The Secure Act 2.0 contains several amendments that help improve the retirement system and the financial preparedness of Americans for retirement. The law continues earlier legislation that increased the age at which retirees are required to take Required Minimum Distributions (RMDs) and allowed workplace savings plans to offer annuities. This culminated years of discussion aimed […]
Recently, new Title IX regulations were released that make significant changes to how institutions respond to sexual harassment and discrimination. These new regulations also mean that the 2020 changes that required live hearings and cross-examination are void. With the August 1, 2024 compliance date approaching, it is imperative that all institutions review and update their […]
The federal government made a groundbreaking move by finalizing an official rule to ban all non-competition agreements between employers and employees. With this rule, you will be prohibited from entering most new non-compete agreements and enforcing any existing ones, except for a small group of senior executives. Additionally, the law will require you to inform […]
With the new salary threshold from the US Department of Labor, millions of workers will soon be eligible for overtime pay. Starting July 1, 2024, the salary threshold will rise from $35K to $44K, and effective January 1, 2025 to $59K. Thus, nearly 4 million workers will need to earn at least this much to […]
According to a new SCOTUS decision, an employer’s decision to transfer an employee to a lateral job without affecting their pay may violate federal civil rights laws. Here’s what you need to know. Overview of Case In the recent Muldrow case, a female police sergeant claimed there was sex discrimination when she was transferred to […]
Finalized rules released by the EEOC will require employers to accommodate those who need time away from work or other modifications in their workplace for an abortion procedure or recovery. While the ruling will be controversial, here are some of the most important things employers should know about the final regulations for the Pregnant Worker […]
California is examining legislation that would allow nearly all employees to disconnect from their employer during non-working hours. If passed, the bill would be the first in the United States. Here is what employers need to know. Requirement of New Proposed Bill, AB 2751 Employers of all sizes would have to adopt a workplace policy […]
The federal government publishes a list of dates each month to inform immigrant applicants about when to expect notification from officials to collect and submit required documentation. Overview of What’s Happening These dates in May’s Visa Bulletin determine eligibility to adjust status to lawful permanent residence with U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). USCIS announced […]
OSHA, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, is finalizing a new rule that allows workers to choose a union rep to accompany OSHA inspectors during a facility tour. This rep doesn’t have to be an employee, and your facility doesn’t need to be a union shop. The White House budget office finished its review just […]
The Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) announced that the third cycle of their certification portal will open in April, and service contractors have until July 1 to submit their required certification. Federal contractors and subcontractors must ensure their affirmative action plans comply at the federal level. The Requirements For some background, the first […]
