The Elephant in the Room: Employees May be Gone During Coronavirus but Harassment and Discrimination Remain
By March 23, 2020, the COVID-19 pandemic had ground the economy nearly to a halt, people were (and still are) terrified.
Families First Coronavirus Response Act Creates Significant Requirements for Small Employers
Syntrio has released its free Virus Prevention video, specifically highlighting how to keep employees safe from COVID-19.
U.S. Department of Labor Issues New Tools to Help Employers Comply with Wage & Hour Laws
Pandemics are not normal. Working, as part of a purposeful life, is normal. Calm, organization, and self-discipline help to tether us in unexpected times. Follow these tips to succeed while working remotely.
Harvey Weinstein, De-Facto Founder of #MeToo Movement, Sentenced to 23 Years in Prison
On March 11, 2020, the judge in the Harvey Weinstein case sentenced the defendant to 23 years in prison after his conviction for the sex crimes that, in part, sparked the #MeToo movement and encouraged women to speak out about sexual harassment and other forms of sexual abuse.
New Jersey Proposes Legislation that Could Require Mandatory Harassment Training
New Jersey’s governor suggested an overhaul of the state’s anti-discrimination law. As part of the overhaul, New Jersey would require biannual harassment training.
Illinois Issues Guidance on Its Sexual Harassment Prevention Training Requirements
As of January 1, 2020, all Illinois employers are required to provide sexual harassment training to nearly every person working in the state. When the Illinois Human Rights Act (“IHRA”) was amended in 2019 to create this requirement, the language in the statute left some questions unanswered.
It’s Here! The California Consumer Privacy Act
The California Consumer Privacy Act establishes significant requirements regarding handling of personal information related to consumers.
