Busy end to the week so here’s a quick recap of some of the stories I’ve been hoping to write further about but have run out of time. There’s also a link or two to other stories of interest in Connecticut. For those dealing with labor unions, the DC Employment Law Update notes that a new… Continue Reading
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Quick Takes: New Executive Orders on Federal Contractors, More Ledbetter, AT&T Layoffs, Union Rolls, Lawsuit Avoidance
Posted in Human Resources (HR) Compliance, Laws and RegulationsSince it is another snowy day here in Connecticut, it seems like another opportune time to post about some of the items worth reading and catching up on over the last few days. On Friday, President Obama announed three new executive orders that give broad power now to the Secretary of Labor. These orders involve… Continue Reading
Check Out NPR for Interview on Gender Identity
Posted in Laws and RegulationsUPDATED My earlier post on the Obama Transition Team’s pledge not to discriminate on the basis of gender identity has been picking up some press. As I indicate, it is likely that this pledge will form the basis of an executive order when the new administration starts. NPR interviewed me earlier this afternoon. You should be able… Continue Reading
Further Updates on E-Verify and the Executive Order to Implement It for All Federal Contractors
Posted in Human Resources (HR) Compliance, Laws and RegulationsSince my original post on the subject of Executive Order 12989 yesterday (and the sweeping effects it will have for all federal contractors), others have also added their comments to the subject. Among some of the notable posts: The brand-new Florida Employment Law Blog (run by my former colleague Richard Tuschman — congrats, Richard!) predicts negative… Continue Reading
Government Contractors Ordered to Use E-Verify to Confirm Employment Eligibility of Newly Hired Employees
Posted in Human Resources (HR) Compliance, Laws and RegulationsMost people think that changes to the laws or the way companies conduct business can only happen through the legislative changes. But an Executive Order effective this week reminds us of the power of Executive Branch. Effective immediately, all federal contractors must now agree to use E-Verify, an Internet-based system operated by U.S. government, to electronically verify… Continue Reading
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