Beginning January 1, 2018, the amount of paid family leave benefits increases from 55 percent of earnings to 60 or 70 percent of earnings, depending on the employee's income (subject to a maximum weekly benefit limit). In addition, the current seven-day waiting period to receive benefits is eliminated. ( AB 908.)

Paid Family Leave Benefits Increased

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