New law that would prohibit forced arbitration of certain claims
On March 3, 2022, President Biden signed into law the “End to Forced Arbitration of Sexual Assault and Sexual...
Sorting out the recent COVID-19 guidance – issues and options for employers
As of June 1, 2021, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), less than 50%...
COVID-19 clears the way for telehealth to treat Tennessee workplace injuries
One of the most fundamental rights of an injured worker under the Tennessee Workers’ Compensation Law is the right...
DOL proposes new rule defining independent contractors vs. employees under the FLSA
On Sept. 22, 2020, the U. S. Department of Labor (DOL) announced a proposed rule addressing how to determine...
APPEARANCE DISCRIMINATION: IS IT ILLEGAL?
One’s appearance is not an indication of one’s character or work ethic. And we have all heard the adage, “Don’t...
Supreme Court upholds religious protections in employment and governmental regulations
On July 8, 2020, the United States Supreme Court issued two 7-2 opinions in cases upholding various religious concerns...