Top executives David Friend and Peter Dunn had been suspended in January after Los Angeles Times report
Archives for April 8, 2021
How parents make the workplace better for everyone
The pandemic has pushed millions of parents, largely women, to cut back on work, or leave their jobs altogether. This has resulted in many losses for those employees: wages, career plans and often, a sense of purpose beyond family life.
Utah is the 2nd State to Create a Safe Harbor for Companies Facing Data Breach Litigation
In mid-March, Utah Governor Spencer Cox signed into law the Cybersecurity Affirmative Defense Act (HB80) (“the Act”), an amendment to Utah’s data breach notification law, creating several affirmative defenses for persons (defined below) facing a cause of action arising out of a breach of system security, and establishing the requirements
Candid COVID Conversations: Vaccine Passports, Florida’s Latest Executive Order and Florida’s Liability Shield Law
Kimberly Doud and Nancy Johnson of Littler’s Orlando office are back to discuss recent developments in Florida – Florida’s new liability shield law relating to lawsuits claiming damages for COVID-related injuries, damages or death, and Florida’s latest executive order prohibiting state agencies from issuing “vaccine passports.” Kimberly and Nancy
Reminder Regarding Right of Recalls as Reopening Restarts
As more counties move toward the Orange Tier on the state reopening guidance, businesses can reopen or operate under less restrictive requirements. This may mean employers need more employees than in the last several months. Though last year, the Governor vetoed a statewide right of recall requirement, several cities still
Model ARPA COBRA Notices Have Arrived!
On April 7, 2021, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) issued eagerly anticipated guidance on administering COBRA subsidies under the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 (ARPA). The guidance includes Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) and various Model Notices and election forms implementing the COBRA Premium Assistance provisions under ARPA, while
A Few Legal Considerations on MSHA’s COVID-19 Guidance
On March 10, 2021, nearly one year into the pandemic in the United States, the Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) issued its first comprehensive guidance addressing COVID-19 protections for mine sites.
Biden Administration’s Current U.S. Travel Restrictions and Revised National Interest Exception Criteria
The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has resulted in numerous presidential proclamations restricting travel and entry into the United States. Likewise, since the pandemic began, the criteria for “national interest exceptions” (NIEs) has also evolved. On March 2, 2021, the U.S. Department of State issued updated criteria for NIEs relating to certain
Alumnus leads bar association, combats racism
William Ng shares how he plans to use his president-elect status of the Asian American Bar Association of New York (AABANY) to help Asian Americans advance in the legal profession while combating racism.
Binghamton University Alumni Connect
Viewpoint: Does FFCRA Leave Exhaust FMLA Leave?
Jeff Nowak helps employers understand the “new” FFCRA.
SHRM Online
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Biden’s Infrastructure Package Is Designed to Boost Unions
Michael Lotito provides insight on Biden’s labor-friendly presidency and how it will affect contractors.
The Wall Street Journal
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