The UN Working Group on the issue of discrimination against women in law and in practice just completed its ten-day mission and first visit to the US. Despite the progress…
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A Better Balance celebrates the Supreme Court’s ruling this morning in Obergefell v. Hodges, which makes marriage equality the law of the land! With this landmark decision, same-sex spouses and…
We have some good news for NYC workers as flu season begins: if you are a domestic worker—such as a nanny, housekeeper, or home health aide—you may have the right…
A Better Balance is thrilled to report that married same-sex couples will soon have expanded access to the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)! Earlier today, the Obama administration announced…
When a family member is confronted with a serious illness, or when a new child is born or adopted, many American workers are forced to choose between their jobs and…
Yesterday was a terrific day for working families in Rhode Island — and a day that gives hope to families around the country. Governor Lincoln Chafee signed into law a…
For Immediate Release: May 28, 2013 Contact: Elizabeth Gedmark, egedmark@abetterbalance.org, 212-430-5982 A Better Balance Releases: 5 Facts You Didn't Know About Pregnancy & Parenting in the Workplace and Infographics Launch…
The Occupy Wall Street movement has been sweeping the globe and captivating the media this month. With the message “We are the 99%,” American protesters are drawing attention to the…
We just sent the following letter to the Law School Admission Council (LSAC) President and CEO, general counsel, and board of directors. LSAC administers the LSAT and has a policy…