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Posted April 12, 2020 with Tags EEOC, COVID-19, COVID-19 for Employers, Discrimination

EEOC Issues Updated ADA Guidance Amidst COVID-19 Pandemic

On April 9, 2020, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) issued new guidance to help employers manage workplace issues related to the COVID-19 pandemic without running afoul of federal non-discrimination laws. The EEOC’s updated guidance focuses primarily on employers’ obligations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). We discuss the highlights.

Posted June 26, 2013 with Tags EEOC, employer liability, hiring, law, liability, department of labor, legal, Business Law

Breaking News: What the Supreme Court’s Ruling on the Definition of Marriage Means for Employers

In 2012 and 2013, a handful of states joined the ranks of those who recognize same-sex marriage, making it more likely that national employers are impacted by the varying marriage laws, whether they realize it or not. And with Section …

Posted June 24, 2013 with Tags liability, department of labor, legal, Business Law, HR, background checks, staffing, criminal background checks, EEOC, employer liability, hiring, law

Background Check? Not so Fast. “Ban the Box” Efforts Expanding Nationally

On May 13, 2013, Minnesota became the latest state to put new measures into place restricting employers’ abilities to inquire about criminal histories on job applications. Many cities and counties nationwide have also taken this step, with others considering similar …

Posted June 24, 2013 with Tags Business Law, HR, EEOC, employer liability, hiring, law, legal

EEOC Making Aggressive Moves to Investigate Pay Equity

A heads-up to employers: The U.S. Equal Opportunity Employment Commission (EEOC) may soon be knocking on your door demanding to audit your pay practices. As part of a program being piloted by three of its regional offices, the EEOC is …

Posted May 14, 2013 with Tags law, department of labor, legal, Business Law, background checks, criminal background checks, EEOC, employer liability, hiring

Minnesota Governor Mark Dayton Signs Bill Restricting Use of Criminal Background Checks in Hiring Process

On May 13, 2013, Minnesota Governor Mark Dayton signed a bill into law limiting the reliance on criminal history for employment purposes. The new law goes into effect on January 1, 2014. The basic prohibitions state that employers cannot inquire …

Posted April 22, 2013 with Tags hiring, law, department of labor, legal, background checks, criminal background checks, EEOC, employer liability

Minnesota Senate Passes Bill Restricting Use of Criminal Background Checks in Hiring Process

On April 20, the Minnesota Senate approved legislation restricting the ability of employers to inquire into the criminal histories of prospective employees. Pending a vote from the House and approval of Governor Dayton, the legislation takes effect January 1, 2014. …