by Trevor Sparks | Jun 2, 2023 | Domestic Workers' Rights, GTM Blog, Tax & Wage Laws
It’s that time of year again for many minimum wage rates to increase. Now is a good time to check the hourly rate you’re paying a nanny, senior caregiver, or housekeeper and make sure it’s still compliant with the law.
by Trevor Sparks | May 31, 2023 | Domestic Workers' Rights, Employee Benefits, Labor Laws
Minnesota becomes the latest state to pass a paid sick and safe leave law that includes all employers – including families with household help.
by Trevor Sparks | Apr 12, 2023 | Domestic Workers' Rights, Household Employee Management, Labor Laws
Washington, D.C. has joined 10 states and two major cities in enacting domestic worker protections. The major components of the district’s Domestic Workers’ Bill of Rights include a requirement for work agreements in household employment and an extension of human rights as well as occupational health and safety protections for household employees.
by Trevor Sparks | Sep 23, 2022 | Domestic Workers' Rights, GTM Blog, Newsworthy
Non-compliance with wage and labor laws in household employment has grabbed a number of headlines across the country recently and cost families hundreds of thousands of dollars in fines, penalties, and payment of back wages. We take a look at three cases and what families with household help can learn to avoid similar legal troubles.
by Trevor Sparks | Jul 21, 2022 | Domestic Workers' Rights, Household Employee Management, Household Employer Policies, Labor Laws, Tax & Wage Laws
As a family that has hired someone to work in their home – like a nanny, senior caregiver, or housekeeper – you are now considered a household employer and should understand and follow applicable labor laws just like any other business. Here are seven steps to take to help ensure you are protecting yourself from allegations of wrongful employment practices.
by Trevor Sparks | Jul 11, 2022 | Domestic Workers' Rights, GTM Blog, Labor Laws
Household employees in Colorado will soon be protected by the state’s anti-employment discrimination law. Effective in August, the Colorado Anti-Discrimination Act will make it illegal for household employers to discriminate against a worker for disability, race, sex, sexual orientation, religion, age, and nationality.