Why paid leave should be on your HR roadmap
Employee Benefit News
FEBRUARY 18, 2025
Employees view paid leave as a core benefit. Here's why it's good for business.
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Increased paid leave trends in 2024
WEX Inc.
JUNE 25, 2024
This shift in mindset has led to a surge in various types of increased paid leave, reflecting a growing awareness of the diverse needs of today’s workforce. Let’s take a look at some of the most recent trends regarding increased paid leave. The post Increased paid leave trends in 2024 appeared first on WEX Inc.
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Chicago Employees to Receive 10 Days of Paid Leave
McDermott Will & Emery Employee Benefits
DECEMBER 7, 2023
As of December 31, 2023, all employees physically working in Chicago for at least two hours in a two-week period will earn both one hour of paid leave and one hour of paid sick leave for every 35 hours worked, pursuant to an ordinance passed by the Chicago City Council on November 9, 2023.
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Federal action is needed to fix paid leave patchwork
Employee Benefit News
NOVEMBER 2, 2023
State actions on paid leave regularly make it harder for employers to continue providing benefits that exceed the programs they created.
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Illinois’ New Paid Leave Law: What Employers Need to Know
McDermott Will & Emery Employee Benefits
APRIL 18, 2023
The Paid Leave for All Workers Act (PLAWA) was signed into law by Governor J.B. Pritzker on March 13, 2023, ensuring that all workers in Illinois receive 40 hours of paid time off annually for any purpose.
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Illinois Employees Will Receive Paid Leave for Any Reason
PayrollOrg
MAY 2, 2023
Starting in 2024, Illinois employers will be required to provide employees with 40 hours of paid leave annually, for any reason.
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Illinois Employees Will Receive Paid Leave for Any Reason
PayrollOrg
APRIL 28, 2023
Starting in 2024, Illinois employers will be required to provide employees with 40 hours of paid leave annually, for any reason.
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New York Governor Proposes Paid Leave for Prenatal Care
PayrollOrg
FEBRUARY 16, 2024
New York would be the first state in the nation to require employers to provide employees with paid leave for prenatal care, under a proposal from the governor.
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From Parental to Bereavement: The Latest Paid Leave Policy Trends
International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans
JANUARY 30, 2024
A new survey report from the International Foundation reveals current paid leave trends in workplaces throughout the U.S.
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Starbucks’ Parental Leave Policy Doubles the Paid Leave for New Parents
HR Digest
DECEMBER 17, 2024
The post Starbucks Parental Leave Policy Doubles the Paid Leave for New Parents appeared first on The HR Digest. Employees are likely to be disappointed, but Starbucks has been insistent that the pay is only one part of the overall compensation plan that caters to the workers interests.
What to Know About Paid Leave of Absence
Patriot Software
SEPTEMBER 7, 2022
As an employer, you may wonder why an employee would receive a paid leave of absence and how it will affect your business. It is your responsibility to understand the laws about leaves of absence.
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Illinois Paid Leave: Paid Time Off for Any Reason Starts in 2024
Patriot Software
OCTOBER 23, 2023
Beginning in 2024, providing paid time off is no longer a choice—it’s a state mandate. In March 2023, Illinois Governor JB Pritzker signed SB208 into law, requiring Illinois paid leave. Known as The Paid Leave for All Workers Act, the […] Read More
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Applying for paid leave? This company makes it a one-step process
Employee Benefit News
JULY 2, 2024
Employees want more support and organizations have the means to provide it as long as they invest in the right places.
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Beyond paid leave: Upping the table stakes for caregiver and grief support
Employee Benefit News
MARCH 26, 2024
Employees need ongoing support throughout their parenting and caregiving journeys to remain healthy in and out of work.
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Ageas introduces paid leave for working carers
Employee Benefits
JUNE 7, 2024
It introduced its Supporting Carers @ Ageas initiative ahead of Carers Week 2024 (10-16 June) in order to go beyond the requirements of the Carers Leave Act that was introduced in April and grants employees the statutory right to one week of unpaid leave per year for caring responsibilities.
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Paid leave goes digital: How Sparrow handles complex leave policies
Employee Benefit News
JULY 21, 2022
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Tesco introduces paid leave for kinship carers
Employee Benefits
SEPTEMBER 27, 2023
The supermarket will also introduce up to 12 weeks’ paid neonatal leave, ahead of the legislation due to come into force in 2025, extend fertility leave to partners as well as birth mothers, giving up to five days’ paid leave per treatment cycle, and introduce paid leave for two weeks for the loss of a baby up to 24 weeks of pregnancy.
