Tuesday, May 29, 2007

U.S. Supreme Court Clarifies Title VII Statute of Limitations

Here is my post on the Supreme Court’s decision in Ledbetter v. The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co., Inc.

Greg Valenza

Friday, May 25, 2007

Week in Review (May 25, 2007)

Most Popular Federal Law Article

EEOC Issues New Guidance on Work/Family Balance in the Workplace.
In a new Enforcement Guidance issued by the EEOC, employers are made aware of the various ways in which Title VII or the ADA may be violated by actions (and reactions) toward employees and applicants seeking to balance work and family obligations. In addition, the EEOC advocates flexible workplace policies and practices, designed to make it easier for employees to strike this balance.
Located On: Buchanan Ingersoll & Rooney

Most Popular State Law Article

California Supreme Court to Hear Three Employment-Related Cases.
California’s highest court is expected to hear, in the next few weeks, oral argument in three cases with far-ranging implications for employers. Here is a brief overview of the cases and what the outcomes could mean to employers.
Located On: Jackson Lewis LLP

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EEOC to look at discrimination based on family responsibilities
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette - May 22, 2007

Thursday, May 24, 2007

DOT Issues Guidance - Am I covered by DOT Drug Testing Requirments?

The U.S. Department of Transportation has issued guidance in the form of a web-based “decision” tree, called “Am I covered.” In question and answer format, the employer or employee can determine whether DOT drug testing rules apply.

DGV

Friday, May 18, 2007

Week in Review (May 18, 2007)

Most Popular Federal Law Article

New Regs Require Action By Year-End (pdf).
On April 17, 2007, the Treasury Department released final regulations interpreting the nonqualified deferred compensation requirements of Section 409A of the Internal Revenue Code. Nonqualified deferred compensation that fails to satisfy the requirements of Section 409A is subject to punitive tax treatment and penalties.
Located On: Fisher & Phillips, LLP

Most Popular State Law Article

Washington Enacts Paid Family Leave Law.
Making Washington the second state to mandate paid family leave, Governor Christine Gregoire has signed a bill directing an as yet undesignated state agency to establish and administer the family leave insurance program slated to begin on October 1, 2009. Under the new law, approved on May 8, 2007, employees in the state are entitled to up to five weeks’ paid family leave “because of the birth of a child of the employee and in order to care for the child,” or “because of the placement of a child with the employee for adoption.” The law also provides certain employees with re-employment after taking leave.
Located On: Jackson Lewis LLP

Most Popular Headlines

How to deal with a toxic ‘Frankenboss’
Daily Herald - May 14, 2007

Friday, May 11, 2007

Week in Review (May 11, 2007)

Most Popular Federal Law Article

Fourth Circuit Recognizes Different Decision Maker in Title VII Sex Discrimination Case (pdf).
A plaintiff must ordinarily demonstrate replacement by someone outside his or her protected class to establish a prima facie case of employment discrimination. In Lettieri v. Equant, Inc., 478 F.3d 640 (4th Cir. 2007), however, the Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals recently recognized an exception to this requirement when the termination and replacement decisions were made by different people.
Located On: Nexsen Pruet

Most Popular State Law Article

Are Your Independent Contractors Really “Independent”? (pdf).
Contractors, subcontractors and other companies engaged in construction work and related transportation activities in Illinois should prepare themselves for the impact that House Bill 1795 (Osterman, D-Chicago) may have on their operations. Now pending before the Illinois General Assembly, HB 1795 proposes a new state law, the Employee Classifi cation Act. As of this writing, the bill is expected to pass and be signed by the governor, with an effective date of January 1, 2008. If enacted, the bill will dramatically change how many companies utilize independent contractors in Illinois.
Located On: Vedder Price

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In employment interviews, to answer or not to answer – that is the question
North Jersey.com - May 07, 2007

Friday, May 04, 2007

Week In Review (May 4, 2007)

Most Popular Federal Law Article

Wage & Hour Questions of the Month (April 2007).
I would like to treat one of my employees as an exempt professional. However, we do not pay him the required minimum salary of $455 per week because he is part-time.
Located On: Michael Best & Friedrich LLP

Most Popular State Law Article

California Supreme Court increases stakes for violations of meal and rest period rules.
The California Supreme Court has issued an important decision, the practical effect of which is likely to triple the monetary exposure of employers who are found to have violated California rules governing employee meal and rest periods.
Located On: Nixon Peabody LLP.

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Who says 9 to 5 is normal? Local companies redefine the workplace
The Seattle Times - April 30, 2007