Credit checks may become a thing of the past for most employers. Seven states (California, Connecticut, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Oregon, and Washington) have laws prohibiting employers from checking credit reports unless there is a nexus to actual job responsibilities. However, these laws do permit credit checks on applicants whose jobs provide access to company or [...]
The already skyrocketing costs of home healthcare will increase even more if a Department of Labor proposal is approved. With encouragement from President Obama, the Department of Labor proposes a rule that would eliminate an exemption in the Fair Labor Standards Act for in-home caregivers, unless the caregiver is employed directly by the family or [...]
Beginning January 1, Connecticut will be the first state to have a paid sick leave law. The law has generated a lot of questions as employers prepare for compliance. This article focuses on the law’s carryover rule. To see some of our other articles on the new law go to: Connecticut Paid Sick Leave- Who [...]
A District Court in Missouri found an employer is not required to grant an employee indefinite leave under the Americans with Disabilities Act (“ADA). Deciphering the ADA and its reasonable accommodation requirements can be tricky and cause employers much angst. However, this case gives employers a little peace of mind, knowing they may not have [...]
Last month, New York became the sixth state to legalize same-sex marriage. With the increasing legalization of same-sex marriage, state and federal governments will now have to contend with whether same-sex couples will be allowed to enjoy the same benefits as heterosexual couples. There are several bills introduced in Congress to address this issue. Representative [...]