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COVID Paid Leave Over? Not So Fast—If You’re in California
Patriot Software
APRIL 4, 2022
Nationwide COVID paid leave may have ended in September 2021, but Californians have another state-specific law to follow. Effective February 19, 2022, employers may need to provide California supplemental paid sick leave. California supplemental paid sick leave […] READ MORE.
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Cocoon manages paid leave policies so employers can focus on their people
Employee Benefit News
SEPTEMBER 8, 2022
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Paid Family and Medical Leave Legislative Developments
International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans
MARCH 14, 2024
Proposals for paid family and medical leave at the federal level historically haven’t had enough support to become law.
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Why employers should add SAFE leave to their PTO options
Employee Benefit News
OCTOBER 10, 2024
Companies should consider offering paid leave for employees who are victims of domestic violence and other serious crimes.
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Think #Workflex – A Win for Both Employers and Employees
HR Bartender
FEBRUARY 27, 2018
This legislation is focused on two hot topics in our workplaces right now – paid leave and flexible work. A Little Background about Paid Leave. Nine states and over thirty localities have implemented some type of paid sick leave legislation over the past few years. It pre-empts state and local provisions.
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BT Group to roll out new family leave policy
Employee Benefits
JULY 16, 2024
Multinational telecommunications firm BT Group is to roll out a new family leave policy for its UK employees from 1 January 2025. The group’s new family leave policy is aimed at levelling up paid leave for any parent welcoming a new child. In addition, BT Group launched a carers leave policy last month.
Two Neighboring States Recently Joined a Growing Movement to Provide Paid Family Leave
McNees
MAY 25, 2022
To be eligible for the leave, employees must have worked at least 680 hours over the 12-month period before the leave begins. Employees also must exhaust all voluntarily provided paid leave before taking paid leave under this law.
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Freepik takes flexible approach to supporting working parents in Spain
Employee Benefits
APRIL 24, 2023
The law allows both mothers and fathers to take 16 weeks of paid leave after the birth of a baby, offering more flexibility around paternity leave than the UK. Freepik’s headquarters are based in Malaga, Spain, and as a result, many of its employees are subject to legislation under Spanish jurisdiction.
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Aon introduces paid carers’ leave
Employee Benefits
JUNE 7, 2023
Global professional services firm Aon has implemented a new carers’ leave policy in order to support its UK employees with caring responsibilities. All members of staff who are providing unpaid care for relatives, partners or friends who may be elderly, ill or disabled are eligible for the leave.
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41% of employers have a dedicated carer’s leave policy
Employee Benefits
JANUARY 30, 2024
Earlier this month, employee benefits provider Unum UK enhanced its carer’s leave policy in order to further support its employees with caring responsibilities. All of its more than 850 employees now have access to its enhanced offering of up to five days of paid leave per year, regardless of how long they have been in their roles.
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Automobili Lamborghini signs agreement to improve employee flexibility
Employee Benefits
DECEMBER 7, 2023
The agreement will also introduce a financial supplement at 70% of salary for the first six months of optional maternity and paternity leave , raised to 80% of pay if both parents use it, and a supplement at 100% salary for single parents or if leave is required for children with disabilities.
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45% of employers do not offer a neonatal leave policy
Employee Benefits
JUNE 20, 2023
Last month, Employee Benefits reported that the Neonatal Care (Leave and Pay) Act, which was introduced by Stuart C McDonald MP, received Royal Assent. This is in addition to maternity and paternity leave. It provides up to 12 weeks of fully paid leave to any UK employee whose baby requires specialist neonatal care.
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Employee Benefits: A Key Part of Job Compensation
Money Talk
AUGUST 18, 2022
Others take a “use it or lose it” approach where sick leave cannot be carried forward to future years. Paid Personal Days - This is a third type of fully taxable paid leave. Like vacation time. sick day pay is fully taxable.
The Juggling Act of the COVID Circus
HR Digest
OCTOBER 6, 2020
This article does not cover other qualifying factors for Employee leave under the FCCRA. Emergency Family and Medical Leave for Virtual School. The FCCRA provides emergency paid leave entitlements in response to COVID-19. Emergency Paid Sick Leave. Under the EPSL, 10 workdays of paid leave are provided.
