Sexual, racial or other misconduct, if done virtually, is still harassment.
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Labor Law: Employers should communicate policies on time off for voting
As Election Day approaches, Virginia employers will need to communicate any company policies surrounding time off to vote, and other expectations.
Labor Law: Walmart’s $20 million sex bias settlement is a good reminder for employers to examine hiring criteria
Walmart has agreed to pay $20 million to settle a companywide hiring lawsuit filed against the retail giant by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission alleging sex discrimination.
Labor Law: EEOC provides guidance on opiod use by employees
The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission issued technical assistance earlier this month regarding the use of codeine, oxycodone and other opioids by employees and how they could stay employed.
Labor Law: New Virginia law protects pregnant workers and lactation accommodations
Employers in Virginia are now required to provide reasonable accommodation for known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions including lactation.
Labor Law: Virginia businesses will have to follow safety rules to curb coronavirus in workplaces
Virginia employers take note: new mandatory workplace safety rules have been adopted and you should take action now to comply….
Labor Law: New Virginia law makes it a crime to inquire about prior convictions for marijuana
Virginia employers are trying to keep up with the influx of changes and updates to the Virginia employment law landscape, including changes to the state’s marijuana laws.
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