HRWatchdog

MARCH 8, 2021

On March 4, 2021, the California Department of Fair Employment and Housing (DFEH) updated its COVID-19 guidance , addressing several vaccination-related questions. The DFEH answers one of employers’ biggest questions — can they require employees to get vaccinated? Not a member? See how CalChamber can help you.

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BerniePortal

OCTOBER 16, 2020

The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) enforces federal laws that make it illegal to discriminate against prospective and current employees. These laws apply to applicants and to employees of private employers, state and local governments, educational institutions, employment agencies, and labor organizations.

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Goodhire

SEPTEMBER 12, 2021

If your business is based in New York City or you have employees who work there, amendments to the New York City Fair Chance Act (FCA) that took effect July 29, 2021, may affect how you conduct background screenings for job candidates. How the New Law Affects the Background Screening Process.

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HRWatchdog

SEPTEMBER 24, 2020

On September 17, 2020, Governor Gavin Newsom signed AB 685 , a new law establishing stringent COVID-19-related notice and reporting requirements for public and private employers. The new law takes effect January 1, 2021 , but employers should quickly become aware of its complicated requirements in order to ensure compliance in January.

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HRWatchdog

OCTOBER 17, 2016

The EEOC has set their national priorities for 2017-2021. The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) recently approved an updated Strategic Enforcement Plan (SEP) , which sets national priorities for fiscal years 2017-2021. Gail Cecchettini Whaley, CalChamber Employment Law Counsel/Content. Not a member?

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Goodhire

APRIL 30, 2020

There are two recent developments you should be aware of at the federal level—one directly relates to screening, and the other is a friendly reminder to start using the new I-9 Form. Signed into law by the President in December 2019, this law does not take effect until December 2021. Marijuana Screening.

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Business Management Daily

APRIL 12, 2021

Employees should be screened before coming to work. This could be a self-screening through an app or a daily check-in. Employers can also legally screen all employees with temperature checks without violating the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Provide health checks. Conduct a hazard assessment. This has two parts.

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Business Management Daily

OCTOBER 29, 2021

The Department of Justice put out a memorandum opinion in which it concluded the Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act doesn’t prohibit employers from imposing vaccination mandates. When pre-vaccination medical screening questions asked by unaffiliated healthcare providers include questions about genetic information. Background.

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Homebase

MAY 19, 2023

HR responsibilities often include: Employee termination and offboarding Employment law compliance Employee engagement and retention Hiring and onboarding Training and development Employee payroll , compensation, and benefits Of course, HR is vital when it comes to managing large teams. But unfortunately, it still happens.

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HR Morning

JANUARY 12, 2018

Under the EEOC regs, employers can offer incentives of up to 30% of the total cost of coverage for self-only coverage for participation in company-sponsored wellness programs that include components like health-risk assessments (HRAs) and biometric screenings. Double the cost for most. ” Remember: Until Jan.

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Peopletrail

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

million as of 2021. Here is a breakdown of five (of the many) recently enacted (or amended) California employment laws. 5 New California Laws Every Employer Should Be Aware Of 1. Here is a breakdown of five (of the many) recently enacted (or amended) California employment laws.

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Sterling Check

JANUARY 5, 2021

Generally speaking, employers remain able to drug test applicants and employees as long as the employer clearly informs those applicants and employees of company policy, including pre employment screening, random drug testing , and any other post-hire testing. A : At the time of publication, less than 5%.

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Homebase

OCTOBER 8, 2019

It’s important to stay up to date on all of the employment laws in your state so that you can maintain compliance in your business. However, remember that our summary is not qualified legal advice, laws are always subject to change, and they can vary from municipality to municipality. . July 1, 2021 – $14.00.

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Cisive

FEBRUARY 22, 2021

Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) designated exclusion of a criminal record box as a best practice for equitable hiring. Title VII applies to all employers that have 15 or more employees, including private sector employers, the federal government and federal contractors. Ban the Box 2021 Updates.

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Precheck

FEBRUARY 23, 2021

Currently Stands on Ban the Box Laws Feb. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) designated exclusion of a criminal record box as a best practice for equitable hiring. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) designated exclusion of a criminal record box as a best practice for equitable hiring. Where the U.S.

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Zenefits

MAY 16, 2019

A wave of changes to employment laws will impact businesses in New Mexico. The changes include limiting what employers can ask about an applicant’s criminal history, leave requirements for caregivers and new wage protections for domestic workers. The law is effective June 14, 2019. in January 2021, to $11.50

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Zenefits

AUGUST 22, 2022

Most recruiting-based lawsuits deal with discrimination cases, with the average defense expense through settlement costing $160,000. The good news is that staying compliant with federal and state laws doesn’t have to be a hassle. These laws can affect the hiring process, and it’s essential that you are aware of them.

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Thrive Global

JUNE 24, 2022

Businesses wishing to reverse the 2021 trend of the greatest number of resignations recorded, need to see 2022 as the year to lead with purpose. Even though this makes perfect sense, when it comes to HR policy and discrimination, it becomes a very delicate situation, and one that most managers have zero experience or training for.

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HR Daily Advisor

AUGUST 30, 2017

Staying up to date and ensuring compliance with these ever-changing state, local, and federal laws is an ongoing and serious responsibility for employers and HR professionals. This article discusses some of the more significant employment law changes over the past several months, many with an effective date of July 1, 2017.

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Sterling Check

JANUARY 20, 2023

Some of the new laws of note in 2022 included: The big one getting a lot of attention is California Assembly Bill No. 2188 , the discrimination and employment use of cannabis law. The complication and the issue with this statute is the call-out that you cannot discriminate unless you can isolate THC.

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Zenefits

FEBRUARY 3, 2020

The proposed law would require users of AI and similar platforms to audit them for their impact on accuracy, fairness, bias, discrimination, privacy, and security and correct any issues. AI concerns in the employment context. Lazzarotti and Maya Atrakchi, attorneys for employment law firm Jackson Lewis.

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Business Management Daily

JANUARY 27, 2021

Failure to follow the ETS will create several forms of employer liability. The Employer may not reveal this confidential information. Further, it may not discriminate against the employee based on her family history of diabetes. Employers must maintain a confidential folder for all medical information obtained.

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Zenefits

DECEMBER 30, 2021

Private employers with federal contracts are now prohibited from requesting criminal history information from job applicants at the initial application stage. Employee background screening is a common part of the hiring process. Local, state and federal law on the use of arrest and conviction history is changing.

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