BaxterStorey enhances employee benefits package
Employee Benefits
AUGUST 18, 2023
It has also replaced its paternity leave policy with a more inclusive secondary carer leave so new parents, regardless of their gender, can take four weeks of paid leave to support their partners during the early stages of parenthood.
How flexible working hours, competitive pension benefits, and mental wellbeing support can engage the Gen Z workforce
Employee Benefits
JANUARY 22, 2024
Paid Leave and Flexible Hours Above all, Gen Z employees want paid leave and flexible working hours. In ‘Zooming in on Gen Z’ we found that paid leave and flexible working hours scored an impressive 7.85 Here, we’ve outlined the five most important benefits that Gen Z employees are looking for.
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One of a Kind: Maine’s Paid Sick Leave Law
Patriot Software
OCTOBER 10, 2022
With paid sick leave programs on the rise, more and more states are establishing new laws for employers. The Maine paid sick leave law boasts something that no other state can: paid leave for any reason. One state that has taken its law to the next level is Maine.
Bonnier Books UK encourages conversations around fertility issues
Employee Benefits
DECEMBER 7, 2022
This provides staff with fully-paid leave when needed and flexible-working arrangements to support them on their return to work following their loss. There are no set leave days stated in the policy, as Bonnier recognises that not every situation will be the same and employees should take the time they need to recover.
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How can employers support parents with babies that need neonatal care?
Employee Benefits
MARCH 15, 2023
Need to know: The Neonatal Care (Leave and Pay) Bill will allow parents with babies needing neonatal care to take up to 12 weeks paid leave. The Employer with Heart charter is awarded to organisations that have extra provisions in place for employees with babies who are born prematurely.
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Step-by-Step Guide: Form 7200 Advance Employment Credits | BerniePortal
BerniePortal
JUNE 7, 2021
And while many regulations helped keep team members on staff, many organizations can’t keep up with paid leave requirements and other employee assistance measures. Find out how employers can use Form 7200 to claim advance payment on employee retention credits, qualified sick and family leave wages, and COBRA subsidy payments.
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5 Must-Have Benefits for Millennial Employees
Best Money Moves
MAY 22, 2019
Paid Time Off was a benefits priority for 45 percent of millennials. General Mills recently overhauled their paid leave policy by tripling the length of paid maternity and paternity leave, introducing paid caregiver leave, and boosting bereavement and short-term disability benefits.
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Kellogg implements domestic abuse policy
Employee Benefits
SEPTEMBER 25, 2023
The organisation, which employs more than 1,360 staff at its Manchester head office and Trafford and Wrexham factories, now offers an additional 10 days of paid leave, access to a free 24-hour confidential counselling service, flexible working arrangements and financial help for an initial legal support meeting.
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How to prepare the workplace for a coronavirus pandemic
Business Management Daily
FEBRUARY 6, 2020
Key FLSA rules for paid leave, working from home and sick time. Your sick leave policy can allow employees to work from home, if they’re up to it. This should be indicated on your sick leave request form. Employees out with a severe case of the flu can certainly qualify for FMLA leave. FMLA considerations.
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The Truth About Remote Workers And Time Off
HR Digest
SEPTEMBER 13, 2023
Image Courtesy – Freepik) Summer is the prime time for employees to use up all those hoarded-up paid leaves for a vacation with their families. Contrary to popular belief, the vacation habits of remote workers differ. But that seems to be the opposite of what a recent study by Gusto found.
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Rhode Island TCI: Your Questions About the Ocean State’s Paid Family Leave Program Answered
Patriot Software
FEBRUARY 23, 2023
Rhode Island TCI offers qualifying employees paid leave to care for their loved ones in certain situations. In 1942, Rhode Island was the first state to offer Temporary Disability Insurance (TDI) benefits to employees. Following the success of this program, Rhode Island created the Temporary Caregiver Insurance (TCI) program in 2013.
Coronavirus Payroll Tax Credits for Employers
Patriot Software
APRIL 8, 2020
There are two groups of refundable coronavirus tax credits available for employers: 1) COVID-19-related tax credits for paid leave and 2) Employee Retention Credit. One of the coronavirus small business relief measures comes in the form of employer tax credits.
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