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- Legal Senate Votes to Repeal EEOC Settlement Rule that ID'ed Bias Victims May 26, 2021Michael Lotito weighs in on an EEOC rule that was repealed by the U.S. Senate. The rule would have given ...
- Texas Governorâs Mask Stance Wonât Shift Employer Safety Plans May 26, 2021Kelley Edwards discusses the Texas governorâs mask guidance and how it will affect private employers in Texas. Law360 View (Subscription required.) jQuery(document).ready(function($) { if ...
- Arizona Eases Certain Restrictions for Workers with Criminal Histories May 26, 2021Neil Alexander and Shaylon Lovell advise employers on Arizonaâs new law that provides second changes for employment opportunities to those with ...
- 4 Tips for Handling Leave Requests in the Age of COVID-19 May 26, 2021Alexis C. Knapp discusses leave requests that trigger traditional legal obligations as employees return to work. Law360 Employment Authority View (Subscription required.) jQuery(document).ready(function($) { if ...
- Employers Should Start Preparing their EEO-1 Reports Now May 26, 2021Jim Paretti talks about submitting workforce data correctly on EEO-1 reports. SHRM Online View (Subscription required.) jQuery(document).ready(function($) { if ( $.fn.waypoint ) { $("#facebook-after-26085").waypoint( function() { $("#facebook-after-26085").sharrre({ ...
- Will the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act Get to Bidenâs Desk? May 26, 2021Michelle Barrett Falconer weighs in on whether the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act will become law. Law360 Employment Authority View (Subscription required.) jQuery(document).ready(function($) { if ...
- Remote work and working hours May 26, 2021Karolina Kanclerz discusses the risks for employers resulting from the constant availability of employees working remotely. Strefainwestorow View jQuery(document).ready(function($) { if ( $.fn.waypoint ) { $("#facebook-after-26087").waypoint( ...
- FordHarrison Recognized by Chambers USA 2021 in Connecticut May 25, 2021FordHarrison LLP, one of the countryâs largest management-side labor and employment law firms, is pleased to announce that the firm ...
- FordHarrison Recognized by Chambers USA 2021 in Georgia May 25, 2021FordHarrison LLP, one of the countryâs largest management-side labor and employment law firms, is pleased to announce that the firm ...
- FordHarrison Recognized by Chambers USA 2021 in Florida May 25, 2021FordHarrison LLP, one of the countryâs largest management-side labor and employment law firms, is pleased to announce that the firm ...
- FordHarrison Recognized by Chambers USA 2021 in New Jersey May 25, 2021FordHarrison LLP, one of the countryâs largest management-side labor and employment law firms, is pleased to announce that the firm ...
- FordHarrison Recognized by Chambers USA 2021 in South Carolina May 25, 2021FordHarrison LLP, one of the countryâs largest management-side labor and employment law firms, is pleased to announce that the firm ...
- FordHarrison Recognized by Chambers USA 2021 in Tennessee May 25, 2021FordHarrison LLP, one of the countryâs largest management-side labor and employment law firms, is pleased to announce that the firm ...
- Elverine Felton and Nicole Falcey Join FordHarrison as Counsel May 25, 2021FordHarrison LLP, one of the countryâs largest management-side labor and employment law firms, is pleased to announce that Elverine (Rena) Felton has ...
- FordHarrison Named Among Top Labor and Employment Law Firms in 2021 by Chambers USA May 25, 2021FordHarrison LLP, one of the countryâs largest management-side labor and employment law firms, is pleased to announce that the firm ...
- Kellie Thomas and Brian Johnston Discuss IRS Guidance Regarding Taxability of Dependent Care Benefits May 25, 2021Kellie Thomas and Brian Johnston discuss the prospective implications of the Internal Revenue Service’s overlapping extension deadlines and varying contribution limits following new ...
- Andrew Maunz Discusses Implications of Employee Vaccination Inquiries May 25, 2021Andrew Maunz discusses the implications of inquiring about job applicants’ or employees’ vaccination status in and legal considerations to take into ...
- Jennifer Grock Authors “Los Angeles County Mandates Additional Paid Leave for Vaccinations” May 25, 2021Jennifer Grock authors “Los Angeles County Mandates Additional Paid Leave for Vaccinations,” published by SHRM. jQuery(document).ready(function($) { if ( $.fn.waypoint ) { $("#facebook-after-26061").waypoint( function() { $("#facebook-after-26061").sharrre({ ...
