A Better Balance Inc

A Better Balance Inc, a legal advocacy organization, strives to promote equality and expand choices in the workplace for individuals across various income levels. The organization aims to empower individuals to care for their families without compromising their economic security. A Better Balance Inc employs a range of legal strategies to achieve this goal.

One of the primary focuses of A Better Balance Inc is advocating for paid family and medical leave. In a country where such leave is scarcely available, the organization has made significant strides. They have helped pass several paid family and medical leave laws in various states, including New York, Maine, and Minnesota. Their efforts have also led to improvements in existing laws in California and New Jersey, extending these protections to a broader section of the workforce.

Moreover, A Better Balance Inc is committed to addressing the lack of paid sick days for a significant portion of the U.S. workforce. They have provided legal support to states and localities working on paid sick days issues, resulting in the passage of such laws in 15 states and 23 localities, including major cities like New York, Chicago, and Los Angeles. The organization has also helped pass paid time off laws in Maine and Nevada, ensuring time off for workers for any purpose.

In addition to these initiatives, A Better Balance Inc has worked to protect pregnant and breastfeeding workers, as well as family caregivers. They have led efforts at the federal, state, and local levels to change laws and policies that address the limitations of current legal protections for these workers. Their advocacy has resulted in the passage of the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act in several states and localities.

During the COVID-19 pandemic, A Better Balance Inc worked to ensure that paid sick time protections were included in federal relief packages and helped pass emergency paid sick time laws in various states and cities. They have developed model policies and worked on regulations to ensure robust implementation and enforcement of these laws. The organization has also provided legal support and defended these laws in court when challenged.

In summary, A Better Balance Inc is a legal advocacy organization that employs a range of strategies to promote equality and expand choices in the workplace. They focus on paid family and medical leave, paid sick days, and protecting pregnant and breastfeeding workers. Through their advocacy, they have helped pass several paid family and medical leave laws in various states, improved existing laws, and helped pass paid sick days and time off laws in several states and localities.