Jul 25, 2023 | Compliance
As a small or midsize business owner, ensuring compliance with employment laws and maintaining a safe work environment is paramount. Recent incidents serve as sobering reminders of the potential penalties businesses face for disregarding employee safety. A case...
Jul 24, 2023 | Compliance
By Maurice G. Jenkins, James M. Stone, Andrew D. Kinghorn & Nicholas B. McGrath with Jackson Lewis P.C. Under the Americans With Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), employers have a viable defense to an Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) “regarded as”...
Jul 24, 2023 | Compliance
By Stephanie L. Adler-Paindiris & Stephanie E. Satterfield with Jackson Lewis P.C. The U.S. Supreme Court will decide whether Title VII of the Civil Rights Act prohibits discrimination in forced transfer decisions without also requiring a showing that the transfer...
Jul 23, 2023 | Compliance
In today’s digital age, social media has become a powerful platform for individuals to express their opinions and engage in discussions. This includes employees who may use social media to share their thoughts about their employers, workplace conditions, or even...
Jul 22, 2023 | Compliance
Running a small or midsize business comes with a range of responsibilities, including ensuring compliance with employment laws and maintaining a safe work environment. Failure to adhere to these regulations can result in severe penalties and harm to employees. A...
Jul 21, 2023 | Compliance
As small and midsize business owners, it is essential to be aware of the severe penalties that can result from violating employment laws. A recent settlement involving a manufacturer of plastic bottles and containers with about 500 employees, sheds light on the...
