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Legal Updates - Blog


How to Confidently Handle ADA Accommodation Requests
Understanding your responsibilities under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is critical for every employer, manager, and HR...
May 213 min read


How to Implement Reasonable Suspicion Drug Testing in Your Workplace
When it comes to workplace drug testing, many companies have pre-employment, random, and post-accident drug testing policies. However,...
Mar 104 min read


Federal Court Strikes Down Exempt Salary Threshold Increase
Summary: On November 15, 2024, the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Texas struck down the U.S. Department of Labor’s (DOL)...
Nov 18, 20242 min read


Q&A: What Are the Risks of Misclassifying Independent Contractors, and What Should You Do?
Question: Our company uses a lot of independent contractors. I’m worried that some of these independent contractors are actually...
Nov 11, 20242 min read


Unlocking ADA Success: 3 Key Insights Every HR Professional Must Know
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a crucial piece of legislation that ensures equal opportunities for individuals with...
Jul 31, 20242 min read


Top 5 FMLA Mistakes and How to Avoid Them: A Guide for HR Professionals
The Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) is a critical piece of legislation that provides employees with up to 12 weeks of unpaid,...
Jul 15, 20243 min read


SCOTUS Ruling Upends Workplace Regulations: What Employers Need to Know
The Supreme Court has dramatically altered the legal landscape by significantly reducing the power of federal regulators and placing more...
Jul 8, 20242 min read


Harnessing AI in Human Resources: Trends, Risks, and Considerations
Trends Artificial Intelligence (AI) is significantly transforming the landscape of Human Resources (HR), bringing about efficiency and...
Jun 25, 20242 min read


Managing Employee Attitude Problems: Effective Strategies for HR and Managers
Welcome to our Monday Morning Manager series! Today we are diving into dealing with employee attitude problems which are an inevitable...
May 6, 20241 min read


Federal Trade Commission Finalizes Rule to Ban Noncompetes Nationwide
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has finalized a rule that bans noncompete clauses across the United States, marking a significant move...
Apr 24, 20242 min read


LEGAL ALERT! FLSA Salary Basis Final Rule is Released
On April 23, 2024, the U.S. Department of Labor announced a significant revision to the exemptions for executive, administrative,...
Apr 23, 20241 min read


The Importance of Continuing Education for HR Professionals
In today's rapidly evolving business landscape, the value of continuing education cannot be overstated, particularly for Human Resources...
Apr 12, 20242 min read


English-Only Rules: Legal or Illegal?
Join us this week as we answer the following listener question about whether or not you can require employees to only speak English....
Mar 18, 20242 min read
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