Alaska Paid Sick Leave Law Goes Into Effect
Paid sick leave initiatives were on the ballot and up for vote in three states – Alaska (“Ballot Measure No. 1”), Missouri (Proposition A), and Nebraska (Initiative 436).
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Vermont Expands Family Leave Protections: New Entitlements and Broader Definitions
Vermont’s Governor signed legislation that extends protections of Vermont’s unpaid family leave law, which become effective July 1.
2025 Changes to Washington’s Paid Family and Medical Leave Program
Washington has amended its Paid Family and Medical Leave (PFML) program by making several key changes. In a significant departure from the former landscape, the amendments extend job restoration rights to employees of smaller employers than previously.
Iowa Requires Equal Treatment for Adoptive Parents by Employers
New law in Iowa requires employers to treat adoptive and biological parents the same in certain circumstances.
Webinar Recording: The Transformative Power of Work
Did you know that nearly 25% of today’s 20-year-olds will experience at least one year of unemployment due to a disabling condition before retirement? Even short-term disabilities can create long-term repercussions, affecting our well-being across physical, mental, social, and financial…
Getting Incomplete or Insufficient FMLA Medical Certifications? Request More Information
How can employers ensure compliance with the federal Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) when it comes to medical certifications?
DMEC News: June-August 2025
The DMEC team hit the ground running this year with a new cadence for member communication, a new season of the DMEC podcast, and more.
Knowledge is Power: Putting All the Pieces Together Helps Employers
When is an independent medical examination helpful to an employer? How does this type of program help ensure employees get the right type of care and, in some instances, result in cost savings for employers? Read on for answers to these questions and more.
Exploring a Speed-of-Trust Approach to Program Administration to Improve Employee Experiences
Could instilling more trust in employees reduce confusion and lead to better outcomes? Learn about speed-of-trust programs and how they have helped employers simplify the process.
Considering Work As a Transition of Care Improves Outcomes
Ensuring that employers talk about how returning to work can be therapeutic is an important step that some leave management teams are skipping, which introduces process vulnerabilities. Get best practices, guidance, and data that explain the value of talking with employees openly upfront.
