?The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) announced on Sept. 15 that it has adopted enforcement priorities to fight on behalf of gig workers against deception about pay and hours, unfair contract terms, and... Read more »
?Takeaway: Employers should avoid having a supervisor accused of harassment participate in a decision-making panel. Otherwise, a court could find that the panel’s decision was the result of the supervisor’s discriminatory animus.... Read more »
The job interviewing process has changed a lot in recent years. If you’re heading into an interview hoping to land a new job, it’s more important than ever to make sure you... Read more »
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Applicable large employers (ALEs)—those with 50 or more full-time or equivalent employees—must adhere to Affordable Care Act (ACA) annual reporting rules to remain compliant regarding group health plan offerings. Below is a checklist... Read more »
?The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) has issued a proposed form revision calling for federal contractors that use “persuaders”—consultants or attorneys who inform employees about the possible effects of unionization—to be publicly... Read more »
?The U.S. Senate Judiciary Committee on Sept. 15 unanimously approved a bill that would invalidate nondisclosure agreements (NDAs) that keep employees from discussing instances of sexual harassment and sexual assault. The bill,... Read more »
?The California Legislature recently passed a bill prohibiting employers from penalizing workers for using marijuana during their off-work hours. Gov. Gavin Newsom has until Sept. 30 to sign or veto the bill.... Read more »
?Takeaway: Employers must promptly find a position for returning military service members under the Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA) and not wait for the employee to request an appropriate... Read more »
?The New Jersey Division on Civil Rights (DCR) recently published final regulations that change the content of certain required notifications New Jersey employers must provide to employees. In recognition of today’s remote... Read more »
