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Workplace fraternization policies: Four "whos" and a "why"

An intimate look. No-fraternization policies generally prohibit employees with certain family or personal relationships from being in a direct or indirect reporting relationship. Let’s say Mel is VP of Sales. His...more

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Workplace Romance: Beyond the Headlines

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With the internet ablaze over the recent apparent outing of a workplace romance among executives during a Coldplay concert, employers may be reviewing the legal implications of workplace relationships and considering options...more

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A Lay-Up in Limiting Liability: How Employers Can Minimize Exposure by Keeping Workplace Policies Updated

Whether your organization has five or 5,000 employees, having a well drafted and frequently updated employee handbook is a critical resource to minimize potential liability in the workplace. For current employees and...more

Katten Muchin Rosenman LLP

Upcoming Reporting and Training Deadlines for Illinois Employers

KEY POINTS - - Illinois Department of Human Rights (IDHR) has not issued a COVID-19-related moratorium or extension on the requirements that all Illinois employers, regardless of size: (1) provide annual sexual harassment...more

Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP

The New York Supreme Court Enforces New York’s State Law Prohibiting Mandatory Arbitration of Employment Discrimination Claims and...

- On July 13, 2020, the New York Supreme Court in Andowah Newton v. LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton Inc., Sup. Ct., N.Y. County, July 13, 2020, J. Nock, Index No. 154178/2019, slip op at p. 16, allowed the plaintiff employee...more

Sheppard Mullin Richter & Hampton LLP

The Time Is Now for Employers in Illinois to Abide by New Laws

The New Year brings new laws for Illinois employers. Some laws go into effect this Summer, while others are effective as of this month. For employers who have not yet revised handbooks, policies and agreements, the time is...more

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Sexual and Other Harassment Education, Awareness and Prevention Training

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Maine Bar Survey -- 1581 Total Responses - In the last 5 years . . . • Over 8% (128) experienced sexual harassment • 23% (363) experienced discrimination, bullying, or other harassment • 10% (160) reported...more

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Yo Momma Smack Down - Where are we on that whole civility thing?

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There are days when the workplace can feel a lot like a third-grade playground with kids running back and forth, bruised feelings, tearful meltdowns, and a real and apparent need for a nap and a snack. We also continually...more

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New York Employers: Prepare for Changes to Harassment, Discrimination and Equal Rights Laws

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New York Governor Andrew M. Cuomo on August 12 signed into law new legislation expanding employee protections against discrimination and harassment. Among the key provisions are a lower standard for proving harassment,...more

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Oregon’s Workplace Fairness Act Means Major Changes for Oregon Employers

Oregon’s Legislature just enacted the most significant legislation for Oregon employers in years. The new Workplace Fairness Act has been hailed as a #MeToo law and seems intended to curb incidents of sexual harassment in the...more

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The BakerHostetler Quarterly New York Employment Newsletter – Fourth Quarter

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Welcome to the Winter edition of The BakerHostetler Quarterly New York Employment Law Newsletter. We are pleased to share our analysis of some key employment trends, in-depth discussions regarding recent developments and what...more

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It Is Not Too Late to Consider Updating Your Employee Handbook for 2019

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Employee handbooks are an often neglected and underappreciated company document. Preparing, maintaining, and updating a handbook that reflects the policies of your company and your operations takes time and expertise. A...more

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New York State Issues Final Guidance on Sexual Harassment Prevention Laws

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• Following up on legislation passed earlier this year in the wake of the #MeToo movement, the New York State Department of Labor has issued final sexual harassment prevention models for employers, who must put in place...more

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The Sixth Circuit Shows That Balancing ADA Obligations With Enforcement Of Workplace Rules Is Far From An Exercise In Futility

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Seyfarth Synopsis: Employers face a tough challenge in trying to balance their obligations under the ADA with efforts to enforce workplace rules. A recent decision out of the United States Court of Appeals for the Sixth...more

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II-34- Ten Things You Missed From Summer 2018

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We're back! This brand new episode addresses the 10 developments you may have missed from this past summer of 2018, including employees secretly recording the workplace, new non-compete legislation, the unstoppable #MeToo...more

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New York State Department of Labor Releases Draft Sexual Harassment Prevention Materials

The New York State Department of Labor (DOL), in consultation with the New York State Division of Human Rights (DHR), has released drafts of its model sexual harassment prevention policy, complaint form, and harassment...more

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New York City Commission on Human Rights Issues Mandatory Anti-Sexual Harassment Poster

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As part of the new anti-sexual harassment laws passed in response to the #MeToo movement this past spring, New York City now requires employers to post a notice of employees’ rights and remedies if they have been subjected to...more

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Web Exclusive December 2017: The Top 14 Labor And Employment Law Stories

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It’s hard to keep up with all the recent changes to labor and employment law. While the law always seems to evolve at a rapid pace, there were an unprecedented number of changes each month in 2017. December was no different,...more

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New Year, New Employee Handbook: Rethinking Your Policies in the Wake of 2017

2017 has been quite a year, with ever-changing regulations, trends, and employee expectations at the local, state, and federal levels. In this environment of constant flux, an outdated employee handbook can leave an employer...more

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The NLRB Announces a Major Reversal on Employee Policies and Handbooks

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We have reported in blog articles and seminars in recent years on decisions by the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) that invalidated employee policies and handbook provisions which sought, among other things, to promote...more

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SuperVision - Labor & Employment Law Insights - December 2017

The Editors' Note - Welcome to the fourth quarter edition of SuperVision, the quarterly e-newsletter published by Spilman's Labor & Employment Group. With the recent headlines dominated by stories of individuals coming...more

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Will The “Spirits” Of The Holiday Haunt You? (Not Just Your Obligatory “Holiday Party” Blog Post)

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Seyfarth Synopsis: Over the next few weeks, we’re going to weigh in on the growing national debate around the recent wave of sexual harassment allegations. To date, no one seems immune from the allegations: celebrities,...more

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