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Does That Law Apply to Me? Sick Leave Laws Raise Questions for Out-of-State Employers

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If you were a California employer, then California employment law applied. If you were a Texas employer, then Texas law applied. The law does provide some exemptions for employees—for example, independent contractors are not considered employees, nor are workers under the age of 18. Prior to joining BLR, Ms.

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DOL Issues First Opinion Letters in 9 Years, Provides Clarity on FMLA and FLSA Matters

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These breaks amounted to a total of 2 hours’ lost work over the course of the day, so the employer essentially asked which principle prevails—the FLSA’s requirement that short breaks be compensable or the FMLA’s provision of leave on an unpaid basis? is a Legal Editor for BLR’s human resources and employment law publications.

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My Take: Macroeconomic uncertainty makes a return thanks to the coronavirus

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In 2001, the recession was already in its sixth month when the attack occurred. Which sector can pick up the mantle borne by the carmakers nearly 20 years ago and keep consumers and businesses spending as the virus runs its course remains to be seen. Make sure you’re in compliance with the law. Communicate honestly.

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A Shifting Landscape of Workplace Challenges

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Additionally, Carol is responsible for developing Commission rules and guidance under the Americans with Disabilities Act, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act, the Equal Pay Act, and the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act. Pearlman | Partner, Proskauer.

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State-Law Privacy Lawsuit Preempted by ERISA, Court Rules

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Turning to the ERISA preemption issue, the court noted that common-law contract and tort claims generally are preempted if they “relate to” an ERISA plan, and a claim is “conflict preempted” if it duplicates an ERISA claim. Slaughter , JD, is a Senior Legal Editor for BLR’s Thompson HR products, focusing on benefits compliance.

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States Expand Pregnancy Accommodation Requirements: Nevada and Washington

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After all, doesn’t federal law already require pregnancy accommodations? Pregnancy accommodation requirements can arise under either of two federal laws. Jones, JD is a Senior Legal Editor for BLR’s human resources and employment law publications. Well, maybe …. Prior to joining BLR, Ms. Follow Holly Jones on Google+.

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Are Employees Entitled to Leave During an Emergency or Natural Disaster?

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Surprisingly, I have found her adage to ring true for employment law. I think we tend to be reluctant to admit that our professional lives are anything other than Instagram-perfect, so it’s a rare occurrence for even close friends and family to come to me with questions about their employment and compensation rights.