Vermont § 1039 - Employee benefits
Full text of Vermont Vermont Statutes Online § 1039 — Employee benefits, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 1039. Employee benefits
- (a) An employee leasing company that offers employee benefit and welfare plans shall offer
comparable benefits to each client company but is not required to provide comparable
benefits to leased employees of different client companies. (b) An employee leasing company that provides health insurance benefits to its leased
employees shall provide those benefits only pursuant to one of the following: (1) an insurance policy issued under 8 V.S.A. chapter 107 by an insurer or entity authorized to do business by the Commissioner of Financial
Regulation; or (2) a plan that has been qualified as a single employer plan under the provisions of the
Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA), 29 U.S.C. § 1001 et seq., as amended. (c) An employee leasing company and the client company shall be jointly and severally
liable for protection or damages provided under laws designed to protect the health,
safety, and welfare of an employee. (Added 1995, No. 173 (Adj. Sess.), § 1; amended 1995, No. 180 (Adj. Sess.), § 38(a); 2023, No. 85 (Adj. Sess.), § 158, eff. July 1, 2024; 2025, No. 18, § 32, eff. May 13, 2025.)
Frequently Asked Questions About Vermont § 1039
What does Vermont Statutes Online § 1039 cover?
Section 1039 ("Employee benefits") is part of the Vermont Statutes Online, the codified statutory law of Vermont. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Vermont § 1039?
A common citation format is "Vermont Statutes Online § 1039" (Vermont). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Vermont law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Vermont official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Vermont attorney.
How does Vermont § 1039 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Vermont can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
Sources & Verification
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