Labor Law Updates

Lillian Chavez, Esq., who heads the expert legal team behind Poster Guard Plus™ , answers a variety of questions about the complex laws surrounding the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA).

The pace of labor law posting changes isn’t slowing down. In fact, the next 15 months promise a wave of updates that will impact workplaces nationwide. From a closely watched EEOC revision to sweeping paid family and medical leave programs and rising minimum wages, employers should be prepared for a busy compliance season.

The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) recently stated that the Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal poster will be revised due to several executive orders issued by the president. While the official release date has not yet been announced, employers should prepare to replace existing posters once the updated poster becomes available.

Awareness and education are key components in the fight against human trafficking. In recent years, many states, along with a handful of smaller jurisdictions and the federal government, have taken steps to increase awareness by requiring the display of human trafficking posters in certain businesses.

Hiring teens for after-school, summer, or part-time jobs can be a great way to build your team — but it also comes with legal responsibilities. The federal Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), along with state-specific child labor laws, sets clear guidelines around hiring minors.