- Kogos Presents at Louisiana SHRM Annual Conference May 25, 2021Jennifer Kogos, a partner in the Labor & Employment Practice Group in the New Orleans office, presented âADA/FMLA Updateâ at ...
- What is your name? A Conversation with Littlerâs Immigrant Attorneys May 25, 2021In continued celebration of AAPI Heritage Month, Eddie Chyun (Cleveland), Lavanga Wijekoon (Chicago) and Aki Tanaka (Boston) share their stories ...
- Littler Adds Erin Train in Rochester May 25, 2021ROCHESTER, N.Y. (May 24, 2021) â Littler, the worldâs largest employment and labor law practice representing management, has added Erin ...
- Littler Announces Program Director Elevations Within Littler CaseSmart and Littler onDemand May 25, 2021(May 24, 2021) â Littler, the worldâs largest employment and labor law practice representing management, is pleased to announce the ...
- Jackson Lewis Names Benjamin D. Sharkey Jacksonville Office Managing Principal May 24, 2021Nationwide employment law firm Jackson Lewis P.C. is pleased to announce Benjamin D. Sharkey has been elevated to office managing principal in Jacksonville. Ben ...
- Courtney Malveaux Discusses Challenges of Virginia’s Standard for COVID-19 May 24, 2021Courtney Malveaux discusses the implications of Virginia’s permanent standard for COVID-19 in the workplace as it pertains to evolving CDC guidance ...
- Richard Greenberg Discusses Post-Pandemic Attendance Policies May 24, 2021Richard Greenberg discusses employers choosing to revise or reinstate attendance policies following the COVID-19 pandemic in “Should Employers Enforce Perfect Attendance ...
- Sarah Skubas Discusses Competing Local, State and Federal COVID-19 Laws May 24, 2021Sarah Skubas discusses compliance challenges facing employers navigating patchwork of various local, state and federal laws regulating COVID-19 related issues in ...
- Jackson Lewis Earns Top Rankings in 2021 Chambers USA May 24, 2021Nationwide employment law firm Jackson Lewis P.C. is pleased to announce the firm and its attorneys have been recognized in the 2021 ...
- Paul Kelly Spotlighted for Hockey Background May 24, 2021Paul Kelly is spotlighted for his work at the National Hockey League Players’ Association and lifelong personal appreciation for the sport ...
- Kathleen Lucchesi Co-Authors “Time for Digital Justice Access Commission, a Digital Agenda for the NC Courts Commission” May 24, 2021Kathleen Lucchesi co-authors “Time for Digital Justice Access Commission, a Digital Agenda for the NC Courts Commission,” (page 8-9) published by ...
- Jenifer Bologna Discusses Employment Implications of CDC Mask Guidance May 24, 2021Jenifer Bologna discusses the practical workplace implications of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention lifting mask requirements for vaccinated persons ...
- 68 Jones Walker Attorneys Ranked in Chambers USA 2021 May 24, 2021Firm Ranks Nationally in Four Practice Areas and Regionally in 14 Practice Areas jQuery(document).ready(function($) { if ( $.fn.waypoint ) { $("#facebook-after-25873").waypoint( function() { $("#facebook-after-25873").sharrre({ ...
- Investigating Racial Bias Complaints in the Age of âCancel Cultureâ May 24, 2021Partner and Chair of CDF’s Internal Investigations Practice Group, Daphne P. Bishop, recently authored the article Investigating Racial Bias Complaints ...
- Unanswered Questions About Paid COVID-19 Leave and Employer Tax Credits May 20, 2021Jeff Nowak answers employers questions on paid FMLA versus classic FMLA. SHRM Online View (Subscription required.) jQuery(document).ready(function($) { if ( $.fn.waypoint ) { $("#facebook-after-25759").waypoint( function() ...
- California Employers Must Follow Strict Rules on Masks in Workplaces May 20, 2021Melissa Peters explains how to keep a safe workplace environment amid the pandemic. SHRM Online View (Subscription required.) jQuery(document).ready(function($) { if ( $.fn.waypoint ) ...
