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Navigating New Laws for Pregnancy and Lactation in the Workplace with Jessica Craft
Manage episode 404960507 series 3554459
Το περιεχόμενο παρέχεται από το Kortney Ross. Όλο το περιεχόμενο podcast, συμπεριλαμβανομένων των επεισοδίων, των γραφικών και των περιγραφών podcast, μεταφορτώνεται και παρέχεται απευθείας από τον Kortney Ross ή τον συνεργάτη της πλατφόρμας podcast. Εάν πιστεύετε ότι κάποιος χρησιμοποιεί το έργο σας που προστατεύεται από πνευματικά δικαιώματα χωρίς την άδειά σας, μπορείτε να ακολουθήσετε τη διαδικασία που περιγράφεται εδώ https://el.player.fm/legal.
Most U.S. employers need to comply with the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA) and PUMP Act laws. But, these relatively recent laws can be a bit difficult to understand. In this episode, Kortney sits down with Jessica Craft, an attorney focused on employment law at Littler. Together, they explore two pivotal pieces of legislation shaping the landscape for working parents and expecting mothers.
Jessica breaks down the Pump Act and the PWFA, explaining the time and space requirements for breastfeeding mothers and the interactive process mandated by the PWFA to ensure suitable accommodations for pregnant workers.
Throughout the episode, Kortney and Jessica discuss several scenarios and Jessica offers practical solutions for employers. Tune in to gain a deeper understanding of how these laws are shaping the future of work culture and parental rights.
Connect with Jessica Craft and Littler Mendelson P.C.:
- Email: jcraft@littler.com
- Phone: 713.652.4765
- Jessica L. Craft | Littler Mendelson P.C.
- Littler Mendelson P.C. | Employment & Labor Law Solutions Worldwide
Connect with us at:
LinkedIn: @kortneyross
Instagram: @nextgenworkculture
Facebook: @nextgenworkculture
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Το περιεχόμενο παρέχεται από το Kortney Ross. Όλο το περιεχόμενο podcast, συμπεριλαμβανομένων των επεισοδίων, των γραφικών και των περιγραφών podcast, μεταφορτώνεται και παρέχεται απευθείας από τον Kortney Ross ή τον συνεργάτη της πλατφόρμας podcast. Εάν πιστεύετε ότι κάποιος χρησιμοποιεί το έργο σας που προστατεύεται από πνευματικά δικαιώματα χωρίς την άδειά σας, μπορείτε να ακολουθήσετε τη διαδικασία που περιγράφεται εδώ https://el.player.fm/legal.
Most U.S. employers need to comply with the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA) and PUMP Act laws. But, these relatively recent laws can be a bit difficult to understand. In this episode, Kortney sits down with Jessica Craft, an attorney focused on employment law at Littler. Together, they explore two pivotal pieces of legislation shaping the landscape for working parents and expecting mothers.
Jessica breaks down the Pump Act and the PWFA, explaining the time and space requirements for breastfeeding mothers and the interactive process mandated by the PWFA to ensure suitable accommodations for pregnant workers.
Throughout the episode, Kortney and Jessica discuss several scenarios and Jessica offers practical solutions for employers. Tune in to gain a deeper understanding of how these laws are shaping the future of work culture and parental rights.
Connect with Jessica Craft and Littler Mendelson P.C.:
- Email: jcraft@littler.com
- Phone: 713.652.4765
- Jessica L. Craft | Littler Mendelson P.C.
- Littler Mendelson P.C. | Employment & Labor Law Solutions Worldwide
Connect with us at:
LinkedIn: @kortneyross
Instagram: @nextgenworkculture
Facebook: @nextgenworkculture
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This solo episode dives into how HR departments can enhance communication and employee education to better support working parents. We'll explore the importance of regular benefits reminders, standardized communication for new and returning parents, and the creation of Employee Resource Groups (ERGs). Additionally, we'll talk about the importance of employee education on workplace rights under the PWFA and PUMP Act. Uncover actionable steps to build a more inclusive, supportive, and family-friendly workplace culture. To download a free pdf to accompany this episode visit: https://mailchi.mp/rosslearningsolutions/communications Connect with us at: KortneyRoss.com LinkedIn: @kortneyross Instagram: @nextgenworkculture Facebook: @nextgenworkculture…
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