Download the 2015 Midyear Employment Law Update now! California’s mandatory paid sick leave law is the story of the year. On July 1, employers had to start providing the benefit to employees. The governor also signed “clean up” amendments to the law that were effective on July 13. It’s already been a busy year with several noteworthy developments that demand employers’ attention. CalChamber’s 2015 Midyear Employment Law Update white paper recaps noteworthy employment law developments, such as important rulings in discrimination and harassment cases. MORE

Founder David Ehrenberg breaks down exactly what you need to do to protect your small business from the biggest employment risks. Why worry about employment law risks when you have enough things to focus on: building your team, getting traction, and lining up funding? This is a guest post, reprinted with permission from our friends at Early Growth Financial Services. MORE

And with the ever-changing business dynamic, employers are expected to provide standard vacation allowance and healthcare benefits in order to stay competitive within their market. What are the local and/or state paid leave laws? Employer law is mandated by the Fair Labor Standards Act , but doesn’t require all employers to provide paid vacation. Category 2. MORE

For the past threeNoels, I published “The 12 Days of Employment Law Christmas.” As this has become a year-end tradition at the blog, I’m sharing it again (with updated links). On the first day of Christmas, my employment lawyer gave to me. On the second day of Christmas, my employment lawyer gave to me. On the third day of Christmas, my employment lawyer gave to me. MORE

While we have countless country and labour laws protecting our interests based on not only culture but societal needs, newer countries to the stage offer their own challenges as lawyers and HR professionals work to foster aligning business practices globally without offending the needs of specific cultures and their inherent identity. fully global employment law does not exist. MORE

Last week the GAO released a report of findings from a two year study titled “CRIMINAL HISTORY RECORDS: Additional Actions Could Enhance the Completeness of Records Used for Employment-Related Background Checks.” The Government Accountability Office (GAO) has been busy. At the request of Congress, it’s been looking into criminal background checks. MORE

Employment Law In this week's e-newsletter Management Retention & Turnover bully management prima donnas top performersIf there’s one species of employee managers dread dealing with, it’s the prima donna. Here’s a look at what makes these people tick — and how they can be stopped. Prima donnas are likely the most irritating people in the workforce. MORE

It’s official: Employers will have more reporting duties moving forward. As expected, the agency just released its final rule updating the EEO-1 reporting requirements employers have to abide by. The EEOC issued a new sample EEO-1 form to help employers prepare for the new rule. Private employers with 99 or fewer employees will not file EEO-1 reports. 30, 2016. MORE

There are potential changes to several other employer-related laws that you may need to prepare for. 1. In order to avoid paying overtime compensation, many employers are misclassifying their employees as independent contractors or exempt. If the Department of Labor (DOL) finds out, noncompliant employers could face substantial penalties. Changes in marijuana laws. MORE

For the past two Noels, I published “The 12 Days of Employment Law Christmas.” As this has become a year-end tradition at the blog, I’m sharing it again (with updated links). Some musical accompaniment) On the first day of Christmas, my employment lawyer gave to me a lawsuit for my company. On the fifth day of Christmas, my employment lawyer gave to me. Merry Christmas MORE

We’ve answered questions before related to employment laws about giving notice and final paychecks. He is telling us that, due to California law, the company owes him the accrued PTO. As a general rule, what employment laws apply to an employee? Paris] It could be any of the above or all of the above plus don’t forget about federal laws. Final question. MORE

In Cuevas , two plaintiffs filed an action under New Jersey’s Law Against Discrimination (LAD) claiming that they were victims of race-based discrimination, a hostile work environment, and retaliatory firings. But, the employer felt that the award broke the mold, so to speak. the normal statute of limitations on employment claims. Wentworth Group. jury awarded them $2.5 MORE

New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio recently signed into law the Stop Credit Discrimination in Employment Act which goes into effect September 1, 2015. It amends the New York City Human Rights Law to prohibit employers from requesting or using an individual’s consumer credit history in making employment decisions. Five news items to pay attention to in HR. MORE

Coverage from the recent budget announcement have confirmed that the government will implement a new National Living Wage for workers The post Employment law update appeared first on. Insurance employment law sick pay MORE

