The New York State Department of Labor has approved and made final its proposed regulations to align the state’s industry-specific regulatory wage requirements with the upcoming legislatively approved increases in the state minimum wage.
Archives for December 2023
Construction Industry Workplace Law Update—Winter 2023
FAR Rule Implements EO-Mandated Use of Project Labor Agreements on Large Federal Construction Projects
Cook County, Illinois, Replaces Earned Sick Leave Ordinance With Paid Leave Ordinance
For Illinois employers, the new year brings a variety of new paid leave laws, the most recent being the Cook County Paid Leave Ordinance passed by the Cook County Board of Commissioners on Dec. 14, 2023.
A Step Too Far? Governor Hochul Vetoes New York Non-Compete Ban
New York Governor Kathy Hochul vetoed Senate Bill S3100A, a bill passed by both houses of the legislature in June, that would prohibit all non-compete agreements.
Impact of Labor Board’s New Joint-Employer Rule on Construction Industry
The National Labor Relations Board’s new final rule for determining joint-employer status under the National Labor Relations Act would find joint-employer status if one employer possesses the authority to control at least one of the seven enumerated essential terms and conditions of employment, regardless of whether that control is actually exercised.
OSHA Continues to Cite Construction General Contractors for Subcontractor Violations
The lines of liability may not follow construction contract relationships, and a general contractor (GC) can be held liable for the safety and health violations of subcontractors on the worksite. While the Occupational Safety and Health Review Commission has found a GC’s lack of knowledge of the alleged violations justified vacating citations against the GC, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) continues to cite GCs in these situations.
FAR Rule Implements EO-Mandated Use of Project Labor Agreements on Large Federal Construction Projects
The Federal Acquisition Regulatory Council (FAR Council) has issued a final rule establishing a project labor agreement (PLA) requirement for contracts that meet the definition of federal “large-scale construction projects” that are estimated to cost the U.S. government at least $35 million. The new rule goes into effect Jan. 22, 2024.
Construction Contractors and Certified Payroll Reports Under Massachusetts Prevailing Wage Law
Under the Massachusetts prevailing wage law (and most prevailing wage laws around the country), construction contractors performing construction on state-funded construction projects are required to pay employees the prevailing wages set by the state for work on the project. In addition, contractors are supposed to ensure that all subcontractors working on the project pay the proper prevailing wage.
New York State Employment Law Update (Part 1)
New York remains one of the busiest states from a business perspective, with ever-changing employment laws that affect businesses. This is the first part of a four-part series providing recent New York employment law updates.
OSHA’s New Reporting Requirement Goes Into Effect in 2024
Executive Summary: Beginning in January 2024, employers in certain high-hazard industries will be required to submit detailed information regarding recordable workplace injuries and illnesses using OSHA’s new filing system called Injury Tracking Application (ITA).
CDF Webinar: Up in Smoke: A Blunt Discussion of Applicant and Employee Drug Testing in California in 2024
January 16, 2024, 10-11 am Pacific.
As we enter 2024, CDF has designed a webinar that aims to equip California employers with essential knowledge regarding the new marijuana drug testing rules and how to update personnel testing, policies, and procedures to ensure compliance. During this informative webinar, CDF partners Todd Wulffson and Alessandra Whipple will explore crucial aspects of California employment law related to post-offer pre-employment and post-employment drug testing, with a specific focus on marijuana testing, off-duty marijuana use, and policy compliance.
Topics Covered:
Overview of Post-Offer Pre-Employment and Post-Employment Drug Testing
Marijuana Testing: Compliance Challenges and Best Practices
Re-Hire Considerations and Random, Reasonable, Periodic Drug Testing
Adverse Action Notices Based on Information Obtained from Drug Testing
Critical Updates to Testing Policies
Why Attend:
Stay informed and well-prepared for the challenges that lie ahead in 2024 by gaining insights into:
Best practices for marijuana testing in the workplace
Strategies for conducting random, reasonable, and periodic drug testing
Adverse action notice requirements based on drug testing results
Secure your spot for this complimentary webinar by registering today. Don’t miss this opportunity to receive valuable compliance guidance and stay ahead of the curve in managing your workforce effectively.
Continuing Education Credits:
Participants will be eligible to earn 1.0 hour of CA MCLE, SHRM, and HRCI credits (pending approval).
RBJ presents the 2023 Power 50 Law
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Rochester Business Journal
Artificial Intelligence as a Less Discriminatory Alternative
Allan G. King and Alice H. Wang discuss the legal constraints that affect employers who adopt a less discriminatory alternative when hiring and explain how artificial intelligence can prove helpful.
University of Florida Journal of Law and Public Policy
Legal Tech’s Milestones for Cybersecurity & Data Privacy in 2023
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A Playbook for 2024
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