November 2021

News

Full-Time vs. Part-Time vs. FTE: What you need to know

Employers often have questions about the differences between employee status, such as full-time, part-time, and full-time-equivalent employees, and how employment laws apply to these workers. Below we answer frequently asked questions about full-time, part-time, and full-time-equivalent employees.

How to manage allergies in the workplace

Exposure to allergens in the workplace may negatively impact employees’ productivity and jeopardize their health and safety. Here are some guidelines for addressing allergies in the workplace.

Compliance Calendar

Here is a summary of compliance requirements that took effect recently or will take effect soon. Note: This Compliance Calendar covers January 1, 2022 minimum wage increases for all applicable states. Some cities and counties set their own minimum wages that will also increase. Check your local laws to confirm compliance.

Be safe on the roads this holiday season

As the holiday season approaches, we would like to share a few reminders for how to stay safe while driving so you can travel safely to celebrate this special time with your loved ones. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reported that over 36,000 people were killed on U.S. roadways in 2019. Motor vehicle crashes are also the #1 cause of workplace death according to the National Safety Council.

2021 ACA Reporting Begins!

Applicable Large Employers (ALEs), employers with an average of at least 50 full-time employees (including full-time equivalents) in the prior calendar year (2020), need to file ACA Forms 1094-C and 1095-C with the IRS.

Upcoming Events

Regional Alerts

Compliance-Corner-, State-Compliance-Update, California

As a reminder, on Sept. 17, 2020, California Gov. Gavin Newsom signed into law SB 1159, concerning workers’ compensation, the coronavirus (COVID-19) and critical workers. This new law added sections (§3212.86-3212.88) of the CA Labor Code, codifying the Executive Order signed by Gov. ...

Compliance-Corner-, State-Compliance-Update, Washington-

Washington has announced that premiums for its Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance Program will increase and that employers must start collecting premiums for the Washington Cares program. The premium requirements will begin on January 1, 2022.

Compliance-Corner-, State-Compliance-Update, Washington-

Seattle Washington's minimum wage will increase on January 1, 2022. Employers must pay all non-exempt employees who work in Seattle at least the minimum wage per hour.

Compliance-Corner-, State-Compliance-Update, New-York-

The New York City Human Rights Law (NYCHRL) prohibits discrimination and harassment based on gender, which includes actual or perceived sex, gender identity, and gender expression, regardless of the sex assigned to that person at birth. The NYCHRL’s discrimination provisions apply to ...

Compliance-Corner-, State-Compliance-Update, Nevada-

Nevada has enacted legislation (Assembly Bill 190) that requires employers to let employees use accrued sick leave to care for an immediate family member. Assembly Bill 190 takes effect October 1, 2021.

Compliance-Corner-, State-Compliance-Update, Maine-

Maine has enacted legislation (Legislative Document 610) that will further limit deductions after an employer mistakenly overpays an employee. The law takes effect October 18, 2021.

Compliance-Corner-, State-Compliance-Update, Delaware-

Delaware has enacted legislation (House Bill 88) that will repeal a provision that allows employers to pay less than the minimum wage to youth workers and new employees. House Bill 88 takes effect December 29, 2021.

Compliance-Corner-, State-Compliance-Update, California

California has enacted legislation (Senate Bill 639) that will phase out a provision that allows employers to pay a subminimum wage to employees with disabilities.

Compliance-Corner-, State-Compliance-Update, California

California's Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) prohibits harassment and discrimination because of sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression and certain other characteristics. The discrimination provisions cover employers with five or more employees, but the harassment provisions cover ...

Compliance-Corner-, State-Compliance-Update, Washington,-D.C.

The District of Columbia has enacted an ordinance expanding a program offering paid parental, family, and medical leave benefits to eligible employees. The changes are effective October 1, 2021.

Compliance-Corner-, State-Compliance-Update, Vermont-

Vermont has announced that the state minimum wage will increase to $12.55 per hour and the cash minimum wage rate for tipped workers will increase to $6.28 per hour on January 1, 2022.

Compliance-Corner-, State-Compliance-Update, Ohio-

Ohio's minimum wage will increase to $9.30 per hour on January 1, 2022. The change is a result of an annual adjustment for inflation.

Compliance-Corner-, State-Compliance-Update, Nevada-

Nevada has enacted legislation (Assembly Bill 307) that requires employers to post notices concerning the state’s job training and employment programs. Assembly Bill 307 takes effect on October 1, 2021.

Compliance-Corner-, State-Compliance-Update, Nevada-

Nevada has enacted legislation (Senate Bill 293) that prohibits employers from taking certain actions relating to an applicant's salary history. Senate Bill 293 takes effect on October 1, 2021.

Compliance-Corner-, State-Compliance-Update, Montana-

Montana has announced that the state minimum wage will increase from $8.75 per hour to $9.20 per hour effective January 1, 2022.

Compliance-Corner-, State-Compliance-Update, Iowa-

Iowa has enacted legislation (House File 902) that requires employers to grant waivers to their COVID-19 vaccination requirements under certain circumstances. House File 902 is effective immediately.

Compliance-Corner-, State-Compliance-Update, California

The California Department of Industrial Relations has announced an increase to the pay rates that computer software employees and physicians must receive in order to be exempt from overtime. Additionally, the minimum salary required for the administrative, professional, and executive overtime ...

Compliance-Corner-, State-Compliance-Update, Arkansas

Arkansas has enacted legislation (House Bill 1977) that requires employers to provide an exemption process as an alternative to COVID-19 vaccination mandates. House Bill 1977 takes effect on or about January 13, 2022 and expires on July 31, 2023, unless extended.

Compliance-Corner-, State-Compliance-Update, Nevada-

Nevada has enacted legislation (Senate Bill 293) that prohibits employers from taking certain actions relating to an applicant's salary history. Senate Bill 293 takes effect on Oct. 1, 2021.

Compliance-Corner-, State-Compliance-Update, Nevada-

Nevada has enacted legislation (Assembly Bill 190) that requires employers to let employees use accrued sick leave to care for an immediate family member. Assembly Bill 190 takes effect Oct. 1, 2021.

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