COVID-19 long-haulers—those experiencing long-term effects of COVID-19—who seek disability-related exemptions from mandatory vaccination policies are straining employers’ accommodation processes. Source: New feed 2

The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) announced Sept. 20 that its rescission of the prior administration’s joint employer rule would take effect Oct. 5 rather than […]

The California Legislature had until Sept. 10 to consider bills—and state lawmakers sent several employment-related proposals to the governor’s desk. Here are some key bills that […]

As many employers struggle to achieve racial equity in their workforces, a new approach has emerged that can help create a more equitable and inclusive culture. […]

Federal agencies are seeking public comments on proposed revisions to the Form 5500 filed annually by employee benefit plans, to comply with statutory changes for… Source: […]

The third version of Virginia’s emergency COVID-19 regulation took effect Sept. 8 and includes some notable changes. Source: New feed 2

Gov. Phil Murphy signed four bills into law that make it easier for the state to identify and penalized employers who misclassify employees as independent contractors. […]

Coming on the heels of Kentucky’s record-high number of COVID-19 infections, dozens of employees of St. Elizabeth Healthcare filed a lawsuit against the hospital in response […]

The Chinese government has warned employers to stop expecting employees to work extremely long hours. Source: New feed 2