In a significant legal development, a Florida circuit court decision has prompted employers to reconsider their stance on disciplinary actions against employees using medical marijuana. This shift highlights the intricate balance between state protections for medical marijuana users and persistent
Workers' compensation programs are crucial to ensuring employee safety and well-being, as well as maintaining organizational efficiency and compliance. By committing to continuous improvement, organizations can enhance these programs to better support injured workers, prevent future injuries, and
The latest changes in IRS Required Minimum Distribution (RMD) regulations signify a pivotal shift that could greatly influence retirement planning for many Americans. These updates, aimed at reflecting longer life expectancies and more flexible compliance measures, promise both opportunities and
In a move reflecting his administration's commitment to reshaping federal labor and employment policies, President Donald Trump appointed Marvin Kaplan as the chair of the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) and Andrea Lucas as the acting chair of the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission
Recent developments in the enforcement of the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA) have drawn significant attention, primarily due to the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission's (EEOC) first subpoena enforcement action under this new law. On January 16, 2025, the EEOC filed an action in the
On January 21, 2025, President Donald Trump issued an executive order directing federal agencies to develop comprehensive plans to address what he claims are "illegal" diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs in the private sector. This order represents a significant shift from his earlier
