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The More You Know: Are Employers Required to Give Holidays Off (With Pay)?

Patriot Software

Overtime pay. Paid sick leave laws by state. Minimum wage law. The list goes on and on. Between federal and state workplace laws, there’s a lot that employers need to keep track of. But, what about holidays? Are employers required to give holidays off to employees?

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Flu IQ: Know who—and how—to pay during the upcoming flu season

Business Management Daily

FFCRA paid sick leave for the flu? The only paid sick leave required by federal law is limited to employees who are sick for a covid-19-related reason. Under the FFCRA, full-time employees are entitled to 80 hours of paid sick leave. Flu rules for nonexempts.

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First impressions of OSHA’s COVID vaccine mandate

Business Management Daily

OSHA suggests these hours count as work hours, not idle time pay, so you should probably watch your overtime calculations for employees who work overtime during the weeks they get their shots. Employees may use their accrued paid sick leave for this purpose.

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New Maternity and Paternity Regulations to Take Effect in Malaysia

Global People Strategist

Those with a monthly income equal to or greater than 4,000 Malaysian Ringgit are exempt from the EA’s overtime pay and termination provisions. Sick Leave Employees can now look forward to increased protection through the Bill, which allows them plenty of paid time off in case they are hospitalized.

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California HR law update — what employers everywhere need to know

Business Management Daily

These cover the gamut from paid sick leave and medical leave, occupational safety rules, and expanded coverage for more family members like parents-in-law. The California Department of Fair Employment and Housing will administer more rules on family leave , sexual harassment, and much more affecting even small employers.

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How to Reduce Employee Absenteeism: 7 Strategies that Can Help

Empuls

Offer vacation days and paid time off Offering paid sick leave, paid paternity/maternity leave, and other paid time off makes employees want to remain with your company and be more engaged. Implementing paid leaves and giving me time can help reduce absenteeism.

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Tools for HR to Stay Compliant with Labor Laws for 2021 | BerniePortal

BerniePortal

The Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) establishes minimum wage , overtime pay, record-keeping, and youth employment standards affecting employees in the private sector and in Federal, State, and local Governments. Use these resources to help make sure you're up-to-date on posters and record-keeping compliance. Federal Minimum Wage.