At the start of the new year, the U.S. Senate voted to override former President Trump’s veto of the National Defense Authorization Act of 2021. With this development, important amendments to the United States anti-money laundering law (AML) took effect. Among these...
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What are the New Regulations Under the Corporate Transparency Act?
How Do Employers Defend Discrimination Claims?
There are federal and state laws in place that protect employees from discrimination and harassment. Companies who face discrimination suits can defend against the claims if they have taken all the reasonable steps needed to prevent employees from committing acts of...
read moreWhich Employment Laws Change Frequently?
It can be difficult for businesses to keep up with all the changes passed by Congress and state legislatures. However, there are ways to focus attention on certain areas of law and how to possibly avoid any compromising situations with company policies. The...
read moreWhat are the Legal Considerations for a New Trademark?
Starting or growing a business comes with many legal considerations. A major component is branding the new venture with a trademark to provide identification. However, with more of the marketplace globally available, it can be challenging to find something that...
read moreIs My Company in Compliance with Changing Employment Laws for 2021?
Now is a good time to check if companies are compliant with new employment laws passed last year. Congress, state legislatures, and the courts altered employment law throughout 2020. Certain states mandated new topics to cover and shifts in employment philosophy make...
read moreWhat is Political Workplace Discrimination?
A recent social media post has sparked controversy online. An alleged posting stated that a company is seeking job applicants that are not liberal. The business is looking for someone who is logical and reasonable and went on to say that liberals do not represent what...
read moreWhat are My Rights for Mental Health in the Workplace?
Mental health discrimination in the workplace is unethical and illegal, and workers with mental illnesses have protection under the law. Despite this, mental health discrimination in the workplace persists. The problem is that this type of discrimination is difficult...
read moreShould Employers Require a Checklist for Remote Workers?
Before a person takes a job that will require them to work remotely, they should be sure that the employer has established a checklist that will go over the employee’s responsibilities and the employer’s obligations. With no traditional structure surrounding an...
read moreWhat are the Current 2021 Workplace Litigation Trends?
With 2021 well underway, experts and forecasters are busy predicting what the year will bring in terms of political changes, economics, and public arenas, like workplaces. Naturally, the pandemic has impacted every facet of life. This and other factors are currently...
read moreWhat are the Top Issues for Non-Compete Agreements in 2021?
The last year saw non-compete clauses go through several transitions as much of the workforce shifted to a remote working environment. A new year does not mean those issues will go away, as employers are still struggling with how to deal with remote workers and the...
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