Federal law prohibits virtually all employers from compensating employees differently based on gender. Specifically, the Equal Pay Act (EPA) requires all employers to pay male and female employees equally if they perform “substantially equal” work in the same workplace. In addition, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (Title VII) prohibits employers withContinueContinue reading “Are You Compliant with Federal Gender-based Pay Equity and Discrimination Laws?”
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OSHA Proposes Heat Injury and Illness Prevention Standard
On July 2, 2024, the U.S. Department of Labor’s (DOL) Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) announced an unofficial version of the proposed prevention standard to protect workers from heat injury and illness. If finalized, the new standard would apply to all employers conducting indoor and outdoor work in all general industry, construction, maritime, andContinueContinue reading “OSHA Proposes Heat Injury and Illness Prevention Standard”
10 Midyear Employment Law Compliance Trends for 2024
Significant changes in employment law have occurred at the federal, state, and local levels throughout 2024. A review of recent and proposed legislation reveals several emerging trends that will affect employers for the remainder of the year. Employers should ensure that they are apprised of significant legal developments and are either in compliance or preparedContinueContinue reading “10 Midyear Employment Law Compliance Trends for 2024”
3 Case Studies to Help Your Business Avoid EEOC Violations
The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) is responsible for enforcing federal equal employment opportunity (EEO) laws that protect job applicants and employees from discrimination because of an individual’s race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information. The EEOC frequently enforces these laws through lawsuits and other legal action.ContinueContinue reading “3 Case Studies to Help Your Business Avoid EEOC Violations”
Are Your Employees Covered Under the FMLA?
The federal Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) requires employers covered by the law to provide eligible employees unpaid, job-protected leave for qualifying reasons. FMLA Covered Employers FMLA covers the following employers: Public agencies, including federal, state, and local governments; Local educational agencies, including public and private elementary and secondary schools and public school boards;ContinueContinue reading “Are Your Employees Covered Under the FMLA?”
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