Business Law & Regulations, Employment & Labor
November 11, 2021
Via: JD SupraOFCCP has announced a proposal to rescind the Trump-era final rule “Implementing Legal Requirements Regarding the Equal Opportunity Clause’s Religious Exemption”. As described in the Proposal: “OFCCP’s proposed rescission would preserve the EO 11246 religious exemption, which would still be available to […]
Business Law & Regulations, Know Your Rights, Workplace Safety & Health
January 21, 2021
Via: SHRMThe Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) approved revisions to its guidance on religious-discrimination claims for the first time in 13 years. The updates clarify the legal protections available to employers and employees, according to the agency. In a 3-2 vote […]
Business Law & Regulations, Employment & Labor
December 10, 2020
Via: JuristThe US Department of Labor implemented a new rule Monday that allows federal contractors to discriminate against employees under the guise of religious freedom. This ruling could affect more than four million employees. The rule expands the definition of religious […]