Britney Noelle Torres encourages additional training, messaging and proactive attempts to establish a culture of respect and tolerance.
HR Daily Advisor
Archives for August 7, 2020
OFCCP’s Veterans’ Focused Reviews are Here, Along With Resources for Covered Contractors
In August 2018, the Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) informed the contractor community of its intent to conduct compliance reviews focused solely on the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 (VEVRAA) regulations. Since Directive 2018-04 was published, OFCCP released its 2019 Corporate Scheduling Announcement Letter (CSAL)
Business owners will sweat coronavirus lawsuits even if Congress passes liability protections
Michael Lotito expects lawsuits to rise even with liability shields enacted.
Washington Examiner
EACCNY Post-Pandemic Labor Series Presents: Working from Home and the Challenges of Remote Supervision
Philip Berkowitz considers remote work implications for global employers.
European American Chamber of Commerce
Labour Pains
Raoul Parekh describes difficulties when dealing with the Employment Tribunal.
The Law Society Gazette
COVID Discussion in the Workplace: Know the Limits
When Must Employers Provide Leave Under the ADA?
The FDIC Again Loosens Restrictions on Hiring Bank Personnel with Criminal Histories
On July 24, 2020, the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) published a Final Rule regarding Section 19 of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act, 12 U.S.C. § 1829 (“Section 19”), which restricts hiring at FDIC-insured depository institutions, such as FDIC member banks. The Final Rule codifies the FDIC’s prior guidance
CDC Issues COVID-19 Communication Plan for Critical Infrastructure Employers
On August 4, 2020, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) issued a communication plan titled “COVID-19 Communication Plan for Select Non-healthcare Critical Infrastructure Employers.” The purpose of the plan is to outline actions certain critical infrastructure employers may consider to disseminate COVID-19 messages with employees more effectively.
COVID-19 Orders Upon Orders—What Does It All Mean for St. Louis County Businesses?
Since March 2020, St. Louis County Executive Dr. Sam Page, and the county’s acting director of the Department of Public Health (DPH), Dr. Emily Doucette, have issued more than 20 orders and “safe operating guidelines” regarding COVID-19. On July 29, 2020, with an effective date of July 31, 2020, the
A Game of Venue Ping Pong Ended by the 7th Circuit Based on a Forum-Selection Clause
Employment claims brought by a former claims adjuster were batted back and forth from California state court to Indiana federal court and nearly back again before the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 7th Circuit stepped in. On August 3, 2020, the 7th Circuit held the forum selection clause between
Michigan Executive Order Requires Staffers to Wear Face Coverings in Childcare Centers and Camps
Although Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer previously issued Executive Order 2020-153 requiring individuals to wear a face covering in all public indoor spaces and some outdoor spaces, the order specifically carved out an exception for childcare centers and camps.
DOL Issues Guidance for Certain Federal Contractors on Paid Sick Leave and Expanded Family and Medical Leave under the FFCRA
On August 3, 2020, the U.S.