HR Digest

MAY 22, 2021

Paid leave – holiday, vacation, PTO, sick, personal, bereavement, military pay, jury duty, etc. A plush compensation and benefits plan that covers the cost of essentials, such as medical, dental and vision insurance, that you would otherwise have to pay for from your pocket will save you from a lifetime of financial headaches.

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Business Management Daily

SEPTEMBER 16, 2019

That’s true whether she’s a new employee who hasn’t earned leave or an employee out of paid or unpaid leave. Has she used all eligible FMLA leave ? Taken all time in her Paid Time Off (PTO) bank? Used every bit of earned time off for vacation, sick or personal leave? FMLA leave is generally unpaid.

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Genesis HR Solutions

AUGUST 16, 2021

Under the law, employers that already provide at least 40 hours of paid leave (sick leave, vacation leave, or paid time off) are not required to offer additional benefits provided they permit employees to use at least 40 hours per calendar year for the purposes covered under the law. Is PTO considered wages?

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Genesis HR Solutions

AUGUST 16, 2021

Under the law, employers that already provide at least 40 hours of paid leave (sick leave, vacation leave, or paid time off) are not required to offer additional benefits provided they permit employees to use at least 40 hours per calendar year for the purposes covered under the law. Is PTO considered wages?

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Empuls

DECEMBER 24, 2024

  These benefits range from health insurance to retirement plans, paid time off (PTO), and wellness programs. Some of its key components include: Health insurance: Covers medical expenses. Paid time off (PTO): Employees can take time off with pay. Retirement plans : Helps employees save for the future.

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Business Management Daily

JUNE 5, 2024

Instead, employees often have to take unpaid leave to care for their new child. However, some states have different laws or programs offering eligible employees paid leave. In addition, many civilian federal employees are eligible for paid federal leave under the Federal Employee Paid Leave Act.

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Abel HR

APRIL 28, 2021

In terms of leave, there’s the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA). In some cases, there’s the paid time off (PTO) approach where employees can take their leave, regardless if it’s a sick leave, holiday leave, etc. However, it seems that more employers are shifting towards paid leaves.

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Winston Benefits

MAY 22, 2018

The company does not have a formal PTO policy. Genentech , which offers everything Salesforce does — and also unlimited sick days, subsidized child care, fully paid sabbaticals, an on-site medical care facility and student-loan debt repayment. In addition, it contributes $20 per month toward gym memberships for employees.

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Genesis HR Solutions

OCTOBER 18, 2023

What is a sabbatical leave? A sabbatical is paid leave that allows an employee the ability to take a designated period of leave for a specified number of years worked. At GenesisHR, we’re experts in all things leave—from FMLA to PTO and even niche benefits like sabbaticals.

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Empuls

DECEMBER 17, 2024

Generous paid time off (PTO) Providing generous vacation policies is an attractive benefit for employees. Unlimited PTO: Companies like Netflix have implemented unlimited vacation policies, empowering employees to take the necessary time without fear of losing their jobs. Is PTO paid time off?

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Empuls

APRIL 22, 2024

Here's how:  Reduced financial stress: Benefits like health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off provide a financial safety net, alleviating stress and anxiety about unforeseen medical bills, future security, and taking a break. 

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Vantage Circle

MARCH 25, 2025

A solid benefits package has comprehensive health insurance, paid time off (PTO), retirement plans, and wellness support. Comprehensive Health Insurance In a world where a single medical emergency can derail financial stability, comprehensive health coverage is nothing short of a lifeline. These benefits are the bare minimum.

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Business Management Daily

JANUARY 13, 2025

Bridging the gap: How menopause policies can support women in the workplace Having policies around medical leave and accommodations for ongoing health conditions has been standard for many years. Consider what accommodations would be most helpful and practical There’s always a balancing act when accommodating employees at work.

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Insperity

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Increased paid time off (PTO) and alternative forms of paid leave. Emphasize wellness in benefits offerings Most standard benefits packages include things like health insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan and PTO. (Of course, this depends on their role and requires some parameters to be put in place.)

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Business Management Daily

JUNE 11, 2024

If you are not a federal employer and do not have any state or local paid family leave laws that apply to your Company, the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA). The FMLA is a federal law that offers eligible employees up to 12 weeks per year of job-protected unpaid leave for qualifying family and medical needs.

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Business Management Daily

APRIL 23, 2021

Or perhaps unpaid FMLA leave. What about paid FMLA ? Maybe unpaid ADA leave? PTO policy may not be something you consider updating regularly, and that probably worked for a long time. Leave laws were already complex, but federal pandemic legislation and swiftly changing local laws, have made it hard to keep up.

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Insperity

MAY 12, 2022

This is beneficial for employees who want to work but cannot commit to a full-time job, such as parents, caregivers or those with certain medical conditions. Provide increased quantities of paid time off (PTO) beyond the standard two weeks – or even consider unlimited PTO, if it works for your business and you have assessed the pros and cons.

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Insperity

MARCH 12, 2024

Health insurance Health insurance aims to assist employees with the costs of obtaining medical care. This is one of the most critically important benefits to employees, given the generally high costs associated with medical care. Most employers offer their employees PTO – usually between 10 to 14 days per year at minimum.

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Business Management Daily

OCTOBER 22, 2019

One of our most trusted advisors on all things employment law, Nancy Delogu, answers readers questions about when (and if) it’s safe to shred I-9 forms, salaried versus hourly paid leave and discussing medial information of a non-employee. Is it unlawful to reveal the medical information of non-employees? Is that legal?

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Best Money Moves

AUGUST 19, 2020

Parents said they would be more likely to return to work sooner if they had access to paid leave, or if they were able to work on a flexible schedule. Caregiving duties stand in the way of nearly 60 percent of parents returning to work, 41 percent of them specifically citing school closures. Flexibility from Work.

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BerniePortal

MARCH 12, 2020

*This blog is adapted from the HR Party of One episode, Employee Leave: Setting Your PTO Policy which you can view below. Paid time off is a topic that can be tricky to manage. How do you create a PTO policy that’s fair? PTO evolved pretty substantially over about a hundred year period. The History of PTO.

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Business Management Daily

JULY 9, 2021

Leave and time off policies. The next set of templates will cover policies related to time off or leave. If your company has already moved to an unlimited PTO policy, portions of this section may not be necessary such as the vacation, sick leave, and perhaps short-term optional leaves such as bereavement 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

MARCH 11, 2025

Unlocking the benefits: Why paid time off (PTO) matters Whether you need time to get over a cold, furniture delivery requires someone over age 18 at home, or sunny California beaches keep calling your name, paid time off (PTO) enables missing work while still receiving regular pay. Lets explore the subject in detail.

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Business Management Daily

JANUARY 8, 2025

Benefits of bereavement leave policies Offering bereavement leave supports employees by providing them the necessary time and emotional space to cope with their loss. Paid leave gives employees time to make arrangements, attend funerals, and process the loss without worrying about work obligations.

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