Having a child is a life-changing experience, and companies recognize that their employees need time to care for their newborn or newly adopted child. However, navigating the laws and policies around parental leave can be confusing, especially when different state and federal regulations apply. 

The following videos provide an overview of the main programs at play including the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA), the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and wage replacement benefits (PFML, statutory disability, short-term disability insurance) to help you navigate this complex topic.

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Chapter 1: Overview and FMLA & ADA

Chapter 2: Wage Replacement Programs

Chapter 3: Statutory Disability Insurance

Chapter 4: Paid Family & Medical Leave

Chapter 5: Short-Term Disability Insurance

Chapter 6: Employer Parental Leave Policy

Resources

Check out the additional resources mentioned in the above videos:

• Paid Family & Medical Leave Landscape - from our partner MetLife
• Statutory Leave Benefit Guide - from our partner MetLife
• Short-Term Disability Insurance:
  • Justworks STD insurance policies PDF
  • Voluntary STD (employee-paid policy)
  • Non-contributory STD (employer-sponsored policy)

Disclaimer

This material has been prepared for informational purposes only, and is not intended to provide, and should not be relied on for, legal or tax advice. If you have any legal or tax questions regarding this content or related issues, then you should consult with your professional legal or tax advisor.