Paternity Leave in 2026: What Employers Need to Know About PFML, Company Policy, and a Changing Workforce

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June 25, 2026

Paternity Leave in 2026: What Employers Need to Know About PFML, Company Policy, and a Changing Workforce
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County paid family leave laws are becoming more common, and HR teams can't afford to ignore them. A new proposal...

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In this article, we’ll examine insourcing, outsourcing, and co-sourcing and give you a few tips on how to determine which...

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ADA ​, FMLA, Leave Best Practices​, PWFA What Laws Cover a Medical Leave of Absence?

In this article, we cover medical leave of absence laws, discuss medical leave eligibility and answer common questions like how...

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State Leave Laws A Leave Manager’s Guide to Washington Paid Family and Medical Leave

Everything HR teams need to know about Washington Paid Family and Medical Leave: who qualifies, how it interacts with FMLA,...

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In-House Leave Management How to Choose Leave of Absence Tracking Software for a High-Volume HR Team

In this article, we’ll show you how to pick a platform that maximizes productivity and minimizes mistakes, even as your...

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Leave Best Practices​ 10 Types of Leaves of Absence Employees Can Request

Want to get up to speed on the types of leave employees can request? Check out the 10 most common...

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Paid Leave Benefits Understanding Sabbatical Leave and What It Means for Your Organization

Sabbatical leave is an extended, structured break from work that employees take after a defined period of service. Learn what...

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ADA ​ What Employers Should Know About ADA Leaves of Absence 

ADA leave of absence rules are complex and the stakes are high. Learn what HR needs to know to stay...

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Leave Best Practices​ What is a Leave of Absence? It’s More than Just the FMLA

In this article, we’ll break down the most common forms of leaves of absence and examine how to manage employees’...

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Accommodations, ADA ​, Neurodiversity​ Top Workplace Accommodations for Employees with Autism Spectrum Disorder

Learn what accommodations for autism at work look like, what the law requires, and how HR teams can support employees...

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Leave Best Practices​ Intermittent Leave: A Complete HR Guide to FMLA, ADA, and Compliance 

Managing intermittent leave presents unique challenges for HR, requiring careful navigation of complex compliance requirements while balancing operational needs. Our...

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Accommodations, PWFA Five Key Differences Between the ADA and the PWFA 

The ADA and PWFA share the goal of providing workplace accommodations but have significant differences in their scope, process, and...

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Accommodations, ADA ​ Is Remote Work a Reasonable Accommodation? Yes, But It’s Complicated

In this article, we’ll review the basics of accommodations, walk through the EEOC’s guidance, and provide a few best practices...

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FMLA How to Support Employees Who are Not Eligible for FMLA

Many organizations look to the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) to provide employees with long-term, job-protected leaves of absence. But...

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Leave Best Practices​, Paid Leave Benefits An HR Guide to Bereavement Leave

Bereavement leave policies provide much-needed time off to employees facing the death of a family member. In this article, we...

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FMLA, State Leave Laws Managing FMLA in California: Where Federal Law Ends and CFRA Begins

In this article, we'll explain what the CFRA is, how it works, and how it intertwines with the FMLA.

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Paid Leave Benefits, State Leave Laws A Leave Manager’s Guide to the Colorado Family and Medical Leave Insurance Program (FAMLI) 

Delve into our comprehensive guide on the Colorado Family and Medical Leave Insurance program (FAMLI). Gain valuable insights into navigating...

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State Leave Laws Which States Offer Bereavement Leave to Employees?

This guide is a resource for employers that need to know which states have bereavement leave legislation on the books.

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Accommodations, Mental Health, Neurodiversity​ Key Strategies for Providing ADHD Accommodations at Work

Employees with ADHD add creativity, energy, and insight to any workplace. Learn more about ADHD in the workplace, and best...

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Mental Health FMLA for Stress Burnout: How HR Can Help Employees Take the Leave They Need

An employee comes to you and says they are burned out, completely stressed and they feel they need a break!...

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Many of today’s employers offer a widerange of benefits to attract talent and support employees. Solutions include everything from student loan reimbursement and paid...

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Accommodations, ADA ​ How HR Can Navigate Reasonable Accommodation and Undue Hardship with Confidence

Can a reasonable accommodation ever be unreasonable? In this blog, we equip HR pros with the information they need to...

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In-House Leave Management Five Steps to Put ROI First in Your Search for a Leave Management Platform 

The HR tech marketplace is as varied as the HR profession itself. If there’s a duty that falls under the HR umbrella, there’s technology...

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Accommodations, FMLA How to Manage Intermittent FMLA Leave 

We’ll explore the basics of intermittent leave, and ways to make your life easier when managing it.

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