California employers must understand the leave entitlements and wage replacement benefits available to pregnant employees. This week's blog provides an overview!
As a California employer, it's important to have a good understanding of the different leave entitlements and wage replacement benefits your employees may qualify for when they inform you that they are pregnant or expecting. To help you with that, this week's blog provides an overview!
As a California employer, it's important to have a good understanding of the different leave entitlements and wage replacement benefits your employees may qualify for when they inform you that they are pregnant or expecting. To help you with that, this week's blog provides an overview!
The Paternity Leave (Bereavement) Act 2024 has received Royal Assent on Friday, when this is officially announced it will ensure working dads and non-birthing partners can take leave immediately after the loss of a mother or adoptive parent 💡 This comes after Aaron Horsey's experience. After his wife died in childbirth in 2022, he wasn't eligible for automatic leave due to his recent job change. His two-year campaign led to this change 👨👧 Previously, these situations relied on employer discretion, adding stress to an already difficult time. Baroness Anderson, who championed the bill, highlighted the emotional toll and need for support during such a loss 💔 The Act goes beyond immediate situations. It also helps parents who qualify for regular paternity leave but may not have enough time. This ensures everyone has a legal right to take time to grieve and care for their child without relying solely on employer goodwill ⚖️ The exact date for The Paternity Leave (Bereavement) Act 2024 to come into force hasn't been announced yet, so stay tuned for an announcement 👀 We can help with this topic, and any others in terms of policies, management training and workplace education, to help your business flourish 🌻 Book a fast, free, no-obligation chat with our friendly team today 🙋♀️ 📱 0161 603 2156 💻 supportis.com 💌 [email protected] 💬 DM us #StockportBusiness #ManchesterBusiness #UKBusiness #NorthWestBusiness #UKSmallBusiness #LondonBusiness #HR #HumanResources #UKHealthAndSafety #EmploymentLawUK #EmployeeWellbeing #EmploymentTribunal #UKEmploymentTribunal #EmploymentLawNews #HumanResourcesNews #UKHumanResources #HealthandSafetyNews #HRProfessional #HRManager #PaternityLeave
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Parent's Leave Extended to 9 Weeks Starting August 1st 🗓️ From today, Parent's Leave will be extended from 7 to 9 weeks. This entitlement is available to employees who are considered 'Relevant Parents,' including the parent of the child, or a spouse, civil partner, or cohabitant of the child's parent. The leave can be taken consecutively or one week at a time within the first 2 years of the child's birth or adoption (subject to certain date limitations). Employers are not required to pay employees on Parent's Leave, as they may qualify for Parent's Benefit, though some employers may choose to 'top up' their employees' pay during this leave. Other family-friendly leave options include parental leave, paternity leave, maternity leave, and adoptive leave. Employers should review all their documentation to ensure it complies with current legislation. If you need advice or support on putting your family friendly policies in place please feel free to reach our to us - [email protected] #SimplyHR #ParentsLeave #Legislation #August1st #FamilyFriendlyLeave
Paternity leave is an important topic of discussion and consideration for employers, and specifically relevant with Father's Day coming up this weekend! #Parenting #ParentalLeave #PaternityLeave #FathersDay
Paternity leave and pay: How does the UK measure up to the rest of the world? For new fathers, taking some time off work to bond and spend quality time with their newborn is their number one priority - but they do not always enjoy generous statutory entitlements to do so. In fact, some countries do not provide specific leave for fathers at all. How does the UK's offering compare to global norms? #paternityrights #hr #brightmine #familyfriendly #hrmetrics https://lnkd.in/e2ebmwRs
Parent's Leave Extended to 9 Weeks Starting August 1st 🗓️ From today, Parent's Leave will be extended from 7 to 9 weeks. This entitlement is available to employees who are considered 'Relevant Parents,' including the parent of the child, or a spouse, civil partner, or cohabitant of the child's parent. The leave can be taken consecutively or one week at a time within the first 2 years of the child's birth or adoption (subject to certain date limitations). Employers are not required to pay employees on Parent's Leave, as they may qualify for Parent's Benefit, though some employers may choose to 'top up' their employees' pay during this leave. Other family-friendly leave options include parental leave, paternity leave, maternity leave, and adoptive leave. Employers should review all their documentation to ensure it complies with current legislation. If you need advice or support on putting your family friendly policies in place please feel free to reach our to us - [email protected] #SimplyHR #ParentsLeave #Legislation #August1st #FamilyFriendlyLeave
This is your friendly reminder to consider the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA) before denying accommodations to an employee who is pregnant or has recently given birth. Read more on how to ensure compliance with the PWFA in Amy Angel & Lex Shvartsmann’s newest Barran Liebman LLP E-Alert. https://lnkd.in/grTPHuC6
Did you know that the concept of "maternity leave" in California is a bit of a misnomer? Let me explain. While California does provide support to eligible employees through parental leave policies, there isn't a mandated paid maternity leave at the state level, or the national level. That's where Itsyourleave California Parental Leave Consulting steps in. I can help you understand the complexities of California's parental leave landscape and I'm here to guide you through it. Feeling overwhelmed? Don't worry! Here are the various programs that California provides for wage protection as well as job protection: SDI/PFL Program: If you've noticed "CASDI" deductions on your pay stubs, you likely qualify for the Paid Family Leave Program (PFL). Even part-time workers who contribute to CASDI can be eligible for paid leave. California Family Rights Act (CFRA): CFRA offers up to 12 weeks of unpaid, job-protected leave for qualifying family and medical reasons, such as bonding with a newborn. If you work for an employer with 5 or more employees and meet specific criteria, you could be eligible for CFRA benefits. Employer Benefits: Many employers offer their own maternity leave benefits, including paid leave and other compensation options. I can assist you in understanding your employer's policies and how to leverage them in conjunction with state programs for optimal coverage. Have questions? Feel free to book a call with me (link to book in the comments) or feel free to browse my various resources on my website! #parentalleave #workingmoms #californiapaidleave
🚨 Is your Corporate Parental (Bonding) Leave Policy Discriminatory? Many companies offer "two-tiered" types of leave policies, where the birth mother is entitled to more "bonding time" or parental leave than the father. Other policies sometimes distinguish between a "primary" and "secondary" caregiver. 👉According to the EEOC, these policies may be DISCRIMINATORY, which can result in costly litigation or settlements! ✔️ Employers must distinguish between: ◾️ MEDICAL LEAVE - leave related to any physical limitations imposed by pregnancy or childbirth (medical leave/disability) ◾️ BONDING LEAVE - leave for purposes of bonding with a child and/or providing care for a child (parental leave). ✔️ Leave related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related MEDICAL conditions CAN BE LIMITED TO WOMEN affected by those conditions. ✔️ PARENTAL LEAVE (BONDING) must be provided to similarly situated men and women ON THE SAME TERMS. Tino Russo Joseph Alfonsi Pat Doherty Dominick Alfonsi #TriBen: Disability, Life, Leave, Voluntary Benefits "There are Savings in Specialization" #paidleave #paidfamilyleave #fmla #ada #disabilityinsurance #corporateleave #groupbenefits #employeebenefits
Paternity leave and pay: How does the UK measure up to the rest of the world? For new fathers, taking some time off work to bond and spend quality time with their newborn is their number one priority - but they do not always enjoy generous statutory entitlements to do so. In fact, some countries do not provide specific leave for fathers at all. How does the UK's offering compare to global norms? #familyfriendlyrights #employeebenefits #hr #brightmine #reward https://lnkd.in/e2ebmwRs