Employers Should Be Aware of Recent Changes at the Federal Level

by Amelia J. Holstrom, Skoler, Abbott & Presser, PC

 

Over the past month, there have been several changes and announcements made by President Trump's Administration that employers need to be aware of and watch closely over the next six months. Below is an outline of those changes and why they are important for employers to keep a close eye on.

 

Rhode Island Sick Leave Bill Is Signed Into Law

 

After much deliberation and compromise, Rhode Island has finally joined its fellow New England neighbors Massachusetts and Connecticut, in adopting a sick leave law.

 

Connecticut Appellate Court Rules that a Request for Indefinite Leave is Not Reasonable

 

In a recent Connecticut appellate court case, Thompson v. Department of Social Services, it was held that it was not a reasonable accommodation where the employee requested an indefinite leave and did not engage with the employer regarding her leave.

 

EANE's Employment Law & HR Update Conference (Early Bird savings ends October 13th): How Inclusive is Your Workplace?

 

One of the breakout sessions at this year's Employment Law and HR Practices Update will examine the importance of creating an inclusive work environment that can positively influence productivity as well as help your company in the areas of recruitment and retention. 

 

Don't miss EANE's Employment Law & HR Practices Update on Thursday, November 2, 2017!  Save 15% by registering before October 13th!  Click here to learn more and to register today!

House Bill Would Make E-Verify Mandatory

On September 8, Representatives Lamar Smith (R-Texas), Bob Goodlatte (R-Va.), and Ken Calvert (R-Calif.) introduced the Legal Workforce Act, which they say is aimed at preserving jobs for citizens and legal workers by requiring U.S. employers to check the work eligibility of all future hires through the E-Verify system.

  

 

Compensation Survey Data - Lots of Numbers, Which One Do I Need?

 

In May we explored the concept of a compensation philosophy and why it is an important guide to an organization.  This month we are looking at survey data.  

 

Member News...

 

The team at CHD is presenting a dynamic full day program on October 27th entitled Through Her Eyes. Click on the link below to read more.

 

 

Membership Corner...

As we enter the month of October,  we would like to acknowledge our newest members who joined EANE in September.  To learn about our newest members...