The Crown Act movement emerged in response to the pervasive issue of hair discrimination. Crown, an acronym for "Creating a Respectful and Open World for Natural Hair," has gained momentum across the United States, with several states introducing and passing...
The City of Los Angeles' Fair Work Week Ordinance, which is set to take effect on April 1, 2023. The ordinance is designed to improve scheduling predictability and stability for workers in the retail, hospitality, and fast-food industries, as well...
With AB 2188, for the first time there will be employment discrimination protections regarding the lawful use of cannabis outside of the workplace. However, this law is not in effect until January 1, 2024, so employers in California have a...
Disability discrimination in the workplace can take various forms, including: Refusing to Hire: An employer may refuse to hire a person with a disability, even if they are qualified for the job. For example, an employer may not hire someone...
Social media can exacerbate sexual harassment in the workplace by providing a platform for anonymous harassment, public shaming, cyberstalking, workplace gossip, and non-consensual sharing of images. Here are some ways in which it can happen: Online harassment: Social media provides...
New York Employment Law 2023 Updates Minimum Wage Increase: The minimum wage in New York State increased to $15.00 per hour for all employees, including fast food workers and tipped workers. Paid Family Leave: Starting in 2023, the maximum amount...
Minimum Wage Update This update raises the minimum wage for employees to $13.65 per hour, effective January 1, 2023. Colorado: Amendments to Paid Sick Leave Pay Calculation Effective January 1, 2023, regulations changed regarding how employers calculate the rate of...
Assembly Bill 257 is aimed at the “fast food” industry – specifically restaurants that are part of a chain of 100 or more establishments. However, the bill’s broad definition may include many other types of business beyond what most people...
Texas Republican Governor Greg Abbott, who has been very outspoken on opposing coronavirus mandates, recently signed an executive order prohibiting all organizations from requiring employees or customers be vaccinated against COVID-19. The new Executive Order GA-40 states that no “entity in...