New OSHA Worker Walkaround Representative Rule Effective May 31, 2024
by The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has issued its Final Rule regarding the right of employees to designate a representative to accompany OSHA worksite …
Category: Federal Laws
Is Your I-9 Software Satisfying Your Legal Obligations?
The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has issued a fact sheet alerting employers to the risks of unlawful discrimination and other compliance violations when using …
Accommodations for Employees with Mental Health Conditions: DOL Suggestions
Under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and many state laws, employers must provide reasonable accommodations for qualified employees with disabilities, including employees with mental …
U.S. Supreme Court Holds Whistleblower Does Not Need to Prove Retaliatory Intent to Win Claim Under Sarbanes-Oxley
On February 8, 2024, the U.S. Supreme Court unanimously held that an employee seeking to hold a publicly traded company liable for adverse personnel action …
How Employees Can Use Emergency Funds Linked to Their Retirement Plans Without Withdrawal Penalties
Any employee can experience a financial emergency like unexpected medical expenses or a vehicle breakdown. Many employees have been compelled to seek loans or hardship …
More than the PUMP Act: Remember to Check State Laws Regarding Nursing Employee Rights
The federal Providing Urgent Maternal Protections for Nursing Mothers Act (PUMP Act) has been law for over a year. Most employers have adjusted to the …
DOL Issues New Rule on Employee vs. Independent Contractor Classification
This week, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) issued its Final Rule on analyzing whether a worker is an employee or an independent contractor under …
EEOC Enables Attorneys to File Discrimination Charges Online
The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has made it easier for employees and job applicants to use an attorney to file an agency charge alleging …
U.S. Department of Justice Resolves ADA Charge Against Minnesota Employer Regarding Alcoholism Treatment Policies
A Minnesota employer is in the process of resolving a federal disability discrimination claim regarding how it handles employees who are undergoing treatment for alcoholism. …
Asking Applicants About Family Medical History Can Be Costly
The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) recently announced its settlement with a major retail chain regarding violations of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and …