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Washington State employers have to make a big decision about Paid Family and Medical Leave before Dec. 31, 2018. Go with the state plan? Or offer your own voluntary plan? Check out five steps you can follow to get ready before premium collections begin Jan. 1.

Massachusetts is the latest state to approve a Paid Family and Medical Leave Program — effective Jan. 1, 2021. See what sets the program apart and how it will work.

New York's paid family leave program has five key changes in store for 2019. Remember, the program will scale up over the next three years. Here's a quick overview to help employees understand the changes.

Are you confused by dueling proposals for a national paid leave law? We're here to shed light on the differences between the Workflex Act and the FAMILY Act. And help you put them in perspective for the long run.
The countdown is beginning for the launch of Paid Family Leave in Washington State. In just six months, premium collection will begin on Jan. 1, 2019. And starting Jan. 1, 2020, eligible employees can apply for benefits. What do you need to know?
On June 28, Massachusetts Gov. Charlie Baker signed a bill that will reshape the state's workplaces. Along with increasing the minimum wage, the bill will also offer workers paid time off for family and medical leave starting in 2021.

More states — and even some cities — are passing regulations to provide paid family leave. The tricky part for large multi-state employers? Each program has its own rules. Here's a quick overview of the state of paid family leave in the U.S.

The 2017 tax act introduced a federal tax credit for employers who provide paid family and medical leave to their employees. Learn the pros and cons for employers — and get tips on how it works.

Is it a smart move to file for New York Paid Family Leave early — before employees go on leave? Surprise, it's actually not. See why and get tips to help employees file efficiently.

Struggling with some of the nuances of New York's Paid Family Leave program? Check out this Q&A to find out whether you “really have to.”