EEOC Settles Sexual Harassment Lawsuit for $690,000
OSHA settled a sexual harassment claim for $690,000.
Is Your Job Hurting Your Mental Health?
Even with a nation still recovering emotionally, physically, and financially from a pandemic, some people feel empowered to act in inappropriate ways. And when those toxic individuals end up in your workplace, it can disrupt your career path and possibly your mental health. The experiences of a toxic work environment can impact your mental health … Read more
Sixth Circuit Dissolves Stay on Mask Enforcement in the Workplace
The Sixth Circuit has dissolved a stay by the Fifth Circuit on OSHA’s mask mandate.
Advocating for Safe Working Conditions
Regardless of your job or the industry you work in, everyone has the right to safe working conditions. Of course, some jobs are inherently more dangerous than others, but employers have a duty to ensure that all employees are safe while working. This article suggests tips for those who might suspect that their workplace is … Read more
KYC and Data Protection: How to Manage Customer Data Lawfully
Every day, financial institutions are under pressure to keep up with the changing regulatory environment and increasingly sophisticated tactics used by criminals. They must satisfy customer expectations while also complying with strict standards set out in compliance policies that vary significantly around the world — a task made even more difficult due to their legacy … Read more
Legal Checklist for New Hires
Welcoming and onboarding new employees is an exciting time. As an employer, you obviously want to make sure you are hiring the right person. Whether you are hiring your first employee or your business is growing rapidly, it is essential that you make sure you are complying with the law. You must have some understanding … Read more
Work Possibilities in the USA with a Student Visa
Many people would say that university years play a significant role in self-development. And the reasons are quite obvious. Meanwhile, you strive to get a degree for a future profession, you also make new valuable connections and even try to provide for yourself. According to the Georgetown report, 70% of full-time college students choose to … Read more
Key Cybersecurity Priorities in 2022
With a new year comes new strategies for businesses and other organizations. A significant area of focus in 2022 will have to be cybersecurity, but what are the implications for that? There are a lot of businesses, particularly smaller ones, that don’t have any cohesive cybersecurity strategy at all. They realize it’s something they’ll have … Read more
Marijuana, marijuana cards, and reasonable accommodations under the ADA
Since California first legalized medical marijuana in 1996, more than half of US states have made similar allowances for medical marijuana use. However, marijuana use remains illegal under federal law, which presents questions for employers and employees regarding medical marijuana usage at work and off-duty. One particular question is whether the use of marijuana, including … Read more
Worker Refusing to Return from Home Sues for Disability Discrimination
For the first time, an employee has filed suit under the ADA for refusal to make COVID-19 accommodations.