Understanding New Jersey Family Leave: What’s Covered and Who Qualifies
New Jersey provides family leave protections through two separate programs—but eligibility and requirements differ for each.


AI promises faster workflows, better accuracy, and smarter decision-making. But those outcomes don’t happen automatically.

Health care inflation isn’t slowing down. Employers are facing projected cost increases of nearly 9% in 2026 even before any plan design changes are made.
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On February 13, 2026, New York amended the “Trapped at Work Act”, which restricts so-called “stay-or-pay” agreements.

Payroll is one of the most essential functions in any organization, yet it’s rarely examined as closely as other operational costs.

New York has drawn a firmer line around how employers can evaluate candidates. On December 19, 2025, the state passed a law that restricts the use of consumer credit history in employment decisions.

Effective January 1, 2026, the IRS updated how certain Paid Family and Medical Leave (PFML) contributions must be treated for federal tax purposes.
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