Governor Jerry Brown signed into law several new no smoking laws that effectively eliminate smoking in all workplaces, ban the use e-cigarettes and other vaping devices where other tobacco products are prohibited, and prohibit the marketing and sale of tobacco products and e-cigarettes to persons under 21 years of age. The bills are effective June Read more
Each year, the Nevada Office of the Labor Commissioner reviews the state’s minimum wage rate and daily overtime rate as required by the State Constitution. This review does not necessarily mean a change in the minimum wage or daily overtime rate every year. Instead, the rates are adjusted based on any change in the federal Read more
Maryland has amended its Equal Pay for Equal Work law giving more workers protection from wage discrimination. Under existing law, employers are prohibited from discriminating in the payment of wages between employees of the opposite sex who work in the “same establishment” and “perform work of comparable character or work in the same operation, in Read more
This month, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) issued new guidelines on providing leave as a reasonable accommodation for employees with disabilities. The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requires covered employers (employers with 15 or more employees) to provide reasonable accommodations to enable employees with disabilities to perform their jobs. The EEOC article describes basic Read more
Today, the US Department of Labor announced its Final Rule that will extend overtime pay to workers not previously eligible under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). Although the FLSA ensures minimum wage and overtime pay protections for most employees covered by the Act, some workers, including bona fide executive, administrative, and professional (“EAP”) employees, are exempt Read more
California is home to some of the toughest workplace health and safety standards and the most comprehensive injury and illness Prevention Program (IIPP) regulations in the country. In California, every employer has a legal obligation to provide and maintain a safe and healthful workplace for employees. The IIPP regulation also requires every California employer to Read more
Yesterday, the federal Occupation Health and Safety Administration (OSHA) published a final rule that requires certain employers to electronically submit to OSHA information collected and recorded by employers concerning workplace injuries and illnesses. The data collected will help OSHA identify, target and remove safety and health hazards, thereby preventing occupational injuries, illnesses, and deaths. The information Read more
Vermont is the latest state to adopt what is known as a “ban the box” law. The name comes from the conviction history check-box found on standard employment applications. Also known as “fair chance” laws, these laws limit when an employer may permissibly ask about a job applicant’s criminal history during the application process. The Read more
Compliance Poster Company’s business partners will soon see a bright addition to their new All-On-One Labor Law posters. The US Department of Labor (DOL) has released an updated Family and Medical Leave Act posting. In addition to a vivid new color scheme, the new posting features a streamlined explanation of leave eligibility and entitlements that Read more
The recent and upcoming presidential primary elections are making vibrant headlines around the country. On Tuesday, November 8, 2016 voters will elect a new president. Most election days fall on a Tuesday, which has many workers and employers wondering what the law in their state is regarding time off to vote. The laws of almost Read more
