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STUDY: Less Negative Spillover of Paid Parental Leave than Hyped

HR Digest

It includes leaves given to expectant fathers, mothers, and leaves for adoption. Traditionally, all firms are required by international labor laws to give at least 12 weeks of paid leave to women employees who are entering motherhood. Maternity leave hurts work-life balance.

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Paid parental leave: The must-have employee benefit for top talent

Business Management Daily

If you live in a state such as California, New York, or Washington with paid family leave laws in place, your paid parental leave policy will generally be crafted around the state program rather than an individually-designed, company-sponsored program. Employees often offer paid leave policies to help supplement the FMLA.

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Pregnancy disability leave — who and what are covered

Business Management Daily

Women needing to take time off also may be eligible for pregnancy disability leave (PDL) if no longer able to perform job duties because of pregnancy-related medical conditions. This type of short-term disability insurance coverage may come directly from an employer as part of its benefits package.

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Eight Key Trends In Staff Benefits Programs In 2025

Empuls

Some of its key components include: Health insurance: Covers medical expenses. Paid time off (PTO): Employees can take time off with pay. Life and disability insurance : Provides financial support in emergencies. Retirement plans : Helps employees save for the future.

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5 Steps to Building an Employee Benefits Program That Won’t Break the Bank

Insperity

Unemployment insurance. Disability insurance (required in California, Hawaii, New Jersey, New York, Puerto Rico and Rhode Island). Leaves of absence. Life insurance – Providing life insurance protects employees’ families by paying a specified amount to employees’ beneficiaries in the event of death.

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Prioritize Financial Well-being in the Workplace

Empuls

Since they are tax-exempted, they also lower the employee's average tax bill by reducing the taxable income. While the insurance premium is discretionary, plans include regular check-ups and eye and dental coverage. Some employers also offer short or long-term disability insurance for those affected and unable to work.

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Navigating employee benefits: A comprehensive guide for growing businesses

Insperity

Other types of insurance If an employee loses their ability to earn an income on a temporary or permanent basis, certain types of insurance can help protect their families and livelihoods. Disability insurance , provides employees with replacement income and pays for medical bills if they become disabled and are no longer able to work.