ComplianceHR Updates

Update: This webinar can viewed here.

There are currency a handful of jurisdictions that have implemented predictable scheduling laws, which generally require covered employers to provide notice of work schedules in advance, provide a certain number of hours of rest between shifts, allow employee input into schedules, among other things. If you have employees in any of the jurisdictions listed below, we invite you to view our webinar “Predictably Unpredictable – Navigating Fair Workweek Laws Across the United States” from July 11, 2024.

It’s definitely not January, but the number of labor and employment law updates taking effect kind of makes it feel that way. This summer, especially July, is shaping up to be busy.

Update: You can now view the webinar "Labor Law for Employers: What Every Business Needs to Know" here.

If you have questions about recent labor law developments, be sure to check out our webinar “Labor Law for Employers: What Every Business Needs to Know” recorded on Wednesday, June 26. During this webinar, Littler provides insight on:

Navigator OT has been updated, and any evaluations submitted will now use the new salary level needed to qualify for the FLSA's administrative, executive, and...

On July 1, 2024, the final overtime rule goes into effect, and the salary level needed to qualify for the FLSA’s executive, administrative, and professional exemption will increase to $844 per week ($43,888 annualized). To make sure you have some time to prepare, we have decided to update the salary rate in Navigator OT on June 17, 2024. Evaluations submitted after 9 pm EST that day will use the new salary level.

On June 1, 2024, a new expansive anti-discrimination ordinance goes into effect in Lehigh County, Pennsylvania. This ordinance establishes protected characteristics and includes prohibitions relating to salary history and criminal record history. You can learn more about the new ordinance here.

Update: The webinar can be viewed here.

As we discussed last month, the final overtime regulations have been published and go into effect on July 1, 2024. If you would like to learn more, we invite you to attend our upcoming webinar “What Employers Need to Know: The DOL’s Final Overtime Rule.”

Just recently, Littler published the results of their 12th Annual Employer Survey. This report provides the findings of the survey that was completed by more than 400 in-house lawyers, business executives, and human resources professionals and offers their thoughts and Littler insight on current trends in employment law.

We are excited to announce that we have been making updates to the Posters Report on the Reference Center so that it will be easier for you to use! On Monday, May 13, 2024, the Posters Report will have a new look that re-organizes the content currently found on the report. This update will allow you to use the Comparison View and the content smart links with more pinpointed ease. You will be able to expand, view, compare, and save links to Posters content that answers the following questions:

Recently, the EEOC published final regulations that clarify and expand upon an employer's obligation to provide reasonable accommodations under the PWFA. You can learn more about the final regulations that take effect on June 18, 2024, in Littler’s Insight “EEOC Releases Expansive Final Regulations to Implement the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act.” You can also check out our webinar “Are You Ready for the June 18th PWFA Rule?” which covers topics such as: