Dear Littler
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June 7, 2021

Dear Littler: How do we Know Which State’s Laws Govern the Leaves and Benefits for our Wandering Workers?

An employee plans to continue to work full time from his RV while living in and visiting three different states this year. Will he be able to use the same health insurance plan? What if he gets injured? How do state leave laws apply?

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.

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