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When an employee requests a religious accommodation to an employment policy, the law only requires the employer to offer a reasonable accommodation that protects the employee's religious interests. It does not require employers to provide the specific accommodation...
Social media in the workplace is a fact of business life. When it comes to getting the word out about your company, there is no substitute for marketing on social media-it's the fastest way to share information and generate buzz. Studies show that over 80% of...
No. If you have a disability, the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) requires your employer to make a reasonable accommodation, as long as doing so would not create undue hardship for your employer. Undue hardship generally means significant difficulty or expense....
With the novel coronavirus and COVID-19 being reported in multiple states, it's time to think about how to handle instances of the illness in the workplace. As you do, keep in mind that your employees are likely entitled to take at least unpaid leave through the...
The World Health Organization (WHO) recently announced that they are in "uncharted territory" with the novel coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak. U.S. Employers might feel that they, too, are in uncharted territory. Don't panic! This simple guide can help...
Absent a contract to the contrary, workers are generally free to talk about their experiences of sexual harassment or other discrimination in the workplace. This is one reason why it is so common for companies to ask people to sign nondisclosure agreements (NDAs) and...
Until now, options were limited for LGBT employees in Virginia. They could file a complaint with the EEOC, but only if their employer had more than 15 employees. And while there were protections for LGBT employees in the public sector and in certain Virginia...
Earlier this month, Montgomery County, Maryland, passed the Creating a Respectful and Open World for Natural Hair, or CROWN Act. The new law prohibits discrimination against people who wear natural and protective African-American hairstyles such as Afros, locks,...
What are some of the top risks for liability employers are facing in 2020? Recently, the Professional Liability Underwriting Society held an annual conference where panelists discussed what risks are newly emerging in the industry. After all, who would know more about...
It's not easy to apply for a new job when you have a criminal record. While you might have a lot to offer, some employers won't even give you the time of day because your conviction hangs over your application like a dark cloud. If this sounds familiar, you're in...