article thumbnail

The Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA): What you need to know

Insperity

The Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA or Act) is part of the federal government’s effort to minimize the economic impact felt by American families dealing with the COVID-19 global pandemic. Together with the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act, also enacted by the U.S.

article thumbnail

Sick Leave in Massachusetts: What You Should Know

Genesis HR Solutions

Recently, we’ve heard questions from many small business owners who are wondering how to handle sick leave in Massachusetts. What is Massachusetts’ paid sick leave policy? Massachusetts employees have the right to take up to 40 hours of paid sick leave each calendar year under the Massachusetts paid sick leave law.

Insiders

Sign Up for our Newsletter

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

article thumbnail

Sick Leave in Massachusetts: What You Should Know

Genesis HR Solutions

Recently, we’ve heard questions from many small business owners who are wondering how to handle sick leave in Massachusetts. What is Massachusetts’ paid sick leave policy? Massachusetts employees have the right to take up to 40 hours of paid sick leave each calendar year under the Massachusetts paid sick leave law.

article thumbnail

8 Things Every Employer Should Know About Statutory Paid Family and Medical Leave

AssuredPartners

The federal Family Medical Leave Act turns 30 this year. Fifteen jurisdictions now have paid disability/medical leave, family leave, or both, either paying benefits or in implementation — up from just 6 in 2019. More states are likely to pass a PFML law in 2023.

article thumbnail

How Employee Perks Can Help Companies in the US

Vantage Circle

When chosen and implemented thoughtfully, employee perks act as a talent magnet. The organization also equips your HR team with powerful analytics and reporting tools, facilitating efficient benefit management and offering valuable insights into employee engagement. And what are HR’s going to gain from it? percent and 36.1

article thumbnail

What the Biden COVID plan means for employers

Business Management Daily

The Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) generally prohibits employers from making medical inquiries of employees. The ADA’s “direct threat” safe harbor allows employers to make medical inquiries under limited circumstances. As a result, expect more periodic requests for leave.