National Laws

26 Years Since the FMLA

February 5, 2019
National Laws

While federal progress has stalled since the FMLA, states and cities have come up with innovative policies for filling in the gaps that persist. And we won’t stop fighting until all workers have a real right to the leave they need when they need it the most.

The 2018 Midterms Bring New Opportunities and Challenges for Women and Working Families

November 7, 2018
National Laws, State Laws

The record-breaking wave of women running for office this election season and the soaring voter turnout made a difference. Last night's election results indicate many opportunities and of course some ongoing challenges to advancing the rights of women and all caregivers across the country.

The Big Picture: Paid Family and Medical Leave for Military Families

October 1, 2018
National Laws, Paid Family Leave, State Laws

Our paid family leave policies too often fail to address the specific needs of military families. Having a loved one deployed is stressful enough without having to worry about your family’s economic security. Here's an overview of the law today.

Five Ways to Thank and Support Workers this Labor Day

September 3, 2018
Defending Local Democracy, National Laws, Paid Family Leave, Paid Sick Time, Uncategorized, Workplace Equality

Labor Day is a day to celebrate the achievements and hard work of America’s workforce. Here are five ways you can thank and support all the workers in your life.

Beware: Congress’s “WorkFlex” Bill is an Attack on Workers, Families, and Local Democracy

July 23, 2018
Defending Local Democracy, Fair & Flexible Work, LGBTQ, National Laws, Paid Family Leave, Paid Sick Time

Congress's “Workflex in the 21st Century” bill will undermine robust state and local paid sick leave and fair scheduling laws as well as efforts nationwide to ensure that workers can take time off to care for their loved ones.

Kavanaugh Nomination Puts Women’s and Workers’ Rights at Risk

July 10, 2018
National Laws

We are deeply concerned by President Trump’s nomination of Judge Brett Kavanaugh to fill the U.S. Supreme Court seat vacated by Justice Anthony Kennedy. Kavanaugh’s appointment could have profound implications for the rights of women, low-wage workers, and other vulnerable groups.

U.S. Supreme Court Rules Against Workers, Women & Immigrants

June 27, 2018
National Laws, Pregnant Workers Fairness, Workplace Equality

This week, the U.S. Supreme Court handed down three 5-4 decisions with terrible consequences for workers, women, and immigrants. A Better Balance unites in solidarity with all those affected. And we are as resolved as ever to fight for justice for all vulnerable groups.

FED WATCH: The Supreme Court Once Again Turns Its Back on Workers

May 22, 2018
National Laws

The Supreme Court may be willing to put workers interests second to business interests but we most certainly are not. We will continue to fight for fairness and safety in the workplace and to enforce workers’ rights across the country. If you or anyone you know is facing discrimination in the workplace, please call our free, confidential legal hotline. In these uncertain times, we are here to help.

Trump Administration Attempts to Implement Discriminatory and Harmful Transgender Military Ban Despite Court Rulings

March 29, 2018
LGBTQ, National Laws

On March 23, the White House issued a memorandum signaling its intent to move forward with the transgender military ban announced by the Trump administration last year, despite court rulings.

FMLA 25: States are Covering Workers Left out of the FMLA

March 23, 2018
National Laws, State Laws

States are stepping up to fill the gaps by providing job-protected leave to many workers left out of the FMLA. Some states have extended leave to employees of small businesses with less than 50 employees. Other states have reduced the duration and hours worked requirements in their state leave laws, while still others have done away with these requirements completely.