Sep 28, 2020 | Domestic Workers' Rights, Household Employer Policies, Labor Laws
The Oregon Workplace Fairness Act, which includes household employers, creates several requirements for employer policies related to harassment, including how and when those policies are distributed. It also prohibits certain clauses in confidentiality agreements.
Aug 12, 2020 | COVID-19, Domestic Workers' Rights, Household Employee Management
A federal court in New York struck down four rules related to the paid leave requirements provided by the Families First Coronavirus Response Act. Here’s what the ruling means for household employers.
Jun 18, 2020 | Domestic Workers' Rights, Labor Laws
Under a new law in the city of Philadelphia, nannies and other domestic workers are now required to receive written employment contracts, meal and rest breaks, paid leave, and other protections. Learn what you need to do as a household employer.
Apr 30, 2020 | COVID-19, Domestic Workers' Rights, Labor Laws
The COVID-19 pandemic is a challenging time for many families. If you employ a nanny, you may be wondering what to do with your caregiver. With new laws in effect that provide paid sick and family leave as well as expanded unemployment benefits to many employees, we’ll discuss what may apply to your nanny.
Apr 28, 2020 | COVID-19, Domestic Workers' Rights, GTM Blog
The Department of Labor’s nonenforcement period for following paid leave requirements under the Families First Coronavirus Response Act has ended. Household employers need to comply with the law’s rules or face fines and other penalties.
Apr 2, 2020 | COVID-19, Domestic Workers' Rights, Labor Laws
The recently passed CARES Act expanded unemployment insurance coverage to eligible individuals for a number of reasons related to the COVID-19 pandemic. Legally paid nannies and other household employees could apply for extended benefits if they qualify.