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February 14, 2011

Additional Labor and Employment Bills Introduced

Although the pace has slowed somewhat, lawmakers continue to introduce new labor and employment legislation.

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February 14, 2011

Ninth Circuit Issues Strong Rebuke to Department of Labor, Upholds Outside Sales Exemption for Pharmaceutical Sales Representatives

In Christopher v. SmithKline Beecham, the Ninth Circuit issued a strong rebuke to the Department of Labor

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February 14, 2011

Tax Break: IRS Allows Breast Pumps As Deductible Medical Expense

The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) recently reversed course and announced that breast pumps and other

ASAP
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February 11, 2011

Congressional Hearing Focuses on Regulatory Impact on Employers

On Thursday, the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform held a hearing to discuss how regulations

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February 10, 2011

House Committee Holds Hearing on Health Care Law's Impact on the Economy, Employers and the Workforce

On Wednesday, the full House Committee on Education and the Workforce heard contrasting testimony on

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February 8, 2011

Airport Security Screeners Granted Limited Collective Bargaining Rights

The U.S. Transportation Security Administration (TSA) has given airport security screeners limited collective

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February 8, 2011

Posting Patient Photos - The Newest Example of Social Media Implications for the Workplace

A former nurse is seeking more than $15 million from a Texas hospital, alleging she was fired for complaining

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February 8, 2011

Redefining a "Serious Violation" of Workplace Safety Standards in California

On January 1, 2011, California expanded the definition of what constitutes a "serious violation" of workplace

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February 8, 2011

Legislating Wellness: Proposed Bills to Support Workplace Wellness Programs

As many legislative sessions kick off around the country, interest remains high among lawmakers to encourage

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February 8, 2011

SEC Adopts Final Executive Compensation Rule

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has adopted a final rule (pdf) governing shareholder approval

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