Balancing work and family is never easy, and many working moms in Minnesota juggle demanding careers with the responsibilities of raising children. Fortunately, both federal and Minnesota laws provide important protections to ensure that employers treat moms fairly in the workplace. Here are five key
Beginning January 1, 2026, Minnesota’s new Paid Family and Medical Leave (PFML) program will provide eligible employees with up to 20 weeks of paid leave per year to care for themselves and their families—without sacrificing financial stability. This marks a meaningful step toward ensuring fair
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) plays a crucial role in protecting employees’ right to work in safe conditions and ensures workplaces are free from serious hazards. In addition to enforcing safety standards, OSHA provides avenues for reporting hazardous environments and strong protections for
Many companies across the country are either withdrawing from or are re-analyzing their Corporate Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives. But DEI initiatives should not be a passing trend—they are essential to creating a thriving, innovative, and sustainable workplace. In today’s increasingly globalized and diverse
Since Minnesota legalized recreational cannabis use in August 2023, there should have been a significant shift in when, how, and why employers subject their workers to drug tests. Legalization resulted in changes to three state laws that deal with employment-related drug testing––the Minnesota Drug and
Unlike most states, Minnesota has a law that, with limited exceptions, prohibits employers from requiring their employees to participate in a “tip pool,” or otherwise share gratuities with their bosses or co-workers. Specifically, Section 177.24, subd. 3 of the Minnesota Statutes, which is part of
The Changing Landscape of Employee Benefits Unfortunately, an age-old dilemma many families face in this Country amounts to choosing between receiving a paycheck and being present to care for a loved one. Minnesota has finally decided to address this issue—head on. On May 25, 2023,
Understanding the New Legislation In May 2023, the state of Minnesota passed a significant new law concerning non-compete agreements. A bill was signed that largely restricts new non-competition agreements between employers and their employees or independent contractors. Starting on July 1, 2023, almost all non-compete
Whether your family is experiencing unexpected health issues or planning for a new child, it can be difficult to know where to turn or what to do next. Talking to your employer about family or medical leave is challenging, but the attorneys at MSB Employment
Currently, some families must make the choice between a paycheck and caring for their loved ones.On May 25, 2023, Minnesota joined the growing number of states offering Paid Family and Medical Leave. The new law will go into effect on January 1, 2026, and will
The Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) was originally passed in 1993, and is a federal law that requires covered employers to provide qualified employees with unpaid leave for approved medical reasons and family responsibilities. Not every employee or employer is entitled to take or
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