” Me? I’m an employment lawyer whose blogging arsenal consists of strikethroughs , overused Vince McMahon references , and fart jokes. Frankly, I can imagine only one way that our names would ever be in the same sentence: “Eric, do you think that Justice Scalia ever read The Employer Handbook blog?” I really need to create a new meme. ” “No.” MORE

Check out this great infographic from G&A Partners highlighting the costs of FLSA non-compliance to employers in 2014. Infographic Thursday Labor and Employment Law Fair Labor Standards Act FLSA hr human resources As always, if you like this infographic then follow its author here. Best, Rory. MORE

Here’s the problem the new rules were meant to address: When the ADA was passed in 1990, it said it was permissible for employers to conduct medial inquiries and examinations of employees as part of “voluntary” “health programs” (a.k.a., Here’s what employers need to know — and get into compliance with — now: What’s ‘voluntary’? Here’s why. wellness programs). MORE

Employment law compliance. In a recent study nettime solutions conduc ted , t wo of the top concerns among employees were better technology & simpler HR processes. Because businesses need to operate in a flexible manner so their employees can work effectively , a company's internal technology should be required to do the same. These include: Employee attendance and scheduling. MORE

The ADA’s interactive process has been one of the more vexing aspects of employment law recently. . Not only has the EEOC ramped up its oversight of this complex area, but the regulations surrounding the interactive process don’t paint a black-and-white picture of what exactly employers need to do. The benefit to employers. Interactive process: a definition. MORE

Governor Brown signed significant employment-related legislation into law for 2016. For clear explanations of your employer obligations, take a seat at one of CalChamber’s 2016 Employment Law Updates seminars in January. Join our employment law experts for a comprehensive review and discussion of recent legislation, including changes to California’ gender wage equality laws and employee leave protections, amendments to the paid sick leave law, enhanced enforcement powers for the Labor Commissioner and much more. MORE

Advanced ACA: What Employers Need to Know for 2015. What does California law say (and not say) about these policies? Top 10 Employment Law Cases Affecting California Employers. Over the past 12 months, California courts have issued an unprecedented number of decisions impacting employment practices you manage on a daily basis. Exempt or Non-Exempt? MORE

Like most things in the law, the answer is, “It depends” on the law about which you are concerned. There are also potential common law claims under states law (e.g., If it’s discrimination liability, there is no issue for the individuals under since Title VII and the other federal employment discrimination laws, none of which provide for any individual liability. Here is the part, however, to which Ohio employers must pay attention. Related Stories Company expands leave benefits for working mom, but what about the dads?! MORE

The FMLA penalty for violating the law’s posting requirements will increase from $110 to $163 for each separate offense. It’s increasing the penalties for employers who knowingly employ an unauthorized worker and employers who commit other immigration-related violations. Example: The minimum penalty for knowingly employing an unauthorized worker will increase from $375 to $539 per worker. Employment Law In this week's e-newsletter ada dol eeoc erisa FMLA (Family Medical Leave Act) penaltiesWhat’s behind all of this? . MORE

And it has led a lot of employers to ask: Can workers who engage in such political protests be punished? If you’re a private employer, you can punish workers for engaging in protests similar to Kaepernick’s if the protests violate an organizational rule or expectation, and/or causes a disruption in the business, or paints the organization in a negative light. Social media. MORE

Regardless the reason, my favorite band gets billing as the honoree of this month’s Employment Law Blog Carnival, as we look at the month’s best blog posts through the swarthy lens of some of the Old 97’s best songs. Employment Essentials has some suggestions, in The EEOC Asks: Is Your Corporate Wellness Program Really Voluntary? Dill at Walcheske & Luzi, in Wisconsin Supreme Court Adds New Twist to Restrictive Covenant Law , and Heather Bussing at HR Examiner, in People Are Not Trade Secrets , offer some suggestions. Narcotics and one-night stands. Jesse R. MORE

