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Mandatory Pamphlet Updates for California Employers

HRWatchdog

All California employers are required to distribute six pamphlets to employers, and two of them — Unemployment Insurance (UI) and Workers’ Compensation Rights and Benefits — have mandatory updates for 2024. The latest Unemployment Insurance pamphlet (DE 2320 and DE 2320S) has “Rev. Not a member?

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Alcohol/Drug Rehabilitation Leave: State/Federal Laws Provide Protections

HRWatchdog

Are we required to provide him leave time? An employee who seeks time off to enter an alcohol or drug rehabilitation program may be eligible for leave protections under several state and federal laws. Labor Code Section 1027) In addition, employees seeking treatment may be eligible for State Disability Insurance benefits.

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Lower Base Period Wages Can Affect Expected Disability Benefits

HRWatchdog

A fairly new employee is out on a medical leave and receiving state disability insurance, but the weekly benefit she’s getting is far less than the 60% I thought an employee was entitled to. The benefit amount is then calculated based on the quarter in that base period with the highest wages. Why is that?

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California Paid Family Leave Grants Available to Eligible Businesses

HRWatchdog

Eligible small businesses in California may now apply for grants up to $2,000 per employee utilizing California’s Paid Family Leave program (PFL). Grants are available in the following amounts: Businesses with 51–100 employees may receive up to $1,000 per employee utilizing Paid Family Leave. Not a member?

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Coronavirus Support Available for Workers, Employers

HRWatchdog

California makes SDI, PFL and Work Sharing benefits available to those affected by the coronavirus. The additional support comes one day after Governor Gavin Newsom declared a state of emergency as part of California’s response to the coronavirus. SDI, PFL Benefits. Visit the EDD’s Work Sharing Program to learn more.

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Employees in Addiction Recovery Could Receive Leave, SDI Benefits

HRWatchdog

A few state and federal laws could protect employees who voluntarily enter rehab for substance abuse. Will she be eligible for State Disability Insurance? Employees who request time off for substance abuse recovery may be eligible for protected leave under a number of state and federal laws. Not a member?

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3 Employee Benefits Trends Driving Change In 2020

PlanSource

2019 was a busy year in human resources and employee benefits. Several states issued new laws that expanded regulation on everything from parental leave to classifying contracted employees. What do these changes mean for the future of HR in 2020 and beyond? Here’s a quick breakdown of the top benefits trends for 2020. .