Nov 1, 2024 | GTM Blog, Household Employer Policies, Labor Laws
As Election Day approaches, families may be curious if they are required to provide their nannies and other household employees with time off to vote. The answer is … it depends. Here’s what household employers need to know as well as other considerations when it comes to voting.
Jun 28, 2024 | Domestic Workers' Rights, GTM Blog, Labor Laws
July is a popular month for states and cities nationwide to implement compliance regulations for employers. These often include families with household help like nannies, housekeepers, and senior caregivers. Here’s what household employers need to know.
Jun 4, 2024 | Domestic Workers' Rights, Household Employee Management, Labor Laws
Here’s what household employers need to know about the New York Wage Theft Prevention Act including pay rates, time tracking, wage notices, and pay stubs.
May 31, 2024 | GTM Blog, Hiring an Employee, Labor Laws, Workers' Comp & Insurance
Obtaining worker’s compensation insurance may not be as obvious a “to do” for a family hiring a nanny or other household employee. However, a lack of coverage is a critical and costly mistake. Here’s why having a workers’ compensation policy is important for household employers.
Apr 26, 2024 | 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. Here are seven steps to protect yourself from allegations of wrongful employment practices.
Feb 9, 2024 | GTM Blog, Hiring an Employee, Labor Laws, Newsworthy
The U.S. DOL recently released a final rule designed to reduce the risk of employees being misclassified as independent contractors, which can be an issue for families with household help. Here’s what this all means for household employers.