Employers in Puerto Rico Precluded from Using Credit Reports or Credit History for Employment Actions -
New Legislation Enacted -
On October 8, 2019, the Governor of Puerto Rico signed into law Act No. 150 of October 8,...more
On October 8, 2019, the Governor of Puerto Rico signed into law Act No. 150 of October 8, 2019 (“Act 150” or “the Act”), which prohibits employers from, among other actions, verifying or investigating credit history or credit...more
An Employee’s Felony Indictment Constitutes Just Cause for Termination -
Precedential Decision by Judiciary or Regulatory Agency -
On April 25, 2019, the Puerto Rico Supreme Court held that a felony indictment...more
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