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New HIPAA Compliance Alert: Reproductive Privacy Rule Vacated Nationwide
TL;DR HIPAA Reproductive Health Rule Struck Down: What It Means for Employers In a major development affecting healthcare compliance and employee privacy, a federal judge in Texas has vacated the Biden administration’s 2024 HIPAA Privacy Rule update that aimed to
California Court Confirms Validity of Meal Period Waivers: What Employers Should Know
TLDR: Miss one meal break, pay one hour of penalties. Do it repeatedly? You could face six figures in a PAGA claim. In California, employees can file lawsuits under the Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA) for meal break violations—even if
Big Change: BOI Reporting No Longer Required for U.S. Companies Under the CTA
FinCEN’s March 2025 Rule Lifts Reporting Burden for Domestic Companies On March 21, 2025, the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) announced a major change to the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) reporting rules. U.S. companies and U.S. persons who are beneficial
The Risks of AI in Workplace Safety: What Every Business Needs to Watch For
Artificial intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing workplace safety—offering real-time hazard detection, predictive analytics, and automated compliance. AI-powered systems can reduce workplace injuries, improve compliance, and enhance efficiency. However, AI also introduces legal, ethical, and operational risks that businesses must address. Here’s
An Update to the Corporate Transparency Act: Beneficial Ownership Information Reporting Requirements
An Update to the Corporate Transparency Act: Beneficial Ownership Information Reporting Requirements Update (March 5, 2025): Since the original publication of this article, the U.S. Treasury and FinCEN have announced a suspension of penalties and enforcement for BOI reporting requirements
States Rising Against Anti-DEI Executive Orders: What This Means for Employers
Since returning to office, President Trump has taken executive actions to remove DEI initiatives and programs from the workplace. However, sixteen state attorney generals have issued a letter stating that DEI should remain legal. Their message is that well-structured DEI
Pay Transparency Compliance: 5 Key Tips for Employers
With federal workplace regulations easing, state and local pay transparency laws are tightening. Many states now require salary disclosures in job postings, and employers must adjust by the end of the year to avoid penalties. Here’s what you should know
What Healthcare Employers Need to Know About New OSHA Regulations on Infectious Disease
Federal workplace safety officials have finally started finalizing plans to eliminate the Biden administration’s old COVID-19 regulation. OSHA plans a broader infectious disease standard, and with the Trump administration signaling a less regulatory focus than the previous regime, this will
Employers to Face Increased OSHA Penalties in 2025: How to Strengthen Your Workplace Safety Strategy
Insights by VertiSource HR The U.S. Department of Labor has announced higher penalties for workplace safety violations in 2025, reflecting annual adjustments to OSHA’s maximum civil penalties. These increases, effective January 16, apply to all workplace safety citations, including those
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