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How to Prepare for Flu Season During the Pandemic
The flu isn’t the only health crisis families and their employees have to address this year as we approach the winter season. Public health experts are fearing a potential “twindemic” between COVID-19 cases and the flu. Here are some preventative actions to help keep your family and nanny healthy and protected over the next several months.
Do You Share the Same COVID-19 Risk Tolerance as Your Nanny?
Employing or planning to hire a nanny? Make sure you and your caregiver have a similar COVID-19 risk tolerance to avoid any potential safety issues during their employment.
Trump v. Biden: Where the Presidential Candidates Stand on Childcare
For parents of young children, the cost and availability of quality childcare are likely key considerations when deciding how to cast their votes in November. So where do the 2020 presidential candidates – Donald Trump and Joe Biden – stand on issues related to childcare? Here’s a look at their plans.
New York State’s Paid Sick Leave Law Now in Effect
The law includes household employees like nannies, housekeepers, and senior caregivers. Here’s what it means for families with household help and how they can comply with the new legislation.
How to Celebrate Halloween During the Pandemic
Halloween is the time for trick-or-treating in the neighborhood, visiting haunted houses, and going to costume parties. But how do you celebrate Halloween during the pandemic this year? Traditional activities may not be happening in your town and can increase the risk of getting or spreading COVID-19. Here are some steps to make Halloween safer and some alternative ideas for fun activities.
California Extends Safety Related Retaliation Protection to Household Employees
Under a new law, household employees in California can’t be laid off for refusing to perform work in violation of safety standards under certain provisions along with other protections. Employers can face a misdemeanor and civil liability for any violations.
DOL Revised FFCRA Regulations Related to Employee Leave
The U.S. Department of Labor has amended some provisions of the Family and Medical Leave Act in response to a federal court decision that invalidated part of the law’s original regulations. Here is what has changed.
Amended NYC Paid Sick Leave Law Now in Effect
The amended NYC Paid Sick Leave Law provides nannies, housekeepers, and other domestic workers with 40 hours of paid safe and sick leave and creates other responsibilities for household employers.
What Should You Do if You Get an Unemployment Notice?
Received an unemployment notice that your employee has filed a claim? Not sure what to do? If you have paid your nanny legally, you have nothing to worry about. Here’s what to do with answers to some common questions.
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