Following the recent return-to-office mandates seen across the nation, the United States Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (“EEOC”) sheds light on possible legal ramifications. In a December 18, 2024 press release, the EEOC announced its $64,500 settlement with Bell Road Tire and Auto LLC (“Employer”) following an employee’s disability discrimination lawsuit. In her … [Read more...] about EEOC Weighs in on Return-to-Office Mandates
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Where Do Non-Competes Stand Under the Trump Administration?
Following several months of litigation regarding the Federal Trade Commission’s 2024 Non-Compete Rule, which was ultimately halted by a federal Texas court, the National Labor Relations Board (“NLRB”)’s General Counsel, Jennifer Abruzzo, issued Memorandum GC-2501, addressing her position on non-compete provisions and other restrictive covenants in employment agreements. It remains unknown … [Read more...] about Where Do Non-Competes Stand Under the Trump Administration?
ICE Visits in the Workplace: What Employers Need to Know
Over the last few weeks, federal immigration enforcement has increased across the nation. From an Employment Law perspective, this raises several key considerations for employers. In her latest Employment News article, KingSpry’s Employment Law Chair, Avery E. Smith, Esq. offers recommendations to employers as it pertains to remaining compliant and prepared should Immigration and Customs … [Read more...] about ICE Visits in the Workplace: What Employers Need to Know
NLRB Releases Guidance to Assist Academic Institutions To Balance Disclosure and Confidentiality Obligations For Student Workers
The National Labor Relations Board (“NLRB”)’s General Counsel, Jennifer A. Abruzzo, issued Memorandum GC 24-06 (“Memo”) on August 6, 2024. The Memo seeks to clarify academic institutions’ disclosure obligations under the National Labor Relations Act (“NLRA”) while protecting student information in accordance with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (“FERPA”). In this Collegiate … [Read more...] about NLRB Releases Guidance to Assist Academic Institutions To Balance Disclosure and Confidentiality Obligations For Student Workers
Federal Trade Commission Weighs in on Fake Consumer Reviews and Testimonials
On August 14, 2024, the Federal Trade Commission (“FTC”) released its Final Rule, which intends to regulate the selling and/or purchasing of “fake” consumer reviews and testimonials. The FTC contends that the Rule will combat fake reviews and testimonials by prohibiting their sale or purchase. The Rule also allows the FTC to take action and seek civil penalties against … [Read more...] about Federal Trade Commission Weighs in on Fake Consumer Reviews and Testimonials
An Off-Duty Employee’s Social Media Use May Constitute Workplace Harassment
The United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit recently reviewed a case in which an off-duty employee’s social media use may constitute workplace harassment under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. While this decision only impacts the Ninth Circuit, its adherence to the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission’s Enforcement Guidance on Harassment in the Workplace regarding … [Read more...] about An Off-Duty Employee’s Social Media Use May Constitute Workplace Harassment
