An Act relative to employee leave of absence to appear in probate and family court
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- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill would allow employees in Massachusetts to request time off work to attend court proceedings in probate and family court. It aims to support individuals who need to be present in these legal matters, such as those involved in estate proceedings or family law cases. The bill seeks to ensure that employees can fulfill their legal obligations without facing negative employment consequences. It establishes a framework for requesting and granting such leave.
Key provisions
- Employees can request leave to attend probate and family court hearings.
- Employers are required to consider reasonable leave requests.
- It outlines the process for requesting and approving leave.
- It clarifies that employers must not retaliate against employees for requesting leave.
- The bill intends to align with existing legal obligations regarding family court appearances.
Who is affected
- Employees
- Employers
- Probate and Family Court Participants
- Legal Professionals
Notable changes
- This bill establishes a formal process for employee leave related to court appearances.
- It builds upon previous legislation addressing similar issues, such as S.1231 and H.2158.
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