Employees fully vaccinated against Covid should embrace a return to the office rather than run away from it, LaSalle Network CEO Tom Gimbel told CNBC on Wednesday.
Archives for June 23, 2021
CBS News poll: Despite progress, most Americans say LGBTQ discrimination still exists
A big majority of Americans — nearly 8 in 10 — say the last 50 years have brought progress in ending discrimination against LGBTQ people. However, most also feel some discrimination still exists in society today.
Supreme Court rules against labor in private property case, barring access for organizing
In a blow to organized labor, a divided Supreme Court ruled in favor of two California fruit farmers on Wednesday who said union organizing on their orchards represented an unconstitutional taking of private property.
Morgan Stanley bars unvaccinated clients and staff from its NY offices
At investment bank Morgan Stanley, customers come first — so long as they have received the COVID-19 vaccine.
Here Are The Companies Upping Pressure On Workers To Get Vaccinated Against Covid
Morgan Stanley will soon bar unvaccinated employees from its New York offices and more than 150 hospital workers in Houston just resigned or were fired for refusing to roll up their sleeves, issues that could become more common as employers deliberate ways to safely reopen workplaces amid flagging vaccination rates.
What to know about service animals in the workplace
Accommodating people with service animals can sometimes be complicated, but there’s usually a way to do so, said an EEOC Excel panel on the topic.
Turn Tech to Your Advantage in the New Hybrid Workplace
With people splitting work hours between office and home, it can be a challenge to figure out what tools to use in which situation.
Supreme Court Rules Against Union Recruiting on California Farms
The case concerned a unique state regulation allowing labor representatives to meet with farm workers at their workplaces for up to three hours a day for as many as 120 days a year.
Supreme Court Rules for Cheerleader Punished for Vulgar Snapchat Message
A Pennsylvania school district violated the First Amendment by disciplining a student for off-campus speech, the court ruled.
Littler Recognized Among Top 50 “Best Law Firms for Women” by Seramount
(June 22, 2021) – Littler, the world’s largest employment and labor law practice representing management, has been named one of the “Best Law Firms for Women” for the 12th time by Seramount (formerly Working Mother Media). Littler is one of 50 firms recognized for utilizing best practices in the recruitment,
AI’s Potential Role in Employee Discipline Draws Attention in Europe
Jan-Ove Becker and Sonia Cortés Garcia discuss employers’ use of artificial intelligence to assess employee performance in Europe.
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COVID-19 Vaccine Ruling Is Good News for Employers, Lawyers Say
Jim Paretti weighs in on a trial judge’s decision in Texas to dismiss the claims of healthcare workers who sued their employer, Houston Methodist Hospital, over its COVID-19 vaccine mandate.
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New Whistleblowing Law Applies to Internal Complaints
Philip Berkowitz weighs in on the Anti-Money Laundering Act’s whistleblower protections that took effect this year.
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Companies Take Advantage of the Implementation of Equality Plans to Incorporate Their Workplace Harassment Protocols
DOL Secretary's Overtime Rule Hint Raises 3 Key Questions
Michael Lotito weighs in on the possibility that the Department of Labor will move forward with a new Fair Labor Standards Act overtime rule.
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