H-2B visas for temporary nonagricultural workers present many challenges for employers seeking to bolster their workforce.
Archives for March 14, 2022
USDA Seeks to ‘Blacklist’ Government Contractors for Labor and Employment Law Violations
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) published a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) on February 17, 2022, seeking to update its contract acquisition requirements.
Top Five Labor Law Developments for February 2022
The National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) General Counsel directed NLRB regions to seek preemptive injunctions for alleged unlawful threats during union campaigns.
Florida Legislature Amends Florida Civil Rights Act to Restrict Topics Employer Can Discuss in Training
The Florida legislature has passed a measure with the stated purpose of protecting individual freedoms and preventing discrimination in the workplace and in public schools.
Goldberg Segalla Welcomes Alexandra L. Halbert
Goldberg Segalla added Alexandra L. Halbert to the firm’s Workers’ Compensation group in Garden City.
Stop Wasting People’s Time with Meetings
Prepare in advance to showcase your best self and make the most of your time.
Labor Department Has ‘Serious Concerns’ About Cryptos in Retirement Plans
The Labor Department said it was cautioning plan fiduciaries “to exercise extreme care before they consider adding a cryptocurrency option to a 401(k) plan’s investment menu for plan participants,” as it has “serious concerns” about investments in cryptos and NFTs.
How Family Offices Can Impart Life Lessons On The Next Generation
My organization has amassed a large network of family offices and private investors over the years.
Masks mandate ends in New Jersey state offices and buildings
Starting Monday, masks are no longer required for workers, customers and visitors inside all New Jersey state offices and buildings.
More Than 40% Of Companies Say Workers Have Asked For Higher Pay To Offset Inflation. Few Have Revised Salary Budgets.
Inflation may be hitting new 40-year highs, but less than a quarter of U.S. organizations say they are revising their salary budgets due to inflation—despite many workers asking for raises or other actions to cope with higher prices, according to a new survey.
Finding The Right Workplace Pet Benefits For Your People
Much more than perks, employee total rewards today include everything from financial incentives and family planning benefits, to resources for mindfulness and personal well-being, and, of course, pet insurance and pet wellness plans.
SMBs: it’s time to rethink IT for the modern workplace
Cloud technology has made it easier than ever for small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) to elevate operations and deliver services with far greater reach than before.
To build a healthy workplace, you need a toxic culture alarm
Organizations of the past lacked a way to measure when a workplace grew toxic. New design thinking can help—but only by including the most marginalized.
A new Supreme Court case allows the justices to fix one of their worst anti-worker decisions
Circuit City v. Adams is one of the most indefensible decisions of the modern era. Its shadow hangs over the Court this month.
Should gig economy workers be employees or independent contractors?
A proposed ballot question could have voters decide.