- Telework threatens a wave of lawsuits May 20, 2021IvĂĄn LĂłpez GarcĂa de la Riva provides insight on telework policies. EL PAĂS View jQuery(document).ready(function($) { if ( $.fn.waypoint ) { $("#facebook-after-25761").waypoint( function() { $("#facebook-after-25761").sharrre({ ...
- 'Persuader rule' would destroy attorney-client privilege and duty of confidentiality May 20, 2021Michael Lotito explains how the proposed PRO Act would significantly undermine client confidentiality. Daily Journal View (Subscription required.) jQuery(document).ready(function($) { if ( $.fn.waypoint ) ...
- 6 Ways To Improve Employers' Anti-Harassment Training May 20, 2021Helene Wasserman provides insight on how bystander training can help prevent harassment in the workplace. Law360 Employment Authority View (Subscription required.) jQuery(document).ready(function($) { if ...
- Cannabis Industry Peach Laws Spread, Fertilizing Union Growth May 20, 2021Michael Pedhirney weighs in on how union demands affect employers in the cannabis industry. Bloomberg Law View (Subscription required.) jQuery(document).ready(function($) { if ( $.fn.waypoint ...
- Employers Lean Toward Hybrid, In-Person Work Plans May 20, 2021Michelle Barrett Falconer and Devjani Mishra discuss the findings of Littlerâs Executive Employer survey. Law360 View (Subscription required.) jQuery(document).ready(function($) { if ( $.fn.waypoint ) ...
- Most employers are eyeing âhybrid modelâ for return to work amid pandemic – Littler survey May 20, 2021Devjani Mishra discusses Littlerâs Executive Employer survey, which found that most employers are planning to implement a hybrid work model. Reuters View ...
- Cal/OSHA Issues Guidance on Fully Vaccinated Employees May 20, 2021Eric Compere, William Kim, Melissa Peters, Kennell Sambour and Krystal Weaver provide insight on Cal/OSHAâs new FAQs. SHRM Online View (Subscription required.) jQuery(document).ready(function($) ...
- Littler Opens 100th Location with New Belgium Office May 20, 2021(May 19, 2021) â Littler, the worldâs largest employment and labor law practice representing management, has opened its 100th location. ...
- John Long Spotlighted for Counseling Barstool Sports Regarding Collegiate Women’s Golf Tournament May 19, 2021John Long is spotlighted for managing prospective compliance issues on behalf of Barstool Sports regarding its upcoming charity tournament for collegiate women’s ...
- Kate Brown and Jonathan Siegel Co-Author “California Labor Commissioner Clarifies COVID-19 Paid-Sick-Leave Rules” May 19, 2021Kate Brown and Jonathan Siegel co-author “California Labor Commissioner Clarifies COVID-19 Paid-Sick-Leave Rules,” published by SHRM. jQuery(document).ready(function($) { if ( $.fn.waypoint ) { $("#facebook-after-25751").waypoint( function() { $("#facebook-after-25751").sharrre({ ...
- Jackson Lewis Launches ERISA Litigation Blog May 19, 2021Nationwide employment law firm Jackson Lewis P.C. is pleased to announce the firm recently launched its ERISA Litigation Advisor, a blog focused on ...
- White House Task Force Will Seek to Increase Unionization May 19, 2021Michael Lotito shares how the president can leverage his power to neutralize union campaigns. SHRM Online View (Subscription required.) jQuery(document).ready(function($) { if ( $.fn.waypoint ) ...
- Patrice C. Dixon Honored at Excellence in the Law Awards May 18, 2021Nationwide employment law firm Jackson Lewis P.C. is pleased to announce Patrice C. Dixon has been selected as an âUp & Coming Lawyerâ by ...
- Tracey Wallace Discusses Prospective Impact of PWFA May 18, 2021Tracey Wallace discusses the labor and employment implications of the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act in “Will The Pregnant Workers Fairness Act Get ...
- Lori Brown Rejoins Littler; ComplianceHR Names Kimball Norup CEO May 18, 2021(May 17, 2021) â Littler, the worldâs largest employment and labor law practice representing management, today announced that Lori Brown ...
- What are you? A Conversation with Littlerâs âOtherâ Attorneys May 18, 2021In support of AAPI Heritage Month, this podcast features Danielle Herring (Houston), Emilie Hammerstein (Pittsburgh) and Alan Sims (Downtown Los ...