Massachusetts law applies to remote employees of employers operating in Massachusetts, unless a contract explicitly chooses another jurisdiction's.
The bill ensures that Massachusetts law governs the terms and conditions of employment for remote employees of employers operating in Massachusetts. It defines a remote employee as someone who performs labor or services virtually for an employer. The law of Massachusetts will apply unless a contract explicitly chooses another jurisdiction's law and the employer complies with it. If the employer fails to comply with the chosen jurisdiction's legal obligations, Massachusetts law will still apply. This law aims to protect remote employees while supporting economic development and productivity.
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