Between shifting state employment laws and issues arising from COVID-19, employers are faced with multiple moving targets when rolling out employee handbooks. This August 26 webinar will center on hot topics like medical marijuana, remote work, and more. https://t.co/55NiN1sGKr
Are digital advertisement impressions a commodity? Senator Elizabeth Warren thinks so, and brings a convincing case to support her argument, but CFTC regulation may not be the most effective solution. https://t.co/2mLV8Dj7Ra
As contractors, gig workers have long been fighting for minimum wage and overtime guarantees, unemployment insurance, and the ability to unionize, among other benefits available to full-time employees. If the PRO Act becomes law, they could see changes. https://t.co/ygzbCWxruN
@BTLawNews is thrilled to welcome five accomplished undergrad students into the inaugural class of its Prelaw Scholars Program. The firm will help these individuals as they pursue law degrees by providing financial assistance and mentoring opportunities. https://t.co/F39703JuIx
Join us on September 29 for the ACC National Capital Region Fall Conference to hear our team share actionable tips for navigating the cyber insurance application and claims process, to ensure your organization is getting the fullest scope of coverage. https://t.co/PU57qJLjs3
Significant changes impacting employers could on the horizon with the NLRB's new pro-union members and general counsel. Union and non-union employers should be prepared for the new Board to begin aggressively pursuing a pro-union agenda. https://t.co/4lvjfuclS9
Don’t miss your chance to comment on upcoming rules that could impact how ESG risks are measured. Among the revisions are a new mandatory climate risk disclosure rule, changes to the Names Rule, plus possible disclosures involving diversity and inclusion. https://t.co/rpYk1xslEV
Science is coming to the assistance of policyholders facing denied coverage in COVID-19 tangible property damage claims. Insurers have taken the stance that the virus only causes intangible property damage, but a recent study proves otherwise. https://t.co/feXp5Xzqlm
What's going on with COVID-19 related workplace litigation? Get the details on emerging litigation trends, the evolving return-to-work situation, CDC guidance and more from @BTLawNews' Wage and Hour team on Aug. 11. https://t.co/Y9xnwLikhV
The SEC intends to play a significant role in the ESG space. New guidance from the agency outlines effective and deficient practices among investment advisers, registered investment companies, and private funds offering ESG investing strategies. https://t.co/mfn83ded2y
It looks like Scabby the Rat, the inflatable protest symbol used by unions, will be sticking around thanks to a new ruling from the NLRB. The Board determined that the use of Scabby and similar tools to protest certain actions does not violate the NLRA. https://t.co/5r5DEREVJX
@BTLawNews has gained a new partner in Washington, D.C. Please join us in welcoming Steven Adkins to the firm's Intellectual Property Department. https://t.co/fPjRjcieX0
Closely held and family business owners often have more decisions with too many potential outcomes to accurately manage. On August 18, join us for a lively conversation covering suggestions to prevent the more common pitfalls and best practices to follow. https://t.co/N65sVZsJeF
So proud of our four Minneapolis attorneys who have been named to the 2021 edition of Minnesota Super Lawyers! Congratulations to Connie Lahn, Bruce Little, Brian Melendez and Karen Schreiber. https://t.co/1Wl6bKgcGd
Join us on July 28 for our fourth installment of Wages In An Hour: What Employers Must Know About The Evolving Wage And Hour Landscape. Our speakers will share recent wage and hour developments, with an emphasis on practical guidance. https://t.co/90dMxFXpeA
California has become the latest state to allow a workaround on the $10,000 limitation on the deduction of state and local taxes of certain taxpayers. The workaround applies to qualifying Limited Liability Companies, Partnerships and “S” Corporations. https://t.co/GXToMMzrZE
A recent settlement agreement highlights the need for proper due diligence and truthful statements to investors and the SEC, particularly as the use of Special Purpose Acquisition Companies as investment vehicles continues to increase. https://t.co/TJKv6ZFpub
Indiana political subdivisions should understand what constitutes a cybersecurity incident as a newly enacted state law requires such incidents to be reported to the Indiana Office of Technology within 48 hours of occurrence. https://t.co/o3wepCmXwU
Workplace vaccination requirements are uncharted territory for most organizations outside the healthcare sector. A new lawsuit challenging company vaccine mandates could propel organizing efforts, and require bargaining with unions over vaccine policies. https://t.co/McPxPSCnUA
A new order form the SEC has raised the qualified client “net worth test” from $2.1 million to $2.2 million and raised the “assets under management” test from $1 million to $1.1 million, effective Aug. 16, 2021. https://t.co/cOqSh6ZpGS