Hawaii has enacted a new law expanding the state’s family leave law to better support military families. Hawaii’s family leave statute will allow eligible employees to take unpaid family leave for qualifying military exigencies connected to a family member’s active-duty
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The Disability, Leave & Health Management Blog, published by Jackson Lewis P.C., focuses on legal developments and compliance issues related to employee disability accommodations, leave policies, and health management in the workplace. It covers topics such as paid leave laws, workplace protections for conditions like menstruation and menopause, state and local leave law updates, and employer obligations under various disability and health-related statutes. The blog also addresses practical guidance for managing accommodations, interactive processes, and evolving regulations impacting employer leave and health management practices across different jurisdictions.
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Understanding Employer Obligations under Chicago’s Updated Paid Leave and Paid Sick and Safe Leave Rules
Takeaways
- Chicago’s updated rules (effective 06.01.26) clarify key aspects of its Paid Leave and Paid Sick and Safe Leave Ordinance, including compliance options, certification rules, and limits on sick leave use.
- The updated rules expand and define permissible uses and
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Allegheny County Considers Requiring Employers Provide Paid Parental Leave
Pennsylvania’s Allegheny County Board of Health has unanimously approved seeking public comment on a proposal to expand Allegheny County’s Paid Sick Leave rules and to adopt paid parental leave obligations for employers.
The public comment period will remain open for…
Virginia Adopts Broad Paid Sick Leave Law
Last week, Virginia Governor Abigail Spanberger signed legislation dramatically expanding Virginia’s paid sick leave law to cover nearly all Virginia employees. If you have employees in Virginia, you can learn more about the new law here.
Virginia Adopts Paid Family Medical Leave Insurance Program
Virginia has become the first Southern state to adopt a mandatory paid family medical leave insurance program. Read here for more information about employer obligations and employee entitlements under this new law.
Government Web Accessibility Deadline Extended
The DOJ recently extended the deadline for states and local governments to comply with its web accessibility rule under Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act. Read more about these requirements, the deadlines, and similar requirements for recipients of…
Virginia Governor Spanberger Proposes Amendments to Paid Sick Leave, Paid Family and Medical Leave, and Menopause Accommodations Legislation
On April 13, 2026, Governor Spanberger proposed amendments to bills that would expand paid sick leave to nearly all Virginia employees, establish a statewide paid family and medical leave insurance program, and address workplace accommodations related to menopause and perimenopause.…
Understanding Federal Military Leave Obligations
In the current environment, understanding employers’ compliance obligations under the Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA) is more important than ever. Our colleagues provide important guidance here: Heightened Military Engagement: Unpacking Employers’ USERRA Responsibilities – Jackson Lewis
New York ESSTA: What Employers Need to Know about Amendments, Enforcement, and FAQs
Amendments to New York City’s Earned Safe and Sick Time Act expanded employee leave rights effective 02.22.26. Our New York colleagues provide insights about what these amendments mean for employers and get you up to date on the Department of…
Remote Work Accommodation Requests: What Private Employers Can Learn from the EEOC’s FAQs
The EEOC recently published an FAQ-style technical assistance document addressing telework accommodations for federal employees with disabilities. Read more about what lessons this offers to private sector employers: EEOC’s Recent FAQs for Federal Sector Agencies Regarding Remote Work for Disabled…