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A newly proposed rule under the #FairLaborStandardsAct would change the salary level, making millions more workers newly overtime eligible. That salary figure will update every three years to adjust for changes in the labor market. Read @BLaw article buff.ly/3SDS9dy

@DuaneMorrisInst would like to honor all that have served and continue to serve a Happy Veterans Day.

Experts are advising companies to serve #mocktails to accommodate nondrinkers and also cut down on the potential for bad behavior fueled by alcohol as the holiday season approaches and year-end gatherings are being organized. Read @Law360 article buff.ly/476jc5A

Over the last few years, employers have increasingly focused on #PayEquity. Join @DuaneMorrisLLP attorneys Christopher Durham and Maria Caceres-Boneau on 11/16/23 for Money Talks: Using Pay Equity Audits to Identify and Mitigate Pay Gap Liability. Register buff.ly/46jueU1

The @USEEOC draft enforcement guidance on #workplaceharassment received thousands of comments before the deadline for public input closed last week with many comments tackling hot-button issues including #genderidentity and #abortion. Read @Law360 article buff.ly/466EHSt

#California recently signed into law SB 616, expanding it's current paid sick leave mandate effective 01/01/24. The new law increases paid sick leave amounts for employees statewide. Read @DuaneMorrisLLP alert buff.ly/3tXDfVd

Artificial Intelligence is becoming a vital part of managing employees in the workplace, with employers within the U.S. slowly acclimating to the use of #AI tools to make employment decisions. Read @Law360 article buff.ly/3Moksse

Happy Halloween to all and to all a good fright!

The @NLRB recently published a final rule to establish a new standard for determining joint-employer status under the #NationalLaborRelationsAct. Read @DuaneMorrisLLP alert here buff.ly/40fuguD

There has been an alarming increase in antisemitism. Recorded levels of antisemitism are now at their highest level since the Holocaust. Join @DuaneMorrisLLP Partner @Jonathan_HR_Law on 11/01/23 for Alarming Rise of Antisemitism and Work. Register buff.ly/3rVM1m1

@DuaneMorrisLLP Partner @Jonathan_HR_Law dissects the new proposed guidance from @USEEOC and whether it accommodates employees of different #faith, #religious, and #ethnic backgrounds. Read @BLaw article buff.ly/48U63xT

Today we recognize and celebrate #SpiritDay, an #antibullying movement inspiring LGBTQ youth to live their lives in their truth and authenticity. Let's go purple in support of our LGBTQ youth.

Employees do not check their religion at the workplace door. Nor do those with bias against religion. Join @DuaneMorrisLLP Partner @Jonathan_HR_Law on October 26th for Religious Discrimination, Harassment and Accommodations. Register here buff.ly/3QlODD6

A focus of the pay transparency laws is to give job applicants compensation information, and also provide context and protection to current employees. These laws may lead to equal pay litigation as employees feel safe discussing pay at work. Read @Law360 buff.ly/45AzNgr

A four-day work week can bring employee retention, increase efficiency and reduce overtime liability, but is also not without challenges. A shorter work week has different variations, each raising distinct questions about wage and hour compliance. @Law360 buff.ly/3rL3A8f

#California expands the number of paid sick days for workers, helping to prevent workers from having to choose between their paycheck and caring for a family member's health. Read @Law360 article buff.ly/3rLfT4m

#Stress, #anxiety, #depression, and #socialisolation are increasingly common all over the world. Know that you are not alone, and that seeking support doesn’t have to be intimidating. "Mental health is a universal human right" #WorldMentalHealthDay

October is #HealthLiteracyMonth. Reminding us to be more informed and knowledgeable about our healthcare.

Changes to the #California #FairChanceAct went into effect on October 1st. Employers now have new clarity as well as new obligations on how and when employers may inquire about and consider job applicants’ criminal history. Read @DuaneMorrisLLP alert buff.ly/3tkRW4g

October is #breastcancer awareness month. It is the start of the annual campaign to raise awareness for those affected by breast cancer. Join @DuaneMorrisLLP and people all over the world as we show our support for everyone affected by breast cancer.