For the first time in 13 years, on October 19, 2022, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) released a new “Know Your Rights” poster that replaces the “EEO is the Law” poster. The poster was updated again on October 20. The new poster explicitly states that workplace discrimination and harassment are illegal and encourages employees […]
At first blush, labor law posters seem fairly simple and straightforward. All you have to do is put them on the wall, right? However, conflicts in federal, state, and local laws can lead to a lot of confusion. After all, some of these legal mandates may apply to certain types of employers but not others. It […]
As a federal contractor or subcontractor, trying to ensure compliance with posting requirements can be a complex, time-consuming, and confusing task. Not only must federal contractors meet the same federal and state requirements that all private companies must adhere to, but federal contractors must also meet the same requirements as federal government agencies. Considering non-compliance […]
Labor Law Posting Requirements for Hotels, Motels, and Resorts Every hotel, motel, and resort, regardless of its location, must post certain labor law posters based on federal law. You must post them in a location where employees can readily and frequently see them, such as a breakroom or kitchen. Some states also have additional requirements […]
Labor Law Posters Required of All Retailers, Regardless of State Every retailer, regardless of its location, must post certain labor law posters based on federal law. These posters must be on display in a location where employees can see them readily, such as a locker room, breakroom, or employee kitchen. Some states and localities […]
Labor Law Posters Required of All Healthcare Providers, Regardless of State Every healthcare provider, regardless of its location, must post certain labor law posters based on federal law. These posters must be on display in a location where employees can see them readily, such as a locker room, breakroom, or employee kitchen. Some states […]
Labor Law Posters Required of All Construction Companies, Regardless of State Every construction company, regardless of its location, must post certain labor law posters based on federal law. These posters must be on display in a location where employees can see them readily, such as a locker room or employee breakroom. Some states and localities […]
Labor Law Posters Required of All Restaurants, Regardless of State Every restaurant, regardless of its location, must post certain labor law posters based on federal law. Here is a list of the required federal labor law posters for foodservice-related organizations, along with a brief description of each. Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and […]
Generally, the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) protects all the “personal information” belonging to “consumers.” The term “consumers” refers to California residents, and the term “personal information” has an expansive definition that refers to any individually identifiable data about the users. Not all companies are covered by the CCPA. Businesses located in and outside […]
Get your business is in tip-top shape to meet 2020 compliance goals and avoid missing a mandatory labor law notice. Here are five resolutions that can position your company for a prosperous and legally healthy new year. Review your policies and procedures. Are all your policies and procedures up to date? Do they […]
Are you providing your employees with the right tools and safety procedures at work? No matter which industry your company falls into—whether it’s construction, hospitality, finance, retail, health care, or financial services—it’s important for you to offer your employees the tools they need to do their job. When employees have the right tools, it creates […]
While ignorance is bliss, it is never an excuse for not knowing the law. In other words, a court will not care whether an employer understood its legal obligations when deciding whether to impose liability for a violation of the law: the court will find that the employer is responsible for knowing, understanding, and complying […]