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Massachusetts Employers Must Provide Sexual Harassment Policy Annually

1/10/19

In Massachusetts, the law requires employers to adopt a written policy against sexual harassment. The policy must include, for example, notice to employees that sexual harassment in the workplace is unlawful and that it is unlawful to retaliate against an employee for filing a complaint of sexual harassment. The policy should also assert the employer’s commitment to investigate any complaint of sexual harassment.
Thursday, January 3, 2019/Author: ADP Admin/Number of views (8881)/Comments (0)/
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Illinois Expands Equal Pay Law to Include African Americans as a Protected Class

1/10/19

Illinois has enacted legislation (House Bill 4743) that will expand the state’s Equal Pay Act to expressly prohibit pay differentials between African American employees and other employees. Previously, the Illinois Equal Pay Act prohibited pay differentials based on sex only.
Thursday, January 3, 2019/Author: ADP Admin/Number of views (6443)/Comments (0)/
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Illinois Enacts Expansive Job Protection Statute for Military Service Members

1/10/19

Effective January 1, 2019, the rights of Illinois employees serving in the military will be governed by the Illinois Service Member Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (ISERRA), Public Act 100-1101
Thursday, January 3, 2019/Author: ADP Admin/Number of views (6468)/Comments (0)/
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California Year End Review and 2019 Reminders

1/10/19

This article is a reminder of various laws that were passed or will be effective in 2019.  This list is a summary and includes laws that will also be effective at later dates as noted in the article. 
Thursday, January 3, 2019/Author: ADP Admin/Number of views (6556)/Comments (0)/
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California Releases Guidance to Employers on Complying with the California Fair Pay Act

1/10/19

The California Pay Equity Task Force (“Task Force”) has released written guidance for employees, employers and unions on how they may comply with the California Fair Pay Act (“CFPA”).
Thursday, January 3, 2019/Author: ADP Admin/Number of views (6570)/Comments (0)/
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California Enacts New Laws to Combat Human Trafficking

1/10/19

California enacted Senate Bill 970 establishing a minimum threshold for human trafficking awareness training and education in the hospitality industry.
Thursday, January 3, 2019/Author: ADP Admin/Number of views (6525)/Comments (0)/
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Austin Paid Sick and Safe Leave Law Preempted by Texas Minimum Wage Act, Declared Unconstitutional

1/10/19

The Austin-based 3rd Court of Appeals declared Austin’s paid sick and safe leave ordinance unconstitutional. 
Thursday, January 3, 2019/Author: ADP Admin/Number of views (8140)/Comments (0)/
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Amendments to the Illinois Human Rights Act Include Updated Posting and Handbook Requirements

1/10/19

New Illinois Human Rights Act posting and handbook requirements extend to all employers operating in the state of Illinois.
Thursday, January 3, 2019/Author: ADP Admin/Number of views (8072)/Comments (0)/
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New Jersey Paid Sick Leave Act Reminder

12/01/18

As noted previously, New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy (D) has signed into law the New Jersey Paid Sick Leave Act (the “Act”), which will provide eligible employees with paid leave for their own medical needs, those of a family member, or other covered reasons. 

The New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development has released on its website the required notice that must be posted and distributed to all New Jersey employees under the New Jersey Paid Sick Leave Act. 
Wednesday, December 12, 2018/Author: ADP Admin/Number of views (12766)/Comments (0)/
Categories: New Jersey

Minimum Wage Update for Various Jurisdictions

12/01/18

Various jurisdictions have increased their minimum wage rates. If applicable, you must increase the pay rate for exempt and/or non-exempt employees to meet the new minimum wage. For New York, the pay rate increase is effective on or before December 31, 2018. For all other jurisdictions and federal contractors, the increase is effective on or before January 1, 2019. An updated poster is not required provided that the employer has the most recent poster already on display. If needed, employers should order a new minimum wage poster. The minimum wage rate is based on the employee’s work location.
Thursday, December 6, 2018/Author: ADP Admin/Number of views (0)/Comments (0)/
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