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Jeff Gilbreth is the practice group leader of Nixon Peabody’s Labor & Employment group, and provides employers of all sizes and in all industries with strategic advice and counsel with respect to their business operations and employment law compliance.
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Nov 20, 2019
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Massachusetts Governor Charlie Baker and legislative leaders have announced an agreement to delay the effective date for the new Massachusetts Paid Family and Medical Leave Act payroll tax from July 1, 2019 to October 1, 2019.
June 12, 2019
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The Massachusetts Department of Paid Family and Medical Leave has announced significant changes to upcoming Paid Family and Medical Leave deadlines and other employer requirements. This alert discusses what businesses need to know.
June 17, 2019
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Family and medical leave—or more precisely paid family and medical leave—is a trending topic in politics, and states are adopting laws requiring employers to provide paid family, medical and/or other leave to employees. This alert provides an overview of the current laws in effect and where things may be headed.
June 18, 2019
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The rule adopts a six-factor test to determine whether a worker is an employee or an independent contractor under the Fair Labor Standards Act. What’s the impact? DOL announced new test for determining worker classification under the FLSA. The new rule goes into effect on March 11, 2024. Companies should review current (and future) independent contractors to ensure compliance with new framework.
Jan 16, 2024
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The Family First Coronavirus Response Act, while providing covered employees with helpful paid leave benefits, has left employers with many questions. The Department of Labor, has issued new revisions and clarifications to its temporary rules concerning who is considered a health care provider and what constitutes intermittent leave for childcare purposes. This alert explains these changes and helps employers navigate potential changes to their policies and procedures.
Sep 15, 2020
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Sep 26, 2019
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March 29, 2019
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The Department of Family and Medical Leave continues to release information and guidance regarding the Massachusetts Paid Family and Medical Leave Act. By June 30, employers must provide Massachusetts employees and 1099-MISC contractors with written notice regarding PFML and must hang a PFML poster in its Massachusetts facilities. Also, employers can now apply for private plan exemptions.
May 10, 2019
