HR Digest

MARCH 7, 2023

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. This can be frustrating for those dealing with a medical emergency, whether for themselves or a close family member.

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Business Management Daily

NOVEMBER 25, 2020

The Families First Coronavirus Response Act’s (FFCRA) pending sunset creates challenges for employers and employees seeking FMLA leave for COVID related reasons. The FFCRA expanded Family and Medical Leave Act ( FMLA ) rights and funded paid leave for many pandemic-related reasons.

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Employee Benefits

MARCH 6, 2024

However, employer support is often focused on mothers, with less consideration given to the fact fathers are suffering too. Time off after a bereavement is not specifically catered for in law, but most employers do offer compassionate leave, although some only pay the statutory amount.

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Business Management Daily

AUGUST 16, 2021

Most employment contracts have an at-will clause meaning you can terminate a position at any time for any legal reason. However, one situation that often comes with a cloud of confusion is whether an employee can be terminated while on medical leave. But that doesn’t mean you can’t fire an employee because they’re on leave.

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Patriot Software

MAY 2, 2022

Thanks to the passage of its new Time to Care Act, Maryland is now the tenth state to mandate paid family and medical leave for employees. If you’re a Maryland employer, the Maryland paid family leave program applies to you. You must make payroll changes and provide written notices to your employees.

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InterWest Insurance Services

MAY 11, 2023

It costs employers an average of $300 billion a year in stress-related health care and missed work, according to a Harris Poll conducted for Purchasing Power. That’s why more employers are stepping up to provide their workers with benefits to support behavioral health and emotional well-being.

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Money Talk

AUGUST 18, 2022

Paid Sick Leave- With this benefit, workers are paid but allowed to stay home when they, or sometimes a family member, are sick. Leave may be uniform for all employees (e.g., Some employers allow workers to accumulate sick leave. Paid Personal Days - This is a third type of fully taxable paid leave.

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Business Management Daily

JULY 13, 2023

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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Business Management Daily

MAY 2, 2023

The COVID-19 pandemic brought mandatory vaccinations and medical screenings to many companies, which has caused some controversy regarding the confidentiality of employee medical information. In particular, many want to know who should and who should not have access to their employee medical records.

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Business Management Daily

MAY 2, 2023

The COVID-19 pandemic brought mandatory vaccinations and medical screenings to many companies, which has caused some controversy regarding the confidentiality of employee medical information. In particular, many want to know who should and who should not have access to their employee medical records.

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Business Management Daily

JULY 7, 2021

After an employee takes FMLA leave , they’re entitled to return to their prior position or an equivalent one. Such discrepancies could lead employees to file lawsuits or complaints with the DOL that their rights have been violated, so it’s best to fully understand the process before an employee is set to return from FMLA leave.

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HR Digest

APRIL 20, 2024

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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Employee Benefits

AUGUST 30, 2023

From 2024, employees will be able to request flexible working hours and patterns twice in a 12-month period and will not have to explain any potential effect on their employer. In July 2023, the Employment Relations (Flexible Working) Bill received Royal Assent. In light of this, what will this mean for working carers ?

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HR Digest

AUGUST 19, 2023

In the field of human resource management, professionals play a crucial role in ensuring compliance with various laws and regulations that govern the employer-employee relationship. Compliance with these laws is essential at every stage of the employment lifecycle, from recruitment to termination.

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Business Management Daily

JUNE 29, 2022

This is a post about the options employers have in the wake of the Supreme Court’s June 24 Dobbs v. Group health plans are the natural place to start when thinking about reimbursing expenses related to female employees’ family planning decisions. What is medical care? ERISA’s definition of medical care is identical.

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Vantage Circle

SEPTEMBER 23, 2023

Welcome to “Employee Benefits Guide for 2023: What Employers Need to Know.” In the dynamic arena of modern employment, employee benefits aren’t just perks; they are essential components of a thriving organization. The organization pays specific amounts to cover an employee's medical care.

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HR Digest

AUGUST 1, 2023

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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Business Management Daily

MARCH 20, 2024

Depression and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Collaborating with a depressed employee is not only a caring thing to do, it also may be legally necessary. Topics covered include: Can an employer fire someone because of a mental health condition? Diagnosed with major depressive disorder, she begins treatment.

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Insperity

APRIL 7, 2020

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.

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Business Management Daily

JUNE 20, 2022

Is there such a thing as pregnancy disability leave ? The nature of the person’s work, her individual employer, and the state in which she lives all influence what ends up happening. Reasonable accommodations may enable employment to continue. Pregnancy disability leave. Accommodation as a first step.

