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Update on Missouri’s Proposition A: Status of Earned Paid Sick Time Law

Employers must provide notice of Missouri’s new earned paid sick time (PST) requirements no later than April 15, 2025—ahead of the May 1, 2025, effective date of the state’s new PST law, or Proposition A, passed by voters in...more

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Labor and Employment Developments in California in 2025

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California often finds itself at the forefront of labor and employment law, with changes affecting employers each year. This year is no different. In 2025, employers can expect a variety of impactful changes to the...more

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UK: New Rights to Neonatal Care Leave and Pay Take Effect on April 6, 2025

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The UK Government has confirmed that new rights to statutory neonatal care leave (SNCL) and pay (SNCP) will come into effect from April 6, 2025. This gives employees who have a qualifying relationship with a child born on or...more

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Understanding ESTA: Key Provisions For Employers

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On February 21, 2025, the Michigan Legislature passed, and Governor Whitmer subsequently signed into law, an amendment to the Earned Sick Time Act (ESTA). The new law significantly modifies administrative and financial...more

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Michigan Makes Significant Revisions to Earned Sick Time Act

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Share on Twitter Print Share by Email Share Back to top Late on Thursday, February 20, 2025, the Michigan legislature passed amendments to the Earned Sick Time Act (ESTA) that was otherwise set to take effect by court order...more

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In 11th Hour Move, Michigan Legislature Adopts Amended Minimum Wage and Earned Sick and Safe Time Requirements

Capping off a years’ long saga, and with only minutes to spare, on February 20, 2025, the Michigan Legislature (the Legislature) passed much anticipated amendments to the Michigan Earned Sick Time Act (ESTA) and Improved...more

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New York City to Require Employers to Physically and Electronically Post Lactation Room Accommodation Policy

New York City employers will be required to physically and electronically post a copy of their written lactation room accommodation policy under recent amendments to New York City’s lactation accommodations law set to take...more

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Maryland Paid Family Leave Will Soon Take Effect: Employer FAQs

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Maryland lawmakers passed a Paid Family Medical Leave Insurance law (FAMLI) several years ago, and the effective date is fast approaching – which means it’s time for employers to make sure they understand the current version...more

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New Statutory Entitlements for Neonatal Leave and Pay in the United Kingdom

Parents of babies who require neonatal care will have a right to up to twelve weeks of leave and pay under the Neonatal Care (Leave and Pay) Act 2023, coming into force on 6 April 2025. This affects England, Scotland, and...more

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New York Employers Need to Ensure Compliance with New Paid Prenatal Leave Law

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We previously notified New York State employers of an amendment to the paid sick leave law for prenatal care. The law went into effect January 1, 2025. All employers need to ensure they understand and comply with the law....more

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2025 Employment Law Updates for New York Employers

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The most wonderful time of the year often portends many legal hiccups for the unassuming business. And this year is no different. As the holiday season approaches and we turn the calendar to 2025, New York employers should...more

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[Webinar] New California Employment Laws and Developments for 2025 - November 20th, 10:00 am - 11:00 am PT

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Join us for a comprehensive, complimentary webinar on November 20, 2024, from 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. (Pacific), presented by CDF Partners Mark S. Spring and Nicole Legrottaglie Wohl. This “Year in Review” session will cover the...more

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If Pain, Yes Gain – Part 126: California Expands Paid Sick Leave Protections For 2025

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Governor Newsom recently signed new laws – SB 1105 and AB 2499 – which extend and clarify employees’ available reasons for use of California paid sick leave (PSL)....more

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New and Improved California Leave Provisions for 2025

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Out with the old and in with the new. Governor Newsom recently signed new laws which extend and clarify employees’ available reasons for use of California paid sick leave. There are expanded unpaid leave protections for...more

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Doubling Down in the Second City, Part Two: Chicago Department of Business Affairs and Consumer Protection Issues Final Rules...

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On July 1, 2024, the Chicago Paid Leave and Paid Sick and Safe Leave Ordinance (PLO or the “Ordinance”) took effect. We previously reported on the Ordinance when it was announced in November 2023 noting that, as written, it...more

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Employment Law Update: Frequently Asked Questions About 2024 Legislative Changes to Minnesota Employment Laws

Several new and revised statutes passed by the Minnesota Legislature significantly impact the rights and responsibilities of employers. Understanding these changes is important in helping employers minimize the risk of...more

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Legal Update: Connecticut Paid Sick Leave Law Gets Major Overhaul: Who's Covered, What Qualifies, and More

On May 21, 2024, Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont signed legislation expanding Connecticut’s Paid Sick Leave law beginning January 1, 2025. The new legislation expands the scope of employers covered by the law, increases the...more

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Minnesota’s Paid Leave Law: New Guidance, Higher Payroll Taxes, Amendments

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Under Minnesota’s Paid Leave Law (PLL) that goes into effect in January 2026, employers must provide covered employees up to 20 weeks of leave to care for themselves and their family members with paid leave benefits available...more

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What Connecticut Employers Need to Know About the Upcoming Changes to Connecticut's Paid Sick Leave Law

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Executive Summary: On May 6, 2024, the Connecticut State Senate approved a significant expansion to Connecticut’s existing paid sick leave law that took effect in 2011. The bill is expected to be signed into law by Governor...more

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New Employment Legislation in Maryland: Essential Updates

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The Maryland legislature addressed a wide array of labor and employment law topics this session. The laws discussed were signed into law by Governor Moore and become effective in 2024 on the dates noted. This article...more

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New Oregon Law (Mostly) Aligns OFLA and Paid Leave Oregon to Prevent Employees from Stacking Leave Benefits

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Since Paid Leave Oregon took effect on September 3, 2023, employees have been able to stack protected leave benefits leaving employers with staffing shortages and limited avenues to consolidate Oregon’s quagmire of leave...more

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2024 Labor and Employment Outlook for Manufacturers

As we look ahead to 2024, there are a number of new issues and trends that appear on the local, state, and federal horizon with regard to labor and employment laws that may impact manufacturers. The following are a few of...more

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At the Final Hour: Guidance for New Paid Sick Leave Requirements and Required Notices

The new paid sick leave requirements for California employers go into effect January 1, 2024.  The increase in paid sick leave that must be provided is the central element of the legislation....more

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Welcome News: Chicago Amends Paid Leave Ordinance

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In welcome news for employers, the Chicago City Council passed an amendment (the Amendment) to the new Chicago Paid Leave and Paid Sick and Safe Leave Ordinance (the Ordinance), which will delay implementation of paid leave...more

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Five Key Legislative Updates Affecting California Employers in 2024

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California Governor Gavin Newsom signed a flurry of new bills at the end of the legislative session, including numerous bills that will impact employers across various industries across the state. Some of the key changes...more

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