Brett Horvath was employed as a driver/pump operator by the City of Leander Fire Department (Leander is a city north of Austin, Texas). In 2016, the Fire Department began requiring TDAP vaccinations (TDAP is a combination vaccine that protects against three bacterial diseases: tetanus, diphtheria, and pertussis (whooping cough)). Horvath, an ordained Baptist minister, objected […]
Attorney Blog, Human Resources
Offensive Remarks By Employer Not Held as Racism During Discrimination Suit
Stray remarks, while “offensive,” did not show that Texas Children’s Hospital fired an employee based on race, the 5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals has ruled (Eaglin v. Texas Children’s Hospital, No. 19-20222 (5th Cir. Feb. 4, 2020)) [http://www.ca5.uscourts.gov/opinions/unpub/19/19-20222.0.pdf]. Plaintiffs Annette Williams and Victoria Eaglin—who are both black—worked for Texas Children’s Hospital (“TCH”) as Patient Access […]
Hey Compliance Warriors! There are some interesting designations here in regards to what “genetic information” really is, what it means and why it’s important for us to understand. Because of the many ways genetic testing is performed, we need to be aware of what employers are allowed to access. Read on…
Human Resources, Payroll, payroll law, Pennsylvania
New Requirement For Pittsburgh Employers To Provide Sick Leave
Hey Compliance Warriors! A new law passed for Pittsburgh employers will require them, or any employer with an operation out of the city of Pittsburgh to provide sick leave for their employees. Read on… Article Via: https://www.lawandtheworkplace.com/ “Following a prolonged legal challenge brought by a group of Pittsburgh businesses, Pittsburgh’s paid sick leave ordinance will […]
Hey Compliance Warriors! We have had a super busy beginning to our 2020 employment law year. Of particular interest is a new attempt to legalize comp time in the private sector. Read On…
Hey Compliance Warriors! Are insurance claims reviewers exempt or not? An interesting question with a surprising answer. Read On…
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The Do’s and Don’ts Of Having Voluntary Workers At Your Company
Hey Compliance Warriors! Having volunteer workers – or interns – can be a great benefit to both parties. But when does it go too far? Employers need to watch out for some missteps that they can take – sometimes without even realizing it – so they don’t violate any employment laws. Read On… Article Via: […]
Hey Compliance Warriors! We all want to have an advantage when it comes to making our business the best it can be. But if it only LOOKS like it’s the best on paper, then what does it cost us in the long run? Sometimes, like in this article, it can even cost us in the […]
Hey Compliance Warriors! This article is a friendly reminder to document all your employee’s hours worked, as well as making sure they get paid on time! And if you have any minors working for the business, make sure you’ve brushed up on all of your states labor laws regarding how many hours they’re allowed to […]
Hey Compliance Warriors! The new I-9 is here!