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Workplace Insight

APRIL 8, 2024

A question that often comes up is whether employers need to support women’s health and what role they should play. 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.

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Insperity

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

It could be: Voluntary (resignation) Involuntary (layoff or firing for performance, conduct and behavioral issues) A mutual agreement that the employment arrangement isn’t a good fit for either the employee or company. As a general rule, once you’ve made the decision to terminate an employee, act as soon as possible – within a few days.

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Business Management Daily

AUGUST 3, 2023

Even though almost every state features some form of at-will employment (except Montana), that doesn’t mean employers can terminate employees with impunity. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission investigation. Also, knowing how to respond to an EEOC complaint properly is a useful skill for any employer. What’s that?

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HR Digest

APRIL 9, 2023

Employee leave and absence management can be a complex and challenging process for many organizations. Managing workplace leave and absences can have significant impacts on productivity , staffing, and overall business operations. Why is managing employee leave and absence important?

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HR Digest

OCTOBER 18, 2023

Having a child is usually a time of excitement and wonder for the expecting parents, however, those who are employed will be able to tell you that the nagging internal debates on when to tell your employer about the pregnancy can be distressing. It can also prepare you for the conversation about when to tell your employer about the pregnancy.

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Business Management Daily

JUNE 4, 2021

FMLA certification is a key factor in ensuring employees don’t abuse FMLA leave. Fortunately, there are simple steps that employers can follow to ensure that the FMLA certification process runs smoothly. The Family And Medical Leave Act is an employment law passed by the U.S. What is FMLA ?

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InterWest Insurance Services

APRIL 11, 2023

Department of Labor recently issued new guidance on the federal Family Medical Leave Act that has upended the notion of what qualifies as leave under the statute. The takeaway It’s important to note how many hours of leave a worker is eligible for.

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Business Management Daily

JULY 21, 2022

If your organization has 15 employees or more, you’re legally required to follow equal employment opportunity laws that exist to fight workplace discrimination. As an employer, you can’t discriminate against people for having specific protected characteristics, such as: Age. National origin/ethnicity. Harassment.

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Global People Strategist

SEPTEMBER 21, 2020

This led to passing of the Employment Relations (Amendment) Act 2020 (ERA), which led to changes in Fiji’s employment law due to the difficulties faced by businesses during COVID-19. Section 47 has been altered to include deductions from an employee’s wages to adjust and increase their contribution to medical insurance.

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HR Digest

MAY 29, 2023

As an employer one needs to understand what fringe benefits are. Advantage of using fringe benefit is to help the employers to recruit, motivate, and keep high-quality people. Such benefits are meant to provide brief monetary assistance to unemployed citizens who meet the requirements of the act.

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Business Management Daily

JULY 19, 2023

Employees want to be able to build a fulfilling career while also starting a family and being present for their children. The Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) provides eligible employees the ability to take work leave for the birth, foster care placement, or adoption of a child and to bond with the child.

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HR Lineup

MARCH 6, 2022

Today, there are state and regional regulations to protect employees against rogue employers. Apart from safeguarding employees against discriminatory practices at work, these laws also cover workplace safety, medical leave, union organization, and so much more. FLSA (Fair Labor Standard Act) of 1938. Equal Pay Act (EPA).

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Business Management Daily

FEBRUARY 4, 2022

New laws and court rulings have changed the already complicated Human Resource landscape for California employers. Recent legislation signed into law by Governor Newsom has only further muddied the waters for employers trying to stay in compliance. Smaller employers — those with 25 or fewer employees — now must pay $14 per hour.

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Employee Benefits

JULY 5, 2023

The Carer’s Leave Act will provide employees caring for a dependent with a long-term care need with one week of flexible unpaid leave a year. In May 2023, the Carer’s Leave Act received Royal Assent. Employers could raise awareness of this within their workplace alongside any specific carer policies.”

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Genesis HR Solutions

JUNE 28, 2021

Parental leave is a hot topic in the United States. As many families juggle full-time work with raising families, tensions over the lack of required leave in the workplace continue to grow. The United States is the only developed country that doesn’t require paid parental leave.

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Genesis HR Solutions

JUNE 28, 2021

Parental leave is a hot topic in the United States. As many families juggle full-time work with raising families, tensions over the lack of required leave in the workplace continue to grow. The United States is the only developed country that doesn’t require paid parental leave.

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Business Management Daily

MARCH 27, 2020

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. Employers need to be prepared for a barrage of questions and know which are legal to answer. That’s where medical information and privacy rules come into play. HIPAA Privacy Rule.

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