Washington Paid Family and Medical Leave Update

Washington State has enacted one of the most generous paid family and medical leave programs in the nation, with benefits available to eligible employees beginning January 1, 2020. Littler attorneys Pam Salgado and Deidra Nguyen will discuss the new law in detail and review the ins, the outs, and the remaining unknowns regarding the new Paid Family and Medical Leave law affecting Washington employers.

• Overview of the law, the new amendments and interpreting regulations
• Factors to consider in determining coverage
• Key differences between the Washington law and its federal counterpart
• Communication and notification requirements
• The interplay between paid family leave and other employer benefits policies

Time:

12:00 - 1:00 pm PT
1:00 - 2:00 pm MT
2:00 - 3:00 pm CT
3:00 - 4:00 pm ET