The California Chamber of Commerce today released the list of  new employment laws  scheduled to take effect in 2016 or earlier that will have an impact on businesses in California. The CalChamber also reminds employers that the minimum wage increases on January 1, 2016, to $10 an hour. Employers have been hit with multimillion-dollar lawsuits for minor violations.”. MORE

Employment law is a scary enough theme. What happens when employer discovers that former employee is working for a competitor? Janette Levey Frisch, the EmpLAWyerologist, offers a more positive take on employees competing against their former employers. In his first post Doug tackles commute time in FLSA FAQ: Commuting in an Employer-Provided Vehicle. Scary stuff. MORE

In today’s litigious workplace atmosphere, employers need to be mindful of the possibility of wrongful-discharge lawsuits from employees who have been let go — and are angry about it. If an employer terminates an employee, even one who is at-will, in violation of federal, state, or local anti-discrimination laws, that’s illegal. MORE

<www.chicagobookclinic.org> …So this morning I was reading the DOL website and came across this piece highlighting a $275k plus back wages settlement levied against Staples Contract and Commercial for failing to properly notify an executive of his right to take job protected leave under the  Family and Medical Leave Act  prior to discharging his employment. Happy Friday, Rory. MORE

Change is sweeping through employment law, and small businesses are finding themselves caught in the riptide. Talent Acquisition employment lawWith an increase of lawyers filing Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) class action lawsuits. Visit site for full story. MORE

The DOL’s changes to the FLSA white collar overtime exemption regulations aren’t just going to be a financial headache for employers; they’re also going to be a managerial dilemma. Odds are the average worker’s going to blame you, their employer. Are you ready for the three most difficult conversations you’ve had in a while? . Comp conundrum. ” 3. MORE

We’re smack in the middle of a vicious cycle for employer policy making — the more the NLRB continues to broadly interpret the speech protections of the National Labor Relations Act (NLRA), the more labor charges it receives on the issue. The result for employers:  more communication policies  are being tagged “illegal.” What’s on the chopping block now? MORE

In other words, if the agency investigates or sues an employer, chances are it’ll be in one of the primary enforcement areas outlined in its new Strategic Enforcement Plan. The EEOC is responsible for monitoring trends and developments in the law, workplace practices, and labor force demographics. The EEOC just issued its second-ever Strategic Enforcement Plan. MORE

The efforts to push back the deadline for the new OT rules gained some more momentum this week, as Congress moved to enact a new law to extend the effective date to early next summer.  . The law would move the effective date of the new OT rules from Dec. 1 to June 1, 2017. Employment Law In this week's e-newsletter Pay and Benefits deadline H.R. 6094) on Sept. MORE

People seem to like lists, so here’s one to kick off this month’s Employment Law Blog Carnival. So, for this month’s Carnival, I present employment law according to the greatest band of the last 20 years, the White Stripes. Don’t be a rat to your employer (current or former) by blabbing this stuff. The 1960s — The Beatles (with apologies to the Rolling Stones). MORE

In Cuevas , two plaintiffs filed an action under New Jersey’s Law Against Discrimination (LAD) claiming that they were victims of race-based discrimination, a hostile work environment, and retaliatory firings. But, the employer felt that the award broke the mold, so to speak. the normal statute of limitations on employment claims. Wentworth Group. jury awarded them $2.5 MORE

former DOL administrator recently opened a lot of employers’ eyes with what she had to say about the new rule. . So she has a unique handle and perspective on how the new overtime rule will be enforced and how employers can go about complying with it. She’s now an employment law attorney with the firm Littler Mendelson, P.C. Think $913, not $47,476. MORE

Here, we in HR are going back to school too with lessons taught us in the Employment Law Blog Carnival, hosted by Blogging4Jobs. You have an opportunity to learn about dealing with medical marijuana, I-9 forms, and the sticky area of California employment law. So check it out and learn some law, it will do you some good. I learn a lot from lawyers. You can too. MORE

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The DOL has said that by the end of 2018, it plans to audit every employer covered by the ACA for compliance with the healthcare reform law. Realistic or not, it sent a strong message to employers. . What’s bound to get employers in trouble when the feds come knocking? Employment Law Healthcare Reform Special Report ACA dol healthcare reform Obamacare penalties MORE