Why did the Legislature require paid leave? The Legislature found that paid sick leave would provide a healthier work environment for all Vermonters. However, about half of private-sector employees—60,000—lacked paid sick leave. These Vermonters were generally employees of Vermont small businesses. What employers does this law cover? Almost all employers are covered. There are some… Continue reading Paid sick leave
Category: Business
Information that is relevant to businesses primarily, whether as the consumer in a transaction, or for resource purposes.
Gift certificates
What is a gift certificate? Vermont’s definition of a gift certificate is very broad, and includes both traditional paper gift certificates and the increasingly common plastic gift cards similar to credit cards. The Vermont definition of a gift certificate is “a record evidencing a promise made for consideration by the seller or issuer of the… Continue reading Gift certificates
Cause-related Marketing
Who has to follow this law?The law applies only to for-profit entities that are “regularly and primarily engaged in trade or commerce” – these are called “commercial co-venturers.” The law does not apply to: Example: Rebecca is an energy consultant, but every fall she sells pies at the local famers’ market. This year, she is… Continue reading Cause-related Marketing