Working Matters

WHAT IS SAFE LEAVE? Safe leave is time off used to address issues involving domestic violence, sexual assault or stalking committed against workers or their family members.

Under the Healthy Working Families Act (2018), employees in Maryland can earn paid or unpaid sick and safe leave, allowing them to take care of their health and safety, and that of their family members, while also ensuring job stability.

Safe leave can be used for the following:
• To obtain medical records or address mental health needs;
• To obtain services from a victim services organization;
• To obtain legal services or attend proceedings related to or resulting from domestic violence, sexual assault or stalking; OR
• To temporarily relocate as a result of the domestic violence, sexual assault or stalking.

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What is SAFE LEAVE? Maryland Healthy Working Families Act (2018) When can an employee use safe leave? Safe leave is time off used to address issues involving domestic violence, s

Victims of sexual assault have the right to accrue and use SAFE LEAVE under the Healthy Working Families Act. Safe leave gives victims of domestic violence, sexual assault and stalking the right to seek health and legal services. If you or someone you know needs more information, please message us!