily

High-Deductible Health Plans (HDHPs) with Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) : HDHPs have lower premiums but higher deductibles compared to traditional health plans. Deductibles can be paid with tax-advantaged/tax-free spending accounts funded by employees and employers. Let IRS Publication 15-B be your tax guide to fringe benefits.