As Judge Richard A. Licht (quoting a slightly more famous source) said in a 2017 court opinion: “I get high with a little help from my friends.” Four years later, employers may be asking themselves which of their employees are getting high and what can they do about it. States
Archives for April 2021
Alert: Travel from India to be Restricted
White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki announced today that based upon CDC advice, India will be added to the list of countries subject to the 14-day travel restriction rule. It is reported that the new rule will go into effect on Tuesday, May 4, 2021 at 12:01 am and that
Beltway Buzz, April 30, 2021
The Beltway Buzz is a weekly update summarizing labor and employment news from inside the Beltway and clarifying how what’s happening in Washington, D.C. could impact your business.
Employer Advocates Wary As Biden Hits 100-Day Mark
Michael Lotito explains the legislative priorities surrounding Biden’s proposed minimum wage increase.
Law360 Employment Authority
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California Adopts Statewide ‘Right to Recall’ Law for Certain Industries
Michael Lotito and Bruce Sarchet go in-depth about California’s “right-to-recall” ordinances.
SHRM Online
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Can My Boss Force Me Not to Wear a Face Mask at Work?
Jim Paretti shares his insight on mask mandates according to CDC guidelines.
The Wall Street Journal
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California’s COVID-19 Paid-Sick-Leave Mandate Brings Logistical Difficulties
Michelle Barrett Falconer explains how the FFRCA and SB 95 affect tax credit under California law.
SHRM Online
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A leave admin witnessed a worker's fall but failed to give FMLA notices, 11th Cir. Rules
Can accounting firms mandate vaccines?
Jerry Walters Jr. provides insight to employers about custom COVID-19 vaccine mandates.
Journal of Accountancy
When Should Employers Consider Lifting Mask Mandates?
San Francisco North Bay recovers most all jobs lost to the pandemic, economist says
Bruce Sarchet warns employers of potential issues regarding the continuation of a remote workforce.
The North Bay Business Journal
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Seeking office immunity
Jeff Nowak shares his opinion on vaccine mandates and what employers can require.
Daily Herald
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Class Certification Still Defeated Although Common Evidence of Non-Compliance
By: Class Certification Still Defeated Although Common Evidence of Non-Compliance
California employers may take solace in a recent unpublished decision upholding denial of class certification. In Salazar v. See’s Candy Shops Incorporated, the California Court of Appeal upheld the trial court’s decision to deny certification of a proposed class claiming that
City “Right To Recall” Laws
Several California Cities have adopted Right to Recall Laws: Long Beach Los Angeles City County of Los Angeles
Twisting Arms to Get Jabbed, White House Says: ‘Vaccination Incentives All Around!’
On April 21, 2021, in a further push to encourage COVID-19 vaccinations for those individuals who have been hesitant, the White House issued a fact sheet titled, “President Biden to Call on All Employers to Provide Paid Time Off for Employees to Get Vaccinated After Meeting Goal of 200 Million
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