This blog series provides the latest happenings in leave, disability, and accommodations. Stay in the loop with regulatory news, essential resources, and actionable steps to help you navigate the ever-changing landscape. Join us as we share information to help you stay connected and compliant!
From ballot to benefit: Understanding the new paid sick leave laws in three states December 4, 2024Explore the recent approval of paid sick leave initiatives by voters in Alaska, Missouri, and Nebraska, reflecting a strong support for workers’ rights. Analyze the implications of these significant changes for employers and employees, and learn how to adapt to this evolving landscape of workplace benefits.
Navigating Delaware’s Paid Family and Medical Leave: Key facts for employers November 19, 2024Delaware is set to go live with its Paid Family and Medical Leave (PFML) program on January 1, 2026, marking a significant milestone for employee support. This post dives into the program’s essentials and some unique aspects, such as covered employers and benefit coordination.
Enhancing support: The changing paradigm of paid sick leave programs November 6, 2024We continue to explore the evolving landscape of paid sick leave programs, highlighting significant changes set to take effect in Connecticut, Michigan, and Washington by 2025. As states enhance these benefits, it’s crucial for employers to stay informed and adapt to new requirements that promote employee well-being and equity.
October 2024 Statutory Update October 28, 2024This month’s update includes:
• Paid Family and Medical Leave (PFML) and Accrued Paid Leave Updates
• Accommodations and Leave for Crime Victims in California
• Important Reminders
• 2025 Paid Family and Medical Leave (PFML) Rates, Benefits and Required Notices (so far!)
Is your FMLA policy both compliant and functional? September 13, 2024Everything you need to know about drafting (or updating) an optimized FMLA policy.
- August 2024 Statutory Update August 13, 2024
This month’s update includes:
• D.C. Paid Family Leave employer contribution and benefit increased
• Paid Leave Oregon maximum weekly benefit increased
• Rhode Island TDI and TCI benefit and duration updates
• Accrued paid leave in Michigan will revert to the Earned Sick Time Act (MI ESTA) 
Across the Map of Paid Sick Leave July 11, 2024Discover the latest updates on accrued paid sick leave regulations across the United States, from Washington’s expanded coverage to Illinois’ clarifications and New York’s legislation on paid prenatal leave.
- June 2024 Statutory Update June 6, 2024
This month’s update covers:
• Pregnant Workers’ Fairness Act final regulations
• New York Paid Prenatal Leave
• Expansion of Connecticut Paid Sick Leave
• Plus, Paid Family and Medical Leave, Accrued Paid Leave amendments, and more 
Comparing Accommodation Rights: PWFA and ADA June 5, 2024Discover how the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA) compares to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) in protecting employees’ rights.
- March 2024 Statutory Update March 20, 2024
This month’s update covers:
• Reporting requirement updates for Massachusetts Paid Family and Medical Leave
• Amendments to the Oregon Paid Family and Medical Leave
• Plus, Accrued Paid Leave updates, important date reminders, and more - December 2023 Statutory Update December 20, 2023
This month’s update covers:
• Chicago Paid Leave effective date updates
• Cook County IL accrued leave amendment
• California paid sick leave resources
• 2024 PFML benefit and rate updates and required notices 
Statutory Update: Accrued Paid Leave Amendments in CA, IL and MN; 2024 PFML Benefits and Rates; January 1 Reminders & More November 21, 2023Updates in State and Local leave legislation and guidance since our August 31 post.
About the Authors
Jim Jantz, JD
Jim Jantz is the Absence, Disability, & Life (ADL) Director of Compliance at Marsh McLennan Agency. As an attorney specializing in ADL compliance, Jim is a trusted expert in navigating the complexities of federal, state, and local disability and leave laws/regulations. He serves as the go-to resource for clients, practice leaders, and account teams, providing invaluable guidance on regulatory issues. With extensive experience in LOA, accommodations, and employee benefits management, Jim brings a wealth of expertise to compliance consultation.
Missy Young
Missy Young has been with Marsh McLennan Agency for more than 20 years, joining the Absence, Disability & Life (ADL) practice in 2016. In addition to her role as a Consultant on the ADL account management team, Missy helps colleagues and customers navigate the complex and rapidly changing disability, leave, and accommodations laws through the Statutory Update posts and various other resources.
