Massachusetts Paid Sick Leave Policy

Paid sick leave policy complying with Massachusetts state requirements for restaurant employees.

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What this document covers

Up to 40 hours earned sick time per year for employers with 11+ employees under Massachusetts Earned Sick Time Law (M.G.L. c. 149 §148C); employers with fewer than 11 must provide up to 40 hours unpaid sick time; accrual: 1 hr per 30 hrs worked. This policy documents your restaurant's sick leave accrual, usage, and notice requirements in compliance with Massachusetts law.

Key sections included

Accrual rate and methods
Eligible uses of sick leave
Employee notice requirements
Carryover and caps
Anti-retaliation protections
Record-keeping requirements
Posting and notice obligations

Frequently asked questions

Is paid sick leave required in Massachusetts?

When do employees start accruing sick leave?

Check Massachusetts's specific accrual start rules — in most states with mandated leave, accrual begins on the first day of employment.

Document details

State: Massachusetts
Legal basis: Massachusetts General Laws c. 149 (Labor and Industries); c. 151 (Minimum Wage)
Enforced by: Massachusetts Attorney General's Fair Labor Division
Penalty for absence: Penalties under Massachusetts General Laws c. 149 (Labor and Industries); c. 151 (Minimum Wage) for non-compliance; potential class action liability; regulatory enforcement.
Category: Employment & HR

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