Employment Law

New York's Retail Worker Safety Act: Strengthening Workplace Violence Protections
Category: Employment Law
Author: TrainingABC
Posted: 12-06-2024 07:31 AM
Views: 916
Synopsis:

The Retail Worker Safety Act, signed by New York Governor Kathy Hochul in September 2024, mandates retail employers to implement workplace violence prevention policies and provide annual training on de-escalation, emergency response, and safety protocols. The law also requires large employers to install panic buttons by 2027, aiming to create safer working environments for retail employees?

Sexual Harassment Law in Connecticut: Understanding Protections and Guidelines
Category: Harassment
Author: TrainingABC
Posted: 10-28-2024 06:03 AM
Views: 962
Synopsis: This article provides an overview of sexual harassment law in Connecticut, highlighting the legal framework, definitions, employee protections, reporting procedures, and mandatory training requirements for employers. It emphasizes the state's commitment to preventing sexual harassment and fostering a safe and respectful workplace for all employees.

EEOC Guidance on Pronoun Use in the Workplace
Category: Harassment
Author: TrainingABC
Posted: 10-10-2024 05:33 AM
Views: 1272
Synopsis:

This article outlines the EEOC's guidance on pronoun use in the workplace, emphasizing the legal protections under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act that prohibit discrimination based on gender identity and expression. It highlights the importance of respecting preferred pronouns, employers' responsibilities to create an inclusive environment, and the need for training and clear policies to address any misuse of pronouns.

The Federal Speak Out Act and California’s Silenced No More Act: Everything Employers Should Know
Category: Harassment
Author: TrainingABC
Posted: 10-20-2023 06:11 AM
Views: 1441
Synopsis: Learn about the new Speak Out Act and California's Silenced No More Act and how they will affect your workplace.

The Ending Forced Arbitration Act and Its Impact on Employers
Category: Harassment
Author: TrainingABC
Posted: 06-15-2023 03:30 AM
Views: 6235
Synopsis: Forced arbitrations for sexual assault and sexual harassment have now been banned by federal law.  Learn how this new legislation will effect your organization.

Major EEOC Changes and How to Prepare for Them
Category: Employment Law
Author: TrainingABC
Posted: 05-01-2023 06:58 AM
Views: 1205
Synopsis: Learn about the newest changes in leadership and enforcement within the EEOC.

The Hatch Act, Its Impact, and How It Applies in Professional Settings
Category: Employment Law
Author: TrainingABC
Posted: 04-11-2023 01:36 AM
Views: 1731
Synopsis: The Hatch Act was passed in 1939 in an effort to keep elections unbiased by removing political leanings from government funded organizations.

California Leads the Country in Worker Protections; Pay Transparency is its Newest Movement
Category: Employment Law
Author: TrainingABC
Posted: 01-19-2023 06:36 PM
Views: 1212
Synopsis: Learn about California's robust pay transparency laws and how they will affect your workforce.

California’s Own WARN Act Provides More Worker Protections Than its Federal Counterpart
Category: Employment Law
Author: TrainingABC
Posted: 11-17-2022 05:06 AM
Views: 1622
Synopsis: Learn how California's WARN act provides different protections than the federal WARN law.

Ensuring Compliance with the WARN Act on a Federal Level
Category: Employment Law
Author: TrainingABC
Posted: 11-14-2022 03:29 AM
Views: 1040
Synopsis: The Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification Act was designed to ensure a smooth transition to new employment for displaced workers.  Learn how to comply with the act.