Posts Tagged ‘Employment law’
Should My Company Have an Employee Handbook – What are the Benefits?
Submitted by Connell Foley. There is no law requiring a company to provide an employee handbook to its workforce. However, there are numerous benefits to doing so.
Read MoreNavigating the Conscientious Employee Protection Act
Submitted by Connell Foley. Employers can reduce the risk of CEPA violations by implementing clear anti-retaliation policies, providing training to supervisors and human resources personnel, and fostering a culture of transparency and compliance.
Read MoreArbitration Clauses in the Employment Context
Submitted by Connell Foley. Employers that have implemented arbitration clauses in employment-related documents are encouraged to consult with legal counsel to ensure compliance with EFAA.
Read MoreNew Jersey Pay Transparency Act
Submitted by Connell Foley. The Pay Transparency Act (the “Act”) requires New Jersey employers to include wage and benefit information in all promotional opportunities and employment listings beginning on June 1, 2025.
Read MoreFTC Non-Compete Ban Is “Set Aside”
Submitted by Connell Foley. It is likely that a federal district court judge’s order to “set aside” the Federal Trade Commission’s (FTC’s) proposed ban on most non-compete agreements will have nationwide effect.
Read MoreExpect Enforcement of the FTC’s Non-Compete Ban Despite Recent Court Challenges
Submitted by Connell Foley. Although the FTC non-compete ban will be in effect on September 4, 2024, we expect there will be significant movement on this topic over the next few weeks.
Read MoreWhen Do Real Estate Industry Workers Qualify as “Independent Contractors”?
Submitted by Connell Foley LLP. To avoid the classification of a worker as an “employee,” employers generally must prove that the individual is free from control or direction over performance of the work, among other criteria.
Read More3 Big Employment Law Changes
Submitted by Connell Foley. Some of these employment law changes will impact employers sooner than others, so it is important for all employers to review their policies and employment contracts and consult with employment counsel.
Read MoreUSDOL’s Final Rule on Independent Contractor Classification
Submitted by Connell Foley LLP. The United States Department of Labor (USDOL) released its final rule amending the existing criteria used to differentiate between independent contractors and employees
Read More2024 Employer To-Do Checklist
Connell Foley is pleased to offer here our annual “Employer To-Do Checklist” to help businesses get a jump start on 2024.
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