PREVENTING AGE DISCRIMINATION IN THE WORKPLACE
Anyone familiar with discrimination protections in the workplace knows that the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA) protects employees and applicants who are age 40 or older in all aspects […]
FEDERAL COURT BLOCKS SALARY THRESHOLD INCREASE FOR SALARY EXEMPT WORKERS
On November 15th, the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Texas blocked implementation of the Biden Administration’s final rule increasing the salary threshold for salary exempt workers under […]
HOW NAE CAN SUPPORT MEDICAL PRACTICES WITH HR COMPLIANCE
While all companies should comply with employment laws and regulations, some industries are more heavily regulated than others. This is especially true in the medical industry. Medical providers are focused […]
HR CONFERENCE BENEFITS: EMPOWERING HUMAN RESOURCE LEADERS
The Nevada Employer Conference is an annual event for Nevada business professionals and HR leaders seeking to stay ahead of the curve in the ever-evolving landscape of employment law and […]
UNPAID INTERNS: ENSURING STUDENT IS PRIMARY BENEFICIARY
Certain workers — students and interns — may not be considered “employees” under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). The FLSA requires, among other things, that employers pay employees for […]
CREATING A POSITIVE WORK ENVIRONMENT THROUGH CLEAR EXPECTATIONS AND PROGRESSIVE DISCIPLINE
Every employee makes mistakes, but to ensure a high-quality work environment, it’s crucial to have a clear plan for addressing repeated issues or serious problems. Onboarding and Ongoing Communication Thoroughly […]
IS AGE JUST A NUMBER? THE REALITY OF AGE DISCRIMINATION IN THE WORKPLACE
Even though the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA) was enacted over 40 years ago, a significant portion of workers over the age of 40 report experiencing discrimination in the […]
UNDERSTANDING ADVERSE EMPLOYMENT ACTIONS TO AVOID RETALIATION CLAIMS
Retaliation should be a serious concern for employers as it is one of the most common claims filed with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (“EEOC”). For many years, over half […]
MAINTAINING COMPLIANCE WITH NAE
In today’s dynamic business environment, staying abreast of evolving employment law is crucial for minimizing risk and fostering a compliant workplace. However, navigating the complexities of federal and state regulations […]
EEOC ISSUES FINAL RULE TO IMPLEMENT PREGNANT WORKERS FAIRNESS ACT; ALREADY FACES LEGAL CHALLENGES
The Pregnant Workers’ Fairness Act (PWFA) is a federal law, which requires employers with 15 or more employees to provide reasonable accommodations for job applicants and employees with known limitations […]
