Jul 27, 2023 | Compliance
Nationwide discount retailer cited for repeat violations, faces $294,000 in new penalties. For the third time in three months, the US Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has cited one of the nation’s largest discount...
Jul 26, 2023 | Compliance
As small and midsize business owners, it is crucial to understand the severe penalties that can arise from violating employment laws. A recent settlement involving a federal contractor, serves as a stark reminder of the consequences of engaging in discriminatory...
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...
