In a split vote, the Virginia Safety and Health Codes Board passed a first-in-the-nation standard to address COVID-19 in workplaces.
Archives for July 15, 2020
Marlo Johnson Roebuck of Jackson Lewis Elected Fellow of the College of Labor and Employment Lawyers
Jackson Lewis P.C., one of the country’s preeminent workplace law firms, is pleased to announce that Marlo Johnson Roebuck – Managing Principal of the firm’s Detroit and Grand Rapids Offices – has been elected a Fellow of the College of Labor and Employment Lawyers in the Class of 2020.
Jones Walker LLP Recognized in the 2020 Legal 500 United States Guide
Jones Walker LLP is pleased to announce the firm has been recommended in the 2020 Legal 500 United States guide as a “Top Tier” firm in the following practice area:
DHS Rescinds Policy Change on Temporary COVID-19 Exemptions for Certain International Students
After facing a number of lawsuits filed by some U.S. universities and states, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has agreed to rescind the policy change announced July 6, 2020 that rolled back some of the temporary COVID-19 pandemic exemptions for international students in F-1 and M-1 status.
Sacramento Employers Must Comply With New Worker Protection Ordinance Starting July 15th
Sacramento has passed the Sacramento Worker Protection, Health and Safety Act (Ordinance No. 2020-00260) which is effective as of July 15, 2020.
The ordinance requires all employers operating in the City of Sacramento to comply with certain specified safety practices and protocols, many of which are recommended by the California
No Initials, No Problem: California Court of Appeal Holds Failure to Initial Not Enough to Prevent Arbitration
“What if neither party to an arbitration agreement places initials next to a jury waiver contained in the agreement, even though the drafter included lines for their initials?” asked the California Court of Appeal in Martinez v. BaronHR, Inc.,Cal. App. LEXIS 631 (2020).
The employee in Martinez was given several
IRS Issues Additional CARES Act Guidance for Retirement Plan Administrators and Qualified Individuals
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) recently released two notices that provide additional guidance for retirement plan administrators and qualified individuals about the special distribution, plan loan, and required minimum distribution (RMD) provisions under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act.
Global Solutions Episode 5: Virtual Workplaces Worldwide—Working from Home Across the Globe
The effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, which encouraged employers and employees to adapt to new models rapidly, will likely reverberate in U.S. and global workplaces for years—with a move away from traditional brick-and-mortar offices as a sustainable mode of working. Since telecommunications capabilities have advanced, the practice of employees working
Trump Administration Abruptly Rescinds Controversial Rule on Foreign Students
In a surprise announcement, District Judge Allison D. Burroughs, U.S. District Court for the District of Massachusetts, announced a reversal of the government decision that was announced just last week regarding students in F-1 or M-1 nonimmigrant status. Foreign students will now be able to enter the United States and
ICE Rescinds Student Visa Policy Requiring In-Person Attendance
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has agreed to rescind a proposed rule that would have required international students on F-1 and M-1 visas to either attend in-person classes at U.S. colleges and universities or face having to leave the United States.
Federal government releases regulations on harassment and violence training
Barry Kuretzky describes mandatory training as a significant new requirement.
Canadian Lawyer
Reopening the Workplace? Here are the Dos and Don’ts
After COVID-19, returning to the office won’t be business as usual
Anthony Kuchulis expects COVID-19 to bring an increase in employment lawsuits.
American Bar Association
DOL Aims to Fast-Track Worker Classification Rule to 2020 Finish
Michael Lotito predicts the Department of Labor will issue a rule on independent contractors by the end of the year.
Bloomberg Law
Office doors reopening in Maine, but just a crack
Timothy Powell reports on findings from Littler’s return-to-work survey.
Portland Press Herald