Hey Compliance Warriors! There are still a number of employers voicing their concern about the CARES act and how it will affect their businesses. Below is an explanation of the expansion of the CARES act. Read on… Article Via: littler.com “On April 2, 2020, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) issued new guidance on unemployment insurance […]
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Hey Compliance Warriors! A very good point was brought out in this article about H-1B & E-3 compliance. With the financial strain many companies are facing, added fees and fines that can be avoided should be avoided. Read on… Article Via: gtlaw-insidebusinessimmigration.com “In almost every state, companies have instituted temporary work from home policies—or have been […]
Hey Compliance Warriors! This article is a great read and really highlights some of the issues that need to be addressed when it comes to employees and economic hardship. Obviously nobody ever wants another large-scale shutdown to happen like it is currently, but if it does, what will we learn from it happening right now […]
Hey Compliance Warriors! As employers, we tend to feel like we have to know EVERYTHING going on with our employees. But frankly, there are questions we can and can’t ask, and an employer can get into some BIG trouble for saying the wrong thing. Well the EEOC has made an official video about the do’s […]
Hey Compliance Warriors! At this point, we’re all too familiar with the ramifications of COVID-19 on our world. As of a few days ago, the Citizenship and Immigration Services in the US have suspended activities in their offices, putting one more brick in the proverbial wall every country seems to be building around itself in […]
Hey Compliance Warriors! Since the COVID-19 has everyone worldwide in crunch overtime problem-solving mode, a new regulation was given to us by the DHS regarding I-9 compliance. These measures are temporary but will no doubt help cut businesses some slack in a time when we could use a little. Read on… Article Via: ice.gov “Due […]
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How Hackers Are Taking Advantage Of The COVID-19 Epidemic
Hey Compliance Warriors! I wanted to share today an article involving the security of your business! There seems to be a large uptick in cybersecurity issues, as the passing of information over the internet goes up with everyone being at home. This article provides some great tips to avoid these potential threats and keep yourself […]
Hey Compliance Warriors! This is a wild ride of a retaliation suit. Spanning several years and multiple incidents, this is a good lesson in the do’s and don’ts of having unpaid interns on staff. Read on… Article Via: employmentlawinsights.com “A February 2020 jury verdict against county music star Martina McBride’s production company highlights – albeit […]
Hey Compliance Warriors! Are you OSHA compliant? Today, we’re going to find out! Here’s an article on one aspect of being safe from OSHA fines. Read on… Article Via: fisherphillips.com “The Occupational Safety and Health Act (“OSH Act”) requires covered employers to meet several reporting requirements to prove compliance. At this time of the year, […]
Hey Compliance Warriors! Welcome to the last part of the series. We’ll go over some additional challenges to think about daily when you’re working from home and what they could mean for you. Read on… Part Ten: Additional Challenges Many factors such as communication and organization can cause problems on a team of teleworkers, but […]