Minnesota Passes New Laws Affecting the Workplace
by By the time the Minnesota state legislature completed its session on May 22, 2023, it had successfully passed significant new laws that affect every employer …
Month: May 2023
Protecting Intellectual Property When You Can’t Use Non-compete Agreements
There is an undeniable trend to limit or ban the use of non-compete agreements by employers. The Federal Trade Commission has proposed a nationwide ban, …
Complying with New Federal Laws Protecting Pregnant and Nursing Employees
This may be a good time for employers to review their policies and practices regarding pregnant and nursing employees. On December 29, 2022, two federal …
Employers Who Do Drug and Alcohol Testing under Federal DOT Requirements Are Getting a New Option
Soon employers who are required to test workers for drugs or alcohol under the federal Department of Transportation mandate will have the option of conducting …
JAN Survey Finds High Employer Satisfaction From Effective Accommodations
The Job Accommodation Network, better known as JAN, just published their employer survey report. The report “Accommodation and Compliance: Low Cost, High Impact” includes information …