Aug 22, 2023 | Compliance, Human Resources
The owner and operator of grocery stores in several states and headquartered in Kentucky, has agreed to pay $50,000 and provide other relief to settle a sexual harassment lawsuit filed by the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), the federal agency...
Aug 15, 2023 | Compliance
FEDERAL UPDATES Pregnant Worker Fairness Act (15+): The EEOC formally published proposed regulations for the PWFA (eff 6/27/23) on August 11. They are still subject to a comment period so we can expect changes, but they are legally required to be finalized by...
Aug 15, 2023 | Compliance
Author: Harbor Compliance Businesses that prioritize compliance can hire, sell, and grow with ease. However, navigating entity, tax, and licensing requirements is challenging for most businesses. Many businesses struggle to manage their requirements efficiently while...
Aug 15, 2023 | Compliance
A federal district court in Minnesota recently ruled in favor of 21 drivers after a U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) investigation found that their employer, a non-emergency medical transportation business, misclassified them as independent contractors. The...
Aug 14, 2023 | Compliance
A recent ruling by an administrative law judge has brought attention to the importance of compliance with employment laws for small and midsize business owners. A residential and commercial swimming pool company based in Illinois, has been ordered to pay $312,561 in...
Aug 13, 2023 | Compliance
A tragic incident that took place in December 2022 has shed light on the importance of adhering to workplace safety standards. The US Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) investigated a Miami-based bridge construction...
