Employer Size Thresholds in Paid Sick Leave Laws, Explained
Thresholds commonly appear at 10, 11, 15, 18, and 50 employees. Examples: Massachusetts requires paid leave for employers with >10 employees (smaller owe unpaid); Rhode Island 18+; Nevada 50+; Connecticut 11+ (2026).
Count is usually total headcount, often statewide, not per-location. Some laws phase in: Connecticut drops to 1+ on Jan 1, 2027. Use the checker with your size.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are small employers exempt from sick leave laws?
Often yes below a threshold (e.g., under 10–15 employees), but smaller employers may still owe unpaid leave where the law states it.