Insight
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June 7, 2021

Spring into Summer and Fall Minimum Wage, Tipped, and Exempt Employee Pay Increases

Minimum wage laws can affect businesses of all sizes, whether operating nationwide, in multiple jurisdictions, or only in one state, county, or city. To help manage this challenge, we are providing a rates-only update.

Insight
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June 7, 2021

Is the Brazilian Data Protection Law (LGPD) Really Taking Off?

A little over six months after the Brazilian Data Protection Law (LGPD) became effective, there seems to be real progress in its implementation. The LGPD is an all-encompassing data protection law similar to the European Union’s GDPR.

Insight
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June 4, 2021

11th Circuit Finds Employee Conduct May Lead to Termination Even Where the Conduct is the Result of Mental Illness

On May 27, 2021, in Todd v. Fayette County School District, a unanimous three-judge panel of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit affirmed the propriety of a school district’s decision to end a mentally ill teacher’s employment.

ASAP
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June 4, 2021

Puerto Rico Governor Issues Executive Order Relaxing COVID-19 Restrictions

On June 3, 2021, Puerto Rico Governor Hon. Pedro Pierluisi issued Executive Order (EO) 2021-043 to further relax COVID-19 restrictions and guidelines.

ASAP
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June 4, 2021

Nevada Modifies Statute Governing Noncompetition Agreements

On May 25, 2021, Governor Steve Sisolak signed Assembly Bill 47, revising the law regarding noncompetition covenants in Nevada.

ASAP
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June 4, 2021

Ontario, Canada Releases Details About Employer Reimbursement Process for Paid COVID-19 Leave

Ontario recently provided additional information on how employers can be reimbursed for providing paid Infectious Disease Emergency Leave (IDEL).

ASAP
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June 4, 2021

British Columbia, Canada Releases and Commences Four-Step Restart Plan

On May 25, 2021, British Columbia released a four-step COVID-19 reopening plan, Restart: A plan to bring us back together.

ASAP
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June 4, 2021

Alberta, Canada Releases and Commences Three-Stage Open for Summer Plan

On May 25, 2021, Alberta released its Open for Summer Plan (Opening Plan), which eases COVID-19 restrictions in three stages.

ASAP
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June 4, 2021

President's FY 2022 Budget Proposal Boosts Labor and Employment Funding

President Biden released his $6 trillion budget proposal for the 2022 fiscal year. While final spending decisions are decided by Congress, the president’s budget submission typically provides a general idea of where the administration's priorities lie.

Dear Littler
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June 3, 2021

Dear Littler: What employment issues should we keep in mind when hiring seasonal minor employees?

We’re thinking of expanding our recruitment efforts to those under 18, at least through the summer months. Before we start hiring younger employees, are there special employment issues to consider with this age group?

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