At Sanford A. Kassel, A Professional Law Corporation, we specialize in representing employees in employment law matters, including the use of sick leave to care for another under the California Family Rights Act (CFRA). This article will discuss the amended provision under Labor Code Section 233 that regulates these rights for employees in the San Bernardino Riverside Inland Empire region.
What is Labor Code Section 233?
Labor Code Section 233, also known as the “Kin Care” law, allows employees to use their accrued and available sick leave entitlement to attend to the illness of a family member. Effective January 1, 2023, this law has been amended to expand the scope of individuals for whom employees can use their sick leave.
Understanding the Amendment
Under the amended Labor Code Section 233, employees may use up to half of their year’s banked or accrued sick leave benefits to care for a current spouse, domestic partner, designated person, child, parent (including parent-in-law), sibling, grandparent or grandchild. This means that if you have accrued sick leave and need to care for any of these individuals, you are entitled to use your sick leave for this purpose.
Implications for Employees in San Bernardino Riverside Inland Empire
This amendment underscores the importance of supporting employees in their caregiving responsibilities. If you are an employee in the San Bernardino Riverside Inland Empire region and need to take time off work to care for a loved one, you should be aware of your rights under this law.
How Sanford A. Kassel Can Help
At Sanford A. Kassel, we have a team of experienced attorneys who can help you navigate through the complexities of employment law. We can provide guidance on your rights under Labor Code Section 233 and represent you in any disputes that may arise.
If you are an employee in the San Bernardino Riverside Inland Empire region and believe your rights under this law have been violated, don’t hesitate to reach out to us for a consultation.
