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Comprehensive Guide on Maternity Leave Laws by State

HR Digest

The United States lacks a federal maternity leave policy , making it the only high-income nation without mandated paid leave for new mothers. While 96 percent of countries provide some form of paid maternity leave, and 81 countries extend this benefit to new fathers, the U.S. State Maternity Leave Laws Across the U.S.

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The significance of women’s health is increasingly acknowledged in the modern workplace

Workplace Insight

Advancing women’s health requires a concerted effort from employers, considering the broader implications on employee retention, mental health costs, and the overarching message an organization sends about its values. Nearly 30,000 US-based Amazon employees have benefited from family-building support so far.

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12 Strategies for Healthcare Employee Retention for Building a Stable and Satisfied Workforce

Empuls

Projections suggest that by 2025, there will be a deficit in the US of: 446,300 home health aides 98,700 medical and lab technologists/technicians 95,000 nursing assistants 29,400 nurse practitioners A notable number of healthcare professionals have exited the sector, leading to a severe staffing shortage for patient care.

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Mandatory Paid Sick Leave: The Australian Approach to Supporting Workers’ Well-Being

Global People Strategist

One crucial aspect of ensuring the welfare of employees is the provision of paid sick leave. Australia, renowned for its progressive labor policies, has implemented mandatory paid sick leave as a cornerstone of its workers’ rights framework. Below are some of the main advantages of Australia’s paid sick leave policies.

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How Employee Perks Can Help Companies in the US

Vantage Circle

When chosen and implemented thoughtfully, employee perks act as a talent magnet. They send a powerful message - the organization values employees, fostering belonging and loyalty. What can you take away from the blog Key Takeaways What are employee perks? And what are HR’s going to gain from it? percent and 36.1

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Navigating HR compliance in a complex regulatory environment

Higginbotham

The primary federal law governing EEO is Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. Wage and Hour Laws: The Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) sets standards for minimum wage, overtime pay and child labor. State laws may impose additional requirements. This worksheet from the U.S. The largest was a $21.2

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A return-to-work process after an extended employee absence

Insperity

By far, a personal health or medical issue, injury or disability are the most common reasons for employees to be absent for prolonged periods. The return-to-work process aims to facilitate the return of an employee – often someone who’s recovering from an illness or injury, or who has become disabled – to their job as soon as possible.