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PFML and the small business in Massachusetts
12 Jun 2023

PFML and the small business in Massachusetts

by Madeleine Ritterbusch | posted in: Job Doc Blog | 0

Q: I operate a small business in Massachusetts (23 full-timers, 6 part-timers).  One of my employees has a mother who was just diagnosed with cancer.  This employee has been a problem since we hired her in February, 2023.  We should … Continued

job doc blog, Mass. law, maternity leave, medical problems, paid time off, PFML, small business
Tips for returning to the office this summer
8 Jun 2020

Tips for returning to the office this summer

by Ethan Ritterbusch | posted in: COVID-19 | 0

Q: I am a small business owner and we are overwhelmed with how to invite employees back into our workplace.  We don’t have to worry about elevators, the MBTA or escalators.  We are a consulting firm, in a south shore … Continued

coronavirus, job doc blog, returning to work, small business
What are your leave rights if you are having twins?
9 Mar 2020

What are your leave rights if you are having twins?

by Ethan Ritterbusch | posted in: Job Doc Blog | 0

Q: I am expecting in September, 2020.  I live and work in Massachusetts.  My company is a start-up in Cambridge with about 35 employees.  I am about to share this information with my employer.  Although overwhelming, I am expecting twins.  … Continued

job doc blog, maternity leave, small business, start-up
Traits for successful entrepreneurs
26 Sep 2016

Traits for successful entrepreneurs

by Zach Ritterbusch | posted in: Job Doc Blog, Uncategorized | 0

Q:  The corporate track isn’t right for everyone.  In your work, what do you see as the required traits of successful entrepreneurs?  I think I would be nervous, but excited about starting my own business.  I am a senior in … Continued

careers, small business, start-up
New business owner has questions on sick time law
1 Aug 2016

New business owner has questions on sick time law

by Zach Ritterbusch | posted in: Job Doc Blog, Uncategorized | 0

Q: I just started my own business.  I have never owned a small business before.  Some of my employees seem to know more about these laws than I do.  Can you fill me in on this Mass. sick time law … Continued

employee benefits, employee rights, employer, employment, sick time, small business
Healthcare options for small businesses
8 Mar 2010

Healthcare options for small businesses

by Patricia Hunt Sinacole | posted in: Articles | 0

Read on about healthcare options for small businesses! Healthcare options for small businesses

healthcare, small business

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