Insight
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July 1, 2022

New Hurdles for Employers in Germany – The Sharpening of the Law on Proof of Essential Working Conditions and its Consequences

The European Union in 2019 launched a civil law directive on transparent and predictable working conditions in the EU. The directive stipulates that the rights and obligations set out therein must apply to all employment relationships by August 1, 2022.

Littler Report
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June 30, 2022

COVID-19: EMEA Lockdown Restrictions (June Update)

We have created a high-level guide which gives an “at a glance” snapshot of the severity of lockdown restrictions in 28 countries across EMEA. We have recently updated this guide to be current as of June 2022.

Insight
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June 30, 2022

On your mark! Get set! Vacation! FAQs on German Vacation Law (Part 1)

In the midst of the vacation season, many employers in Germany are prompted to address old and new questions surrounding the issue of vacation.

Insight
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June 30, 2022

UK to Shift Away From GDPR: Government Consultation Confirms Plans to Change UK Data Privacy Regime

The UK government is proposing to amend its data privacy regime to make it easier for employers to comply with its requirements.

Insight
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June 28, 2022

Down But Not Out: U.S. District Court Denies Preliminary Injunction Against Florida “Stop-WOKE” Law

On June 27, 2022, a Florida district court denied a request to enjoin the provisions of Florida HB 7, the so-called “Stop-WOKE” law, which dramatically limit what and how employers can communicate to employees in workplace DEI training.

Podcast
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June 28, 2022

Going Beyond IE&D 101: A Deeper Understanding of Being Transgender Today in America

A very special podcast that features the personal stories and perspectives from two members of the Littler family.

2 the Point Video
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June 28, 2022

How are multinational employers approaching whistleblower hotlines and guarding against whistleblower retaliation?

Workplace whistleblowing―and whistleblower retaliation―have exploded as vital topics in human resources, worldwide.

ASAP
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June 27, 2022

NLRB General Counsel Continues Push for Extraordinary Remedies

On June 23, 2022, National Labor Relations Board General Counsel Jennifer Abruzzo released Memorandum GC 22-06, relating to her efforts “to secure full remedies” in settlements with the Board.

Insight
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June 27, 2022

An Enchanting Look at New Mexico’s Paid Sick and Safe Leave Final Regulations and Other Guidance

On June 21, 2022, New Mexico’s Department of Workforce Solutions published final regulations implementing the Healthy Workplaces Act, which will take effect throughout most parts of the “Land of Enchantment” on July 1, 2022.

Insight
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June 27, 2022

Ontario, Canada: Arbitrator Decides Employer Discriminated on Basis of Creed in Denying Request for Vaccine Policy Exemption

In a recent decision an arbitrator found that the grievor was discriminated against on the basis of creed under the Ontario Human Rights Code when her employer denied her request for an exemption from its mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policy.

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