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The importance of disability insurance

Higginbotham

It’s a real risk, and it’s why anyone who depends on a paycheck needs to understand the importance of disability insurance. Why is disability coverage important? If you had a one-in-four chance of losing your house to a flood , you’d probably want to protect it with flood insurance. The FMLA doesn’t guarantee paid leave.

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Exploring Medical Leave Laws in America: What You Need to Know

HR Digest

In the United States, taking a leave of absence can be complicated, especially when it comes to medical emergencies or other personal reasons. Unlike in some other countries where paid leave is the norm, U.S. Many European countries also offer paid parental leave and paid sick leave.

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10 Unique Extrinsic Rewards That Your Employees Will Love In 2023

Vantage Circle

You want your employee benefits package to include at least some of these popular fringe benefits : Health insurance. Life insurance. Disability insurance. Paid Time Off (PTO). But just 73% reported being satisfied with the paid leave offered at their organization. Tuition assistance. Job Security.

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