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Employer-Provided Abortion, Travel Benefits: An Overview of Legal Considerations

By Susan Freed, Attorney, Dentons Davis Brown Aug 31, 2022 Benefits and Compensation

Updated: Aug 31, 2022

In the wake of the United States Supreme Court’s decision in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization, many companies have announced plans to assist employees in accessing abortion services, including providing travel assistance to employees located in states where abortion is now illegal. There are important legal considerations for employers to weigh when considering whether […]

SCOTUS Abortion Ruling Raises Complex Policy Problems for Employers

By Tammy Binford, Contributing Editor Jun 28, 2022 Benefits and Compensation

Updated: Jun 28, 2022

A number of high-profile companies are speaking out against the U.S. Supreme Court’s (SCOTUS) decision overruling Roe v. Wade, and they are backing up their criticism by vowing to help employees wishing to travel for legal abortions. But employers taking such action may face tricky legal issues.