Employee monitoring isn’t a new concept. Many companies already notify employees of their practices through their handbooks, standard operating procedures, and alerts that pop up on their computer login screens. But, perhaps reflecting the times with an increase in remote and online work, a new law from New York requires employers to revisit their current […]
California employers beware: since January 1, 2022, California employers have made four statewide legal changes that affect the rights of employees. In addition, employers need to be aware of the new living wage ordinances specific to certain localities. These new laws require updated labor law posters for employees. We highlight these changes below, starting with […]
Earlier this year, Nevada labor law agencies released new versions of three critical posters that employers must ensure they have displayed in the workplace for their employees affecting employee safety, workers’ compensation, and job training. Employers need to be aware of these changes and make sure they have shared the most recent versions of these […]
We’re only two months into the new year, and New York has already implemented two key changes that require employers to display new labor law posters: a new minimum wage poster and a major update to the state’s whistleblower law. Here’s what you need to know. New York’s New Minimum Wage New York enacted […]
Out with the old and in with the new. As we move further into the new year, employers must double-check to make sure they’re in compliance with federal, state, and local laws and prominently post the most up-to-date labor law posters. If you own or operate a business in New Mexico, you should be aware […]
Ringing in the new year means new requirements for Washington state employers. They must prepare for a trifecta of changes that require them to update two key labor law posters. New Washington Minimum Wage Starting January 1, 2022, Washington’s minimum wage will be $14.49 per hour. (Note that Seattle and SeaTac have their own […]
New changes to the Massachusetts paid leave law and a new address for the Massachusetts Department of Industrial Accidents mean it’s time for Bay State employers to update their policies and labor law posters for 2022. Here’s what you need to know. New Massachusetts Paid Family and Medical Leave Act Poster The Massachusetts Department […]
Between managing a return to some normalcy with the rollout of COVID-19 vaccinations, the Great Resignation, and other HR challenges, checking your labor law posters may not have been top of mind. But now is the perfect time to catch up on all the changes that this year has brought and make sure you’re up […]
At the start of 2022, many U.S. employees will have slightly heavier pockets: many states are raising their minimum wage. (Note that some states and localities are planning minimum wage increases at different times during 2022.) Several states are moving toward a living wage standard, while others are simply implementing annual cost-of-living adjustments. If […]
A new Connecticut labor law requires employers to post a notice in Spanish as well as English advising employees about their right to be free from discrimination relating to pregnancy and childbirth. Employers must post the notice regardless of the number of Spanish speakers they have in their workforce. Here are some other points […]
As of October 1, 2021, Nevada employers must display two new labor law posters covering workers’ leave rights and job training opportunities. Here’s what you need to know. Nevada Caregiver Sick Leave Law (AB 190) Nevada’s new caregiver sick leave law, AB 190, gives employees the right to use any accrued sick leave to […]
Two executive orders are set to increase the federal minimum wage for federal contractors beginning in January 2022. Under former President Obama’s Executive Order 13658, “Establishing a Minimum Wage for Contractors,” covered employees will see a pay increase from $10.95 per hour to $11.25 per hour as of January 1, 2022. Additionally, tipped employees performing […]