Domestic Violence Leave
All employees are required to acknowledge receipt of the Town of Amherst Domestic Violence Leave Policy, adopted pursuant to the Massachusetts Domestic Violence Leave Act, G.L. c. 149, §52E. This law describes the rights and eligibility for leave for victims of domestic violence and the responsibilities of employers including those related to notification requirements and confidentiality.Questions should be directed to the Human Resources Department.
Related Massachusetts Law: G.L. c 149; section 52E provides that employers must notify each employee of his or her rights under the law.