December 27, 2017
Paid Family Leave

Laurie Berke-Weiss Quoted in New York Times Article

"Nannies are not volunteers; they are not guests in your home,” Ms. Berke-Weiss said. “They are employees, and all the rules apply. But it doesn’t get more intimate than this. They’re a member of the family … whom you’re paying.” The January 1st rollout of the New York State Paid Family Leave law impacts most private employees in the state, including nannies.

Lauren Smith Brody covered this important issue in the New York Times, highlighting the need for:

  • communication between nannies and employers;
  • employers checking their disability policy to ensure compliance;
  • nannies and employers making a list of duties and plans for accommodations;
  • finding a backup plan for the leave period, and;
  • seeking neutral advice.

Employers and employees with questions can contact us to learn more about implementing this new law in their workplace.

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Workplace Conflict Over Mask Wearing at the Supreme Court

February 2, 2022
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Covid workplace safety at the Supreme Court became a story at the end of January, as Justice Sotomayor participated in arguments from her office, while Justice Gorsuch remained unmasked.

Sarah Palin dined indoors while unvaccinated— but what will the City do to the restaurant?

January 28, 2022
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The focus has been centered on Palin’s bizarre and abhorrent choice to expose those around her to the disease, but it bears examining the potential steps the City might take against the restaurant’s owners, who allowed her to dine inside.

Variants Mean Parents Need More Help

January 28, 2022
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Although the current Omicron wave appears to be cresting in many parts of the country, the fact remains that there will likely be more waves in future months, many of which will deeply affect parents and other caregivers.
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