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Life Is More Than One Big Zoom/Teams/WebEx Meeting
In some ways, practicing law can feel solitary, especially when endeavoring to meet work expectations, bill time (for the unlucky), and keep other aspects of your life afloat. I found this particularly true when I was first admitted to the bar in March 2020. I had so many questions about how to be a good lawyer/person and was unsure of the resources that could actually uplift me.
EEOC Provides New COVID-19 Workplace Guidance (Again) | JD Supra
Given the easing of the pandemic, the US Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has once again updated its guidelines relating to employers’ handling of COVID-19. These adjustments reflect the evolving nature of the pandemic and serve as a reminder that what was appropriate in 2020 and 2021 may no longer be the case. This new guidance contrasts with the EEOC’s prior directives that mandatory COVID viral screening testing for those employees was lawful.
Combating the Pay Gap: Changes to Pay Transparency in New York | JD Supra
In 2022, New York City and New York State have seen significant developments in employment law, including pay transparency. The New York City Council issued a report that analyzed pay differences in the New York City municipal workforce. That report established that in 2018, male workers earned a median salary of $21,600 more than women. The report further disclosed that women of color also had received substantially less compensation than their male counterparts.
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Obermayer Rebmann Maxwell & Hippel United States: A "First-in-the-Nation" Vaccine Mandate – NYC's Guidance On The Private Employer Vaccine Mandate 23 December 2021 by Dove Burns and Alexandra L. Simels Obermayer Rebmann Maxwell & Hippel To print this article, all you need is to be registered or login on Mondaq.com.
The Sixth Circuit Gives New Life to the Vaccine Mandate - Next Up, the Supreme Court | JD Supra
As HR Legalist previously reported, earlier this year, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) issued an emergency temporary standard (ETS), mandating that employers with at least 100 employees require all employees to receive the COVID-19 vaccination or submit to weekly testing and wear face coverings. However, several states filed emergency lawsuits in various courts, seeking to invalidate the ETS.
A “First-in-the-Nation” Vaccine Mandate - NYC’s Guidance on the Private Employer Vaccine Mandate | JD Supra
On December 15, 2021, New York City released highly anticipated guidance and a helpful FAQ regarding compliance with Mayor Bill de Blasio’s private sector “first-in-the-nation” vaccine mandate. The new directive requires all private-sector employees to have received at least one dose of a COVID-19 vaccine by December 27. Workers will then have 45 days to show proof of their second dose.
An EEOC Update: Navigating Religious Objections To Vaccine Mandates
Obermayer Rebmann Maxwell & Hippel United States: An EEOC Update: Navigating Religious Objections To Vaccine Mandates 19 November 2021 Obermayer Rebmann Maxwell & Hippel To print this article, all you need is to be registered or login on Mondaq.com.
An EEOC Update: Navigating Religious Objections to Vaccine Mandates | JD Supra
On October 25, the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) updated its COVID-19 guidance with the addition of Section L to address employer obligations under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and religious objections to employer vaccine mandates.
Luck Of The Draw: The Fate Of OSHA’s Vaccine Mandate Now Is In The Hands Of The ____ Circuit | JD Supra
As HR Legalist reported, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s (OSHA) emergency temporary standard (ETS) regarding vaccination requirements is in purgatory. While the United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit permanently blocked OSHA from enforcing its mandate, the White House encouraged employers to voluntarily comply with the ETS. In light of the contradictory instructions, many employers were left confused and questioning which steps to take next.
[Webinar] New Landscapes in Employment Law & Global Mobility - October 7th, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm EDT | JD Supra
October 7th, 2021 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM EDT HR Legalist Live Presents: New Landscapes in Employment Law & Global Mobility Join us on Thursday, October 7, 2021, for the next installment of “HR Legalist Live,” where Obermayer attorneys bring their popular blog to life.
Working From Home: A Reasonable Accommodation In A COVID-19 World
Obermayer Rebmann Maxwell & Hippel United States: Working From Home: A Reasonable Accommodation In A COVID-19 World 26 August 2021 Obermayer Rebmann Maxwell & Hippel To print this article, all you need is to be registered or login on Mondaq.com. As noted in last week's HR Legalist, as places of business are re-opening this Fall, employers should expect requests to continue working remotely, as working from home has become the new norm.
Working from Home: A Reasonable Accommodation in a COVID-19 World | JD Supra
As noted in last week’s HR Legalist, as places of business are re-opening this Fall, employers should expect requests to continue working remotely, as working from home has become the new norm. Employers are not necessarily obligated to agree to every request to work from home.
Working from Home: A Reasonable Accommodation in a COVID-19 World
Working from Home: A Reasonable Accommodation in a COVID-19 World As noted in last week’s HR Legalist, as places of business are re-opening this Fall, employers should expect requests to continue working remotely, as working from home has become the new norm. Employers are not necessarily obligated to agree to every request to work from home.
OSHA Considerations For Preventing Workplace Violence
Law360 (June 16, 2021, 2:42 PM EDT) -- Workplace violence unfortunately continues to rise and, thus, employers must understand their legal responsibilities in order to respond to this growing threat and put in place effective prevention programs.
The Trend of Legalization: Recent Developments in Marijuana Legalization in New York, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania | JD Supra
In March 2021, New York enacted Senate Bill S854A, making it the 16th state to legalize marijuana for recreational use. The law addresses aspects of marijuana use and possession including (i) permitting individuals 21 and older to possess and purchase up to three ounces of marijuana; (ii) expanding the list of medical conditions for which marijuana can be prescribed; and (iii) allowing individuals to possess up to five pounds of marijuana in their home.
The Trend of Legalization: Recent Developments in Marijuana Legalization in New York, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania
Published Via The JD Supra Platform Obermayer Rebmann Maxwell & Hippel LLP In March 2021, New York enacted Senate Bill S854A, making it the 16th state to legalize marijuana for recreational use.
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