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Massachusetts Issues New Paid Family and Medical Leave Posters and Notices

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Under Massachusetts law, state employers are required to keep their workforce and new hires informed about the state’s Paid Family and Medical Leave (PFML) law, including any updates in related benefits, protections and...more

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Understanding New York State's Paid Prenatal Leave Mandate

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Paid Prenatal Leave is defined as, “leave taken for the health care services received by an employee during their pregnancy or related to such pregnancy, including physical examinations, medical procedures, monitoring and...more

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Paid Sick Leave for Nebraskans Required in 2025

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In the November 2024 election, Nebraska voters passed Initiative 436, also known as the Nebraska Healthy Families and Workplace Act. This law mandates paid sick leave for most employees in the state and takes effect October...more

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CT Employers Beware: Compliance with the New Paid Sick Leave Law Requires Familiarity with the Intricacies of the Law

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The expanded CT Paid Sick Leave requirements were signed into law on May 21, 2024, and were effective January 1, 2025. Since that time, the CT Department of Labor (“DOL”) published, and subsequently updated, FAQs and...more

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New Year, New Leave Laws – Understanding State Leave Law Updates Effective January 1, 2025

When did you last look at your employee leave policies? As the calendar turns to a new year, new changes often arrive, and 2025 is no exception. Employers should take note of the recent updates to state leave laws that went...more

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Michigan Lawmakers Rush to Smooth Over Paid Sick Leave and Minimum Wage Rules Set to Take Effect Next Month: 8 Key Takeaways for...

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Good news is likely coming for Michigan employers related to the state minimum wage and paid sick leave laws set to take effect February 21. Last week, both chambers of the state legislature introduced separate sets of bills...more

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Wildfires and the Workplace: What California Employers Must Know to Ensure Safety and Compliance

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The devastating wildfires in Los Angeles area continue to profoundly impact our community, presenting complex challenges for employers and the workforce. As evacuation orders, curfews, and hazardous conditions persist, it is...more

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Doing Business in California Guide Updated for 2025

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The allure of doing business in California is undeniable. It is the world’s fifth (and moving towards fourth) largest economy and a market of over 39 million people. For employers, however, California presents unique...more

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Capitol Gains: California's Legislative Highlights for 2025

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California’s legislature covered a wide array of labor and employment law topics in the 2024 legislative session. The laws discussed below were signed into law by Governor Newsom and will become effective on January 1, 2025,...more

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New State Labor and Employment Laws Impacting Employers Nationwide to Take Effect on January 1, 2025

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New state laws impacting employers will be going into effect on January 1, 2025. Below is a non-exhaustive summary of major state laws taking effect January 1, 2025. Employers should be mindful of and continue to follow...more

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Additional Protections for Seattle App-Based Workers Take Effect On January 1, 2025

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Seattle continues to expand protections for app-based workers (sometimes referred to as “gig workers”) working within the City of Seattle with its new App-Based Worker Deactivation Rights Ordinance....more

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Employer FAQs on Connecticut’s New Paid Sick Leave Rules Coming January 1

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Connecticut employees will have much broader paid sick leave rights starting January 1, and employers must be ready to comply with the expanded requirements. A new state law not only significantly increases the number of...more

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Connecticut Expands Its Paid Sick Leave Mandate

Connecticut’s existing paid sick days law requires employers with more than 50 employees that are mostly in specific retail and service occupations (such as food service workers and health care workers) to provide their...more

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Reminder!! Connecticut's Expanded Paid Sick Leave Law Takes Effect January 1, 2025

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Real World Impact: Effective January 1, 2025, Connecticut’s paid sick leave law is expanded to cover all employees working for a company with more than 25 employees....more

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Legal Update: Ring in the New Year with New York and New York City Employment Law Updates

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Lawmakers in the city and state of New York were busy in 2024 enacting various labor- and employment-related legislation that is already impacting the workplace....more

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New FAQs on California Paid Sick Leave Unveiled

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The Labor Commissioner’s office recently published an updated version of its Frequently Asked Questions Page for California Paid Sick Leave. Here are some of the highlights of the updates: Agricultural Employees- The...more

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The 12 Days of California Labor and Employment Series – Day 12 "Agricultural Employees Given Another Reason to Use Sick Leave"

In the spirit of the season, we are using our annual "12 Days of California Labor and Employment" blog series to address new California laws and their impact on employers. On the twelfth day of the holidays, my labor and...more

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Employment Law Update: Staying Compliant in 2025

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On December 17, 2024, Allison Callaghan, Pavneet Singh Mac, Julia Botezatu and Varand Nikolaian discussed significant new laws and recent case developments affecting employers in California. During this complimentary...more

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[Webinar] Workplace Compliance and Policy Changes — Prepare for 2025 - January 9th, 12:00 pm - 1:15 pm EST

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Hinckley Allen’s Labor & Employment Group invites you to our fifth virtual Lunch & Learn program. We’ll cover various topics, including: - Potential policy changes under the new Trump administration...more

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Michigan Employers Must Heed Recent Court Ruling on Minimum Wage and Paid Sick Leave - UPDATED 12-18-2024

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In a landmark decision in Mothering Justice v. Attorney General, the Michigan Supreme Court has ruled on the constitutionality of legislative actions surrounding the Improved Workforce Opportunity Wage Act (Wage Act) and the...more

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A Look at New California Labor and Employment Laws for 2025

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The California Legislature has enacted several new laws that will impact the workplace in 2025. This Holland & Knight alert provides a brief summary of select employment laws that go into effect Jan. 1, 2025, unless stated...more

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Does Connecticut’s Expanded Paid Sick Leave Law Apply to Public-Sector Employers?

Statutory definition does not reference municipalities, boards of education or political subdivisions, leaving room for interpretation under Public Act 24-8 Arguably the most significant labor and employment development...more

Holland & Hart - Employers' Lawyers

California Labor and Employment Law Updates for 2025

As we move into 2025, California continues its trend of enacting progressive and comprehensive labor and employment laws. The new legislative updates span a range of critical issues, including whistleblowing, discrimination,...more

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Legal Update: 2025 Employment Law Updates for Connecticut, Massachusetts, and Rhode Island

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Connecticut, Massachusetts, and Rhode Island lawmakers were busy throughout 2024 enacting labor and employment-related legislation already impacting the workplace. Understanding these critical legal updates is essential for...more

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California Updates Paid Sick Leave FAQs: What Employers Need to Know

The California Department of Industrial Relations (DIR) has released updated guidance clarifying how the state’s latest statutory enactments will impact employers’ paid sick leave obligations. Specifically, as we reported...more

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