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Latest DEI Executive Order raises compliance issues for federal contractors

by Tammy Binford

President Donald Trump’s latest order targeting diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) practices by employers brings up issues about how employers with federal contracts can ensure compliance.

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Walking the fine line between worker safety, bias claims

Public health experts are laying out a medically wise blueprint for repopulating the workplace. Among the recommendations is delaying the return of “vulnerable populations,” which include all older workers and anyone...

May 24, 2020 · Employment Law Letter · California

MI governor issues stay-at-home order and prohibits operation of nonessential businesses

On March 23, 2020, Governor Gretchen Whitmer issued Executive Order (EO) 2020-21 titled “Stay Safe, Stay Home,” ordering Michigan residents to temporarily “suspend activities that are not necessary to sustain or protect...

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Advice on 'furloughs' and health insurance during COVID-19

Q We are concerned we may need to furlough several employees in the upcoming weeks. What considerations should we be aware of when furloughing employees? A In the collective bargaining context, a “furlough” generally...

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Federal guidelines set for reopening America

The COVID-19 crisis shut down most of the country’s businesses and recreational venues. As the pandemic starts to ease, politicians have begun pushing to reopen the country. Accordingly, President Donald Trump has...

Apr 30, 2020 · Federal Employment Law Insider

Climate for change? Federal agency action heats up

Does anyone care when regulations get issued? Does anyone wonder why, in the midst of a pandemic, with thinned staffs and remote workers, the U.S. Department of the Interior (DOI) and the Environmental Protection Agency...

Apr 30, 2020 · Federal Employment Law Insider

U.S. Supreme Court agrees to hear cases by teleconference

Facing a docket filled with some of the most controversial and important cases to be decided in years, U.S. Supreme Court justices—in virtual hibernation because of the coronavirus pandemic—have elected to hear 10...

Apr 30, 2020 · Federal Employment Law Insider

Government agencies respond to COVID-19 crisis

Federal agencies continue to tackle the unique challenges the COVID-19 pandemic is causing for employers. Working remotely, agency leaders have had to change the way they carry out their missions. Often finding...

Apr 30, 2020 · Federal Employment Law Insider

You don't have to provide leave of absence if employee, family aren't ill

Q One of our building inspectors has requested a leave of absence because of COVID-19. He is living with his parents, who are both over 60, and is worried about exposing them to the virus because he can come into contact...

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When planning your COVID-19 response, don't forget to document

When you're dealing with a crisis including supply chain issues, closures, and layoffs, it's easy to forget what documentation will be needed to help your business recover once the emergency is over. Federal legislation...

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