Can an employer regulate an employee's sex life? Does an employer have any say in an employee's reproductive decisions? Wait. How are those even questions? Isn't it obvious that it's none of an employer's business? … [Read More...]
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Employers: No, You CANNOT Require Your Employees to Obey Your Religious Beliefs
Do You Have to Retain an Employee Who Poops on Your Premises?
Who would have thought the day would come...when I'd be blogging about poop? Now, I admit, due to the pandemic, and working virtually, and distancing, I do need to get out more. That said, the poop discussion is … [Read More...]
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Thou Shalt Not Retaliate Against Thine Employees—Ever!!
Many employers are aware that they are not supposed to discriminate against employees belonging to certain classes protected by statute. A number of employers have also found themselves defending charges or lawsuits … [Read More...]
Severance Agreements and the Older Workers Benefits Protection Act
As promised, this week The Emplawyerologist will devote its time to the special rules that apply to severance agreements offered to employees over 40. The Older Workers Benefits Protection Act (OWBPA), which is part … [Read More...]
Can You Be Liable for an Independent Contractor’s Injuries?
The beauty of outsourcing work to independent contractors is that you get the benefit of the services and no responsibilities, except for timely payment, right? While you might need workers' compensation insurance … [Read More...]