Higgins, Cavanagh & Cooney partner James Ruggieri was interviewed recently by NBC10 anchor Frank Coletta on the wide-ranging impact of Rhode Island’s new paid sick leave law – the Healthy and Safe Families and Workplace Act.” The law takes effect on July 1st. Even so, many employers are already preparing for the upcoming compliance date.
Employees can accrue and use leave for: 1) the employee’s own health condition; 2) to care for certain family members with health conditions; closure of the employee’s business or a child’s school due to a public health emergency; or 4) the employee or family member is a victim of domestic violence, sexual assault, or stalking.
Most employers with 18 or more employees must provide paid leave; employers with fewer than 18 employees must provide unpaid leave. This new law is very technical and will have a profound impact on the workplace. If you have any questions or for more information, please contact James Ruggieri.
