Connecticut Paid Family & Medical Leave benefit begins on January 1, 2022.
Keeping track of state legislation, as well as national leave trends, is essential to better support your employees as paid family leave becomes more and more complex. According to the EEOC, the average cost of defending a family medical leave lawsuit is $78,000, and if found guilty of wrongful termination, damages can range from $87,000 to $450,000.
Sandwiched between New York and Massachusetts, we've seen how intricate the process can be which is why it's important to get ahead of the curve now to be better prepared with what's to come with Connecticut Paid Family and Medical Leave (PFML).
View our Employer FAQ for ongoing updates to frequently asked questions as well as best practices for navigating through these next few months.
3 Reasons to Continue Offering a Short-Term Disability Policy to Supplement CT PFML Benefit. Read Now →
Employer Resources
New Year, New Questions: Your Answers for Connecticut Paid Leave + COVID-19
Despite our New Year's wishes, COVID-19 cases continue to ramp up across the state and many employers are finding themselves back at square one. In addition, Connecticut Paid Family Medical Leave (CT PFML) benefits have begun, creating more questions than answers. Cut through the confusion as our team helps answer your most frequently asked questions regarding CT PFML and COVID-19. Listen now!
Our latest Friends with Employee Benefits podcast episode helps tackle the questions we've been hearing from employers across the state: what's the process of applying and tracking claims?; is a private plan option still advantageous?; and why should I still be offering a short-term disability plan to my employees.
LATEST STATE INFORMATION
- NEW! Model Notice - Department of Labor
- Business Professionals Guide to CT PMFL Webinar Series
- Small Business Guide to CT PFML Webinar Series
- Video: Application Portal Now Open
- How Do Workers Access Paid Leave Benefits?
- Gov. Lamont Announces Aflac Selected as Claims Administrator for Paid Leave Program
- Employer Toolkit
- Human Resources Toolkit
- Employee Rights Poster
- In-Depth Overview of CT PFML Legislation
- How CT PMFL Compares to other States Programs
- Video Guide for Employers
- Contribution Estimator Tool for Employees
ONEDIGITAL RESOURCES
- July 1st Deadline - Model Notice Legal Update Overview
- Understanding the Differences: Federal FMLA vs. CT FMLA vs. CT Paid Leave
- Frequently Asked Questions Page
- Employee-Facing Resource: CT PFML Claims Process
- Why Should a Connecticut Employer Offer Short Term Disability (STD) Coverage After CT Paid Family & Medical Leave Goes into Effect?
Access the Connecticut Paid Leave Authority's resources for additional support. Go Now →
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Is your team ready to navigate the road ahead
These next few months are critical for ensuring compliance and deciding how to best approach the CT Paid Family & Medical Leave program, but you don't have to go it alone. Leave it to our team of expert benefit consultants to take the stress off your shoulders. Connect with our team today.