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On August 20, the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Texas (Court) struck down the Federal Trade Commission’s (FTC's) noncompete agreements ban. This stay affects employers nationwide and eliminates the original rule’s effective date of September 4th, 2024. Recently, the FTC issued a final rule banning noncompete agreements in most aspects of employment. https://lnkd.in/gjf_xMXz #ftc #employers #employmentlaw #humanresources #hr #noncompete

On August 14th, 2024, the National Integrated Heat Health Information System (NIHHIS) released a National Heat Strategy for 2024-2030. In general, the strategy promotes proactive coordination related to heat planning, response, and resilience. https://lnkd.in/gxbQNcxT #hr #humanresources #employmentlaw #employers #heat #workplacesafety #OSHA

On August 8th, 2024, the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) announced that a Westwood, Massachusetts-based staffing support firm will pay $1.25 million to settle a disability-related discrimination case. It was ruled that the company violated the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) when it did not place blind and low-vision job applicants in certain job positions. https://lnkd.in/gC5kFCpD #employmentlaw #hr #humanresources #ada #eeoc #disabilities #discrimination #employers

On July 22nd, 2024, the Department of Labor (DOL) announced a $4.2 million conciliation agreement over gender wage discrimination allegations. Specifically, the DOL’s Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) and a federal financial services provider were involved. https://lnkd.in/gpZVBS6m #hr #humanresources #employmentlaw #employers #ofccp #discrimination #wagediscrimination #genderdiscrimination

On July 16th, 2024, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) announced that it obtained a consent judgment involving whistleblower law. Specifically, the ruling came from the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Washington and includes a landmark injunction that permanently prevents the U.S. Postal Service (USPS) from retaliating against employees for whistleblower activities. https://lnkd.in/gw_i3ZVN #hr #humanresources #employers #employmentlaw #osha #whistleblower #retaliation

DON'T MISS OUT! Halfway through 2024, employers must navigate and implement various new employment laws that are currently in effect in 2024 or will go into effect in the near future. Join our webinar on July 25 to learn about impactful labor law updates and participate in a live Q&A session with an employment law attorney. Register now! https://lnkd.in/gz-dx3pk #webinar #employers #employmentlaw #humanresources #hr

DON'T MISS OUT! Halfway through 2024, employers must navigate and implement various new employment laws that are currently in effect in 2024 or will go into effect in the near future. Join our webinar on July 25 to learn about impactful labor law updates and participate in a live Q&A session with an employment law attorney. Register now! https://lnkd.in/gz-dx3pk #webinar #employers #employmentlaw #humanresources #hr

On July 11th, 2024, the Department of Labor (DOL) announced that it entered into a corporate-wide workplace safety compliance settlement. Specifically, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) ordered a popular national discount retailer to significantly improve workplace safety. As part of the settlement, these improvements must happen in all stores nationwide. https://lnkd.in/gHRvKmFc #employmentlaw #employers #hr #humanresources #OSHA #safety #workplacesafety

On July 3rd, 2024, two federal agencies announced resources on how individuals can avoid heat-related illness. Specifically, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and FEMA are monitoring the risk of extreme heat. The resources released provide tips on staying safe. https://lnkd.in/gHdWGm6w #heat #hhs #fema #osha #employmentlaw #employers #hr

Halfway through 2024, employers must navigate and implement various new employment laws that are currently in effect in 2024 or will go into effect in the near future. Join our webinar on July 25 to learn about impactful labor law updates and participate in a live Q&A session with an employment law attorney. Register now! https://lnkd.in/g7TrZip6 #webinar #employers #employmentlaw #humanresources #hr