New Parental Leave Laws in Washington

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Get up to date on state and local leave laws in Washington.

Many employers who are faced with managing leave for an employee often do not understand which leave laws must be considered. They also do not understand that one size does not fit all when it comes to leave laws and that an individualized assessment is necessary for each employee situation.

This topic helps the persons responsible for managing employee leave to understand first which laws must be considered and then how to implement a leave plan that is suitable for the employee based on an individualized assessment. The material also explains the difference between laws and employer administered leave programs. Failing to properly implement leave for an employee creates systematic exposure and has led to awards of many thousands of dollars. This topic is critical for employers so they can provide the leave entitled under the law and reduce their exposure.

Learning Objectives

• You will be able to identify which leave law your employee is entitled to.
  
• You will be able to recognize when an accommodation or leave are necessary.
  
• You will be able to discuss your strategy for leave management.
  
• You will be able to review your company policy for leave to reduce exposure.

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