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August 24, 2021

Canada Announces COVID-19 Vaccination Requirement for Employees in Federal Public Service and Federally Regulated Transportation Sector

On August 13, 2021, Canada announced that, as early as the end of September, it will require COVID-19 vaccination across the federal public service.

Littler Report
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August 23, 2021

Littler COVID-19 Vaccine Employer Survey Report: Delta Variant Update

Littler surveyed 1,630 in-house lawyers, C-suite executives and HR professionals from a variety of industries about their current plans, concerns and key considerations when it comes to vaccination of their workforces.

ASAP
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August 23, 2021

Circuit Courts Endorse Limiting Jurisdiction in FLSA Collective Actions

The 6th and 8th Circuits recently joined many district courts in holding that federal courts cannot exercise jurisdiction over FLSA claims that arise from out-of-state conduct when the defendant is not subject to the court’s general personal jurisdiction.

ASAP
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August 23, 2021

New York Amends Labor Law to Expand Employees’ Ability to Bring Wage Claims

Governor Andrew Cuomo signed a bill (S858) that amends the New York Labor Law to make it easier for employees to bring claims against their employers for alleged unpaid and/or owed wages.

ASAP
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August 20, 2021

Philadelphia Tweaks Exceptions to August 11, 2021 Indoor Mask Mandate

The Philadelphia Department of Health has published a regulation amending its August 11, 2021 order that requires individuals to wear a face mask (with certain exceptions) in indoor settings and at certain large outdoor events in Philadelphia.

Insight
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August 20, 2021

Inclusion, Equity, & Diversity Update – SEC Approves Nasdaq Rule on Board Diversity

As companies focus on workforce inclusion, equity, and diversity (IE&D), they are under increasing pressure to assure that the membership of their boards reflects these values

Insight
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August 19, 2021

No Soup for You & Take Your Coffee to Go – Accommodations and the Key to NYC Pass

On August 17, 2021, the New York City Commission on Human Rights issued Guidance for Businesses on Equitable Implementation of Key to NYC.

Insight
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August 19, 2021

Ontario, Canada: COVID-19 Vaccination Policies Mandated in High-Risk Settings

On August 17, 2021, Ontario announced that COVID-19 vaccination policies would be mandatory in high-risk settings, and the province’s exit from the Roadmap to Reopen would be put on hold.

Insight
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August 19, 2021

Pennsylvania Appeals Court Determines State’s Medical Marijuana Act Includes a Private Right of Action for Employees

In a case of first impression, the Superior Court of Pennsylvania has determined that employees can sue their employers for claims under the Pennsylvania Medical Marijuana Act.

Insight
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August 19, 2021

The NLRB’s New General Counsel Issues First Guidance Memorandum Foreshadowing Reversal of Key Board Decisions

There’s a new sheriff in town at the NLRB, and she is charting a new course for the Board. On August 12, the NLRB's new general counsel, Jennifer Abruzzo, issued Memorandum 21-04, instructing NLRB regional directors on her litigation priorities.

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