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HR Compliance
What Employers Need to Know About the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act
The Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA) took effect on June 27, 2023, and represents a significant increase in the legal protections given to pregnant workers. This new law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodations to employees affected by pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, unless doing so would impose an und...
Crafting Custom Employee Handbooks: Affordable Solutions for Small Business
Creating an employee handbook is a crucial step for any business, regardless of its size or industry. It sets the tone for company culture, outlines policies, and ensures that employees are well-informed about their roles and responsibilities. At Consultstu, we specialize in crafting customized and comprehensive employee handbooks that cater to the...
What can Employers Do When Employees are Legally Using Opioids?
Fortunately for employers, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has issued technical assistance documents that address issues concerning the employment provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act, as it relates to the use of opioids by employees. Although not legally binding on the public, there is valuable information for emplo...
Non-compete Agreements to be Banned, Limited Exceptions
In late April, the Federal Trade Commission (“FTC”) issued a controversial new rule that bans all non-compete clauses for every worker nationwide across all industries – with very limited exceptions. The rule, if not stopped by a lawsuit, will take effect on or about September 1, 2024. After the effective date, employers also have...
Recent DOJ Fact Sheet for Employers Using Commercial Electronic Form I-9 Software
In December 2023, the Department of Justice (DOJ) published a fact sheet that discussed what employers should keep in mind if they use private sector commercial or proprietary software to electronically complete, modify, or retain Form I-9s. Although this document refers to these products collectively as Form I-9 software programs – it also a...
DOT Announces Approval for Oral Fluid Testing, Part 40 Changes (but not yet…)
Effective June 1, 2023, the Department of Transportation (DOT) authorized oral fluid testing for the first time, marking a significant shift away from urine-only drug testing policies. This change provides employers with greater flexibility while affording employees enhanced privacy. The final rule, among other items, amends the DOT’s r...
Remote Examination of I9 Documents Allowed under Proposed DHS Rule
On July 21, 2023, DHS released early a proposed rule (official release coming on July 25) (click here) that will allow an optional alternative for employers to remotely examine Form I-9 documentation. The new DHS alternative authorizes employers enrolled in E-Verify the option to remotely examine their new hires’ identity and employment authoriza...
Florida Clarifies Details Related to new E-verify law
Recently, the Florida Department of Revenue released some important FAQs for the new Florida E-verify law. Click here to review and download the DOR Information sheet. Here are some of the more important new employee eligibility and e-verify questions and answers: Is an employer required to certify the employment eligibility of Florida and non-Flor...
Florida’s New E-Verify Rule Starts July 1, 2023
Currently, employment verification (I9 form) is required by all employers within 3 days of hire to ensure the employee is authorized to work in the United States. E-Verify, an online tool operated by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, allows employers to electronically verify employment eligibility after having completed the I-9 form. Curren...
PTO Can be Docked from Salaried Employees
Paid time off is a fringe benefit and is not considered part of a worker’s salary ruled a federal appeals court on March 15, 2023. In a case brought by employees (nurses, physical therapists and social workers) at Bayada Home Health Care, the judges concluded that the company can take away paid leave when salaried......
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