The U.S. Dept. of Labor (DOL) updated its April 1, 2020 Temporary Rule regarding paid leave under the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA) in response to a federal court... Continue Reading...
Continue ReadingEEOC Updates Guidance on COVID-19 and Discrimination Laws
The EEOC recently updated its guidance on COVID-19 and discrimination laws. The updated guidance is at https://www.eeoc.gov/wysk/what-you-should-know-about-covid-19-and-ada-rehabilitation-act-and-other-eeo-laws. In the EEOC’s view, during the COVID-19 pandemic: The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)... Continue Reading...
Continue ReadingGetting Back to Work During COVID – Reopening Guidance for Employers
Reopening Guidance As part of its effort to reduce the risk of exposure to COVID-19 in the workplace, OSHA recently issued OSHA 4045-06 2020 (“Guidance on Returning to Work”). This guidance... Continue Reading...
Continue ReadingChange in Law of Indiana Physician Non-Competes
New Law Impacts Indiana Physician Non-Competes Thanks to a recently (and quietly) passed Bill, effective July 1, 2020, Indiana law regarding physician (doctor of medicine or osteopathy) non-compete agreements changes.... Continue Reading...
Continue ReadingFAQs For Paid Leave Under FFCRA For Indiana Employers
The Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA) provides paid leave for employees who are adversely impacted in certain specified ways by COVID-19. Two components of the FFCRA important for Indiana... Continue Reading...
Continue ReadingCoronavirus (COVID-19) in the Workplace: Resources for Employers
As the Coronavirus situation evolves, we are keeping a watchful eye on emerging legal developments and guidance that may impact businesses. Proactive employers interested in learning more will find useful... Continue Reading...
Continue ReadingCourt Won’t Fix Overbroad Non-Solicit Agreement
Non-Compete/Non-Solicitation Agreements and the Blue Pencil Doctrine To be enforceable under Indiana law, non-compete and non-solicitation agreements must be reasonable. The employer typically must show how a violation subjects it... Continue Reading...
Continue ReadingNon-Compete Agreements for Indiana Employers
The Indiana Supreme Court recently decided a case that involved non-compete agreements. Consequently, Indiana employers should think twice about how they address damages in such agreements. Liquidated Damages and Non-Compete Agreements... Continue Reading...
Continue ReadingThoughts on Workplace Romance and Fraternization Policies in Indiana
When I train management teams on sexual harassment across Indiana, I often am asked about workplace romance and fraternization policies. In many workplaces, co-workers spend a lot of time together.... Continue Reading...
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