PA Expands Scope of Discrimination Protections
Newly effective regulations expand the terms “sex,” “religious creed,” and “race.”
HR Bulletins
Court Broadens Meaning of Adverse Employment Action
A new ruling will make it easier for employees to file discrimination lawsuits based on scheduling and other employment-related decisions.
New Standard for Evaluating Work Rules
The vast majority of employers will be impacted by a new standard with gives employee interpretation of workplace policies significant weight in determining if they’re lawful.
DE Paid Leave in Effect
Review a timeline for implementation of Delaware Paid Leave regulations, as well as requirements for employers based on the number of employees.
MD Salary Threshold Under Ban on Non-Competes
Effective Oct. 1, 2023, the salary threshold under Maryland’s ban on noncompete agreements will increase, providing greater protections for low-wage workers.
I-9 Form Revised, Remote Inspection Permitted
A revised Form 1-9 is now available. In addition, the USCIS announced that remote verification of documents will remain an available option under some circumstances.
EEO-1 Reporting Postponed
Private employers with 100 or more employees should plan to begin filing their EEO-1 reporting data for 2022 in the fall.
Supreme Court Fortifies Standard for Religious Accommodations
Review the recent ruling on employers’ ability to deny employees’ requests for religious accommodations under federal law.
Revised Workplace Posters
It’s time to update the DOL and EEOC posters in your office. Three new versions are available.
Revised Standard for Employers Disciplining Misconduct
A new ruling will limit employers’ ability to discipline or fire workers who display offensive conduct while engaged in activity protected under the National Labor Relations Act.