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Minnesota Implements New Earned Sick and Safe Time Policy: What You Need to Know

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Minneapolis, Minnesota – Starting January 1, 2024, Minnesota implemented a new Earned Sick and Safe Time (ESST) policy, causing HR leaders to work quickly to update their policies and ensure compliance. As these sweeping changes take effect, there are several key points to consider. ESST is defined as paid leave for employees who are sick, caring for sick family members, or seeking help due to domestic violence, sexual assault, or stalking. The policy aims to provide support for employees facing difficult circumstances. To be eligible for paid sick and safe time, workers must meet certain … Read more

Mother Utilizes Ohio’s Safe Havens Law: Leaves Baby Boy at Stark County Fire Station

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Canton, Ohio – A baby boy was recently left at a fire station in Stark County under Ohio’s Safe Havens law, which allows parents to anonymously surrender their newborns without fear of prosecution. The infant, referred to as Baby Boy Doe, was discovered at the fire station by first responders. Safe Havens laws, also known as Baby Moses laws, are enacted in many states across the United States. They provide parents with a safe and legal option to leave their unharmed newborns at designated locations, such as hospitals, fire stations, or police stations, within a … Read more

Former Drug Center Resident Faces Felony Charges for Burglary at Safe Haven DARTS

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CHILLICOTHE, Ohio – The Ross County Grand Jury concluded its session on January 12th, presenting a total of 19 cases to the court. Among these cases, one was returned as a misdemeanor while three others are pending release to the public. According to the Ross County Prosecutor’s Office, details emerged during the grand jury testimony related to a felony case. The incident involved a resident of Safe Haven DARTS, a Drug Addiction Treatment Center, who reported missing items from a rented house located at 160 East Main Street. On December 13th, surveillance footage showcased 28-year-old … Read more