United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has issued a new Form I-9 with a revision date of August 7, 2009 and an expiration date...
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Formal Communication
Don't be lulled into thinking that because people use contractions, abbreviations, and are more personal in e-mail, that it is a “casual...
Fourth Circuit Court Bans Gender Discrimination in School Restrooms
In the wake of North Carolina’s recent controversial restroom law, the United States Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit has ruled this week...
FTC Proposal to Ban Non-Competes
Just days into the new year, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) announced a groundbreaking new proposed rule, which if adopted, would ban almost all...
Gender-Neutral Bathrooms in the Workplace
This month has been full of major breakthroughs for the LGBT community. Caitlyn Jenner became a hero to many when she decided to inform the public...
Gig Economy in California Retains Status Quo
In the elections held last Tuesday, an important item was on the ballot in California – whether or not to classify ridesharing drivers, like those...
Governor Paterson Signs New York Domestic Workers’ Bill of Rights
On August 31, 2010, Governor Paterson signed into law the New York Domestic Workers' Bill of Rights. The purpose of the law is to “ensure that the...
Governor Paterson Signs the New York Wage Theft Prevention Act
On December 13, Governor Paterson signed the Wage Theft Prevention Act (WTPA), which takes effect April 12, 2011. It is important that employers...
Greater Restrictions Placed on Employer’s Use of Background Screening
New York State Executive Law (the “Human Rights Law”) Section 296(16) has been amended to prohibit employers from inquiring into or making adverse...
Guidance Issued on NY Recreational Cannabis Law
On October 8th, the New York Department of Labor (“DOL”) issued guidance addressing how employers should handle drug testing in order to comply with...
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