Written by By Lindner & Marsack, S.C.
As the first half of the year draws to a close, we take this opportunity to provide a summary of recent developments. If you have any questions about these or other developments, please don’t hesitate to contact a member of the Lindner & Marsack employment law team.
REMINDER: EXPANDED PROTECTIONS FOR PREGNANT AND NURSING EMPLOYEES
On June 27, 2023, the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (“PWFA”) will go into effect. Read more
BOOTING UP COMPUTER NOT COMPENSABLE UNDER THE FLSA
At least one federal court has concluded that booting up and shutting down a computer is not compensable. Read more
NLRB SAYS THAT NON-COMPETE AGREEMENTS SHOULD BE DEEMED UNLAWFUL
Continuing a very aggressive employee- and union-friendly agenda, the NLRB General Counsel issued a memo setting forth her view on non-compete agreements. Read more
OFCCP HAS UPDATED MANDATORY DISABILITY SELF-IDENTIFICATION FORM
Federal government contractors and subcontractors are required to invite applicants (pre and post offer) and employees (including every five years) to self-identify as an individual with a disability. Read more
DOL ISSUES OPINION LETTER RELATING TO HOLIDAYS FOR EMPLOYEES ON FMLA
The Department of Labor (DOL) has recently issued an opinion letter providing clarification on how to calculate an employee’s leave entitlement under the FMLA when leave is taken during a week that includes a holiday. Read more
COVID-RELATED I-9 FLEXIBILITIES SLATED TO END ON JULY 31,...
Photographer: Rebecca Noble/Bloomberg A consultant turned whistleblower can move forward with his False Claims Act suit alleging that The Sporn Company Inc. and others defrauded the US government...