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Pandemic discrimination: remind staff of policies

Business Management Daily

The wave mirrors the discrimination Middle Easterners experienced following the September 11, 2001 attacks. As during that period, employers may face similar episodes in the workplace. The incidents may cause employer liability as either national origin discrimination or racial discrimination.

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

GetFive

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. Review local, state, and federal employment laws and regulations.

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A Shifting Landscape of Workplace Challenges

EverFi - HR

As organizations review and re-review their remote work, health and safety, and diversity and inclusion policies and practices, navigating the complex legal landscape related to accommodations, harassment, and discrimination–all while supporting a positive workplace culture–is crucial. Pearlman | Partner, Proskauer.

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

HR Daily Advisor

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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States Expand Pregnancy Accommodation Requirements: Nevada and Washington

HR Daily Advisor

After all, doesn’t federal law already require pregnancy accommodations? Pregnancy accommodation requirements can arise under either of two federal laws. Here, the Pregnancy Discrimination Act (PDA) may come into play. Jones, JD is a Senior Legal Editor for BLR’s human resources and employment law publications.

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