While many factors influence the overall employee experience, some are particularly significant yet often overlooked. Two such critical aspects are your leave of absence and accommodations programs and processes. Recent survey data underscores the profound impact of leave experiences on…
Employers often inquire about allowing their employees the option to “choose” whether to utilize leave under the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA). The Department of Labor (DOL) unequivocally states that this is not permissible. In this engaging and informative…
Today, over 75 million women are in the workforce.1 Among them, 20% are between the ages of 45 and 54 – likely to experience or are experiencing menopause.2 Menopause continues to be a taboo topic in the workplace, yet it…
Four more states are set to join the paid family and medical leave (PFML) landscape by 2026, broadening the reach of these vital benefit programs across the nation. However, this expansion also presents a heightened level of administrative intricacy for…
For some employers, state Paid Family and Medical Leave (PFML) programs may be old hat, but many others don’t feel ready to manage the complexities, compliance and administrative challenges that PFML programs bring. With the implementation of four additional PFML…
In 2008, a pivotal moment occurred as Congress enacted the Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act (MHPAEA) to enhance individuals’ access to mental health and substance abuse care. Fast forward to the present, and with May being Mental Health…
As technology propels us forward, many fear the human connection will be lost. We explored tips and tactics to build out program efficiencies without sacrificing the personal connection that so hugely impacts the employee experience. This session also explored a…
The Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) has long stood as the cornerstone of employee rights, offering crucial leave provisions to eligible workers nationwide. However, the landscape of leave programs has evolved, with individual states increasingly taking center stage by…
As leave management grows in complexity, so do the questions plaguing absence and disability professionals. If you’ve ever wondered about the leave benefits offered by others in your industry, or sought a benchmark for your leave management processes, this is…
New laws like the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA), the long-term effects of COVID-19, and numerous other factors are driving an increase in requests for workplace accommodations. A recent survey found that 75% of HR managers saw an increase in…
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