This week's topic deals with:
Supreme Court Issues Ruling in Pregnancy Discrimination Case, Wellness Plan Guidelines and HR Summertime Checklists
On March 25, 2015, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled in favor of a former employee of United Parcel Service (UPS) faced with the choice to either continue working her labor-intensive job during pregnancy or take unpaid leave. Many employers have implemented wellness programs to control health care costs, but it is important to ensure participation is voluntary and that employees are not excessively penalized for refusing to participate. In addition, you should evaluate whether the information collected about employees is protected under the ADA, GINA or any other employment benefit law. Summer is a good time to start considering certain employee management areas to ensure a smooth summer.
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