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Laura Withrow invites you to attend the National Human Resources Association’s presentation of “Managing Employee Leaves of Absence and Time Off Requests” by Sue Bendavid and Tal Burnovski Yeyni, Lewitt Hackman.   What should employers do when an employee says “I need a leave of absence,” or “I’m too stressed to work”? Are employers required to provide leave to new hires who are pregnant? Can employers condition leave requests on a doctor’s note? Do SDI and PFL provide protected time off? Employee leave requests can be confusing, particularly in California, where rules sometimes overlap. Our speakers will provide helpful guidance for HR professionals to understand when leave rules are triggered, how to manage employee leave requests, employees’ obligations concerning requesting a leave of absence, and more.   Date: March 13, 2024 Time: 7:30a.m. – 9:00a.m. Location:             In Person: Palm Garden Hotel                             495 N. Ventu Park Rd.                             Thousand Oaks, CA 91360            Virtual:                             Link will be provided prior to the meeting Sign-up/Register Online: https://lnkd.in/gQRZMFvm

HR Compliance TIP: Missouri Paid Sick Leave 🏥 Starting in 2025, Missouri employers will be required to provide paid sick leave to all employees. This is a significant shift that could impact your business operations and compliance practices. Want to learn more about how to navigate this change? Watch our latest video where SHRM expert Summer Vanderbilt from HireLevel offers valuable tips to help your business stay compliant. 🔽 #HRCompliance #PaidSickLeave #MissouriLaw #EmployeeBenefits #HRtips #BusinessCompliance #SHRM

Is the office surprisingly emptier than normal? Perhaps you're not on top of staff leave. Check out our top 5 signs that absence management is out of control. https://lnkd.in/gnXWmK5 #hr #hrtech #absencemanagement

Time to get formal to address high sick leave use? How do you invite someone to a meeting to discuss their sick leave levels? As per usual, we get into approaching tricky yet important conversations in this short clip, to help better your business and HR skills. #business #kingsbirthday #northland #winter #hr #hrtoolkit #nzaudioeditors #staff #sicky #sickleave

Ready for Part 2 of the Management of Staff and Compliance Q&A Article? It's officially published on our website and ready for reading! Click the link in our bio to read Part 2 of this Q&A series, where Tania Nicholls (TN), Human Resources Manager, and Sandra Gibbs (SG), Senior Staffing Services Officer, offer expert insights into navigating through the intricacies of employee time off, covering everything from holidays to maternity leave. #TerraRed #TerraTips #TerraCaribbean #RealEstate #Management #Staff #Compliance #EmployeeRelations

There's a lot of content out there on #FMLA but just to let you know that #PeopleFirst can help you track and record all of your FMLA requests along with pay, hours, communication with the employee and policies. Reach out me, Connor Gillespie or Leigh Goggins if you want to discuss how a modern HR system can help your business. Or contact us here: https://lnkd.in/e2tUqAd5 #hr #employmentlaw #hrcompliance

How often do you review and update your HR policies? What challenges have you faced in keeping them current? Staying current with policy changes is crucial for compliance and supporting your team effectively. Here are three key updates you need to make: ⚫️ Paternity leave: Can now be taken within the first 52 weeks, in 1 or 2 week blocks. ⚫️ Flexible working: Employees have the right to request flexible working from day 1 and can make 2 requests per year. ⚫️ Carer's leave: Carers are entitled to an additional 1 week of unpaid leave every 12 months. Regularly updating your policies ensures you're meeting legal requirements and providing the best support to your team. 🙂 Need help with these updates? We offer a Pay-As-You-Go service where we can make the changes for you or review your work. #smallbusiness #hrsupport #founder #humanresources

Whether or not Connecticut's expanded paid sick leave mandate covers short-term workers is one of the hundreds of issues currently perplexing employers. While those workers are not eligible, it’s important to understand the definition of seasonal employee, and how that employee might switch to permanent status, as CBIA's Diane Mokriski explains. #connecticut #paidsickleave #employmentlaw #HR #wageandhour

🌟 Partnering with PuzzleHR for Leave of Absence Management 🌟 Navigating leave of absence laws is essential for employers. Here's how we can help: ✨ Expanded Coverage: With recent changes in the California Family Rights Act (CFRA), even smaller employers must provide job-protected leave. Partnering with PuzzleHR ensures compliance with these expanded regulations. ✨ Streamlined Processes: PuzzleHR streamlines leave management, from processing requests to ensuring accurate record-keeping, reducing administrative burden and risk of non-compliance. ✨ Expertise and Support: PuzzleHR provides access to experts who stay updated with evolving laws and can provide guidance on complex leave situations, ensuring employers remain compliant while supporting their workforce. ✨ Cost-Efficiency: While managing leave internally can be resource-intensive, partnering with PuzzleHR allows businesses to allocate resources more effectively, potentially reducing costs associated with leave administration. ✨ Focus on Core Operations: By partnering with PuzzleHR for leave management, employers can focus on core business operations, driving growth and innovation. #CaliforniaEmployment #LeaveManagement #PuzzleHR #HRCompliance #WorkforceManagement

Did you know that over a million UK workers miss out on statutory sick pay because they earn less than £123 a week? That’s 3.5% of the workforce left without a safety net during illness. In HR Magazine’s latest article, Vicky Walker, our Group Director of People puts it simply: “Regardless of salary level, organisations should be offering the same amount of sick leave to all employees.” Fair and inclusive sick pay policies aren’t just a moral imperative—they’re key to supporting employee wellbeing and building trust. Read the full article to learn more about why equitable sick pay is essential: #SickLeave #SickPay #EqualityatWork