Do I Have to Grant Interviews to Anyone Who Applies for a Job?
Question: I placed a help wanted ad in the local paper. I got a resume via fax from the local union […]
Author: Hilary Atkins
Hilary Atkins is ACCA General Counsel & Senior Vice President for Finance & Administration.
While the Rules Remain the Same, Fines Have Increased in Immigration Law Violations
ACCA’s Hilary Atkins explains the new higher fines for immigration law violations.
Employers: Get Ready for Bigger Penalties!
The federal government has been busy. I know, that seems to be a contradiction in terms. However, the Department of […]
Philadelphia Limits Use of Credit Information in Employment Decisions
ACCA’s Hilary Atkins explains Philadelphia’s new law making it illegal to use credit information in hiring decisions.
Injunction of Persuader Rule Blocked by Federal Court
ACCA’s Hilary Atkins explains the blocked injunction against the Persuader Rule.
Yes, Virginia, You Can Fire on the Spot
Hilary Atkins explains what the Virginia Supreme Court said about firing employees on the spot.
Austin Becomes First Texas City to Pass “Ban the Box” Law
ACCA’s Hilary Atkins explains Austin’s new “Ban The Box” law.
SCOTUS Clarifies Constructive Discharge Timer Running on Employee Claims
Hilary Atkins explains SCOTUS’s decision on the constructive discharge timer for employee claims.
Paid Sick Leave is Coming to Los Angeles as Soon as July 1, 2016
The Los Angeles City Council recently passed a motion to direct the City Attorney’s Office to move forward with a […]
New Pregnancy Accommodation Law Adopted in Colorado
ACCA’s Hilary Atkins explains new Colorado laws regarding pregnant employees.
Do I Have to Pay My Salaried Employees for Sick Days?
ACCA’s Hilary Atkins answers a question about paying for sick leave.
OSHA’s Revised Recordkeeping Rule Takes Place July 1, 2017
ACCA’s Hilary Atkins explains OSHA’s new recordkeeping rule.
Broadway Shows: Always Entertaining and this Time, Educational
ACCA’s Hilary Atkins looks at how to stay on the right side of the law when advertising jobs.
Medical Marijuana Made Legal in Pennsylvania
IE3 looks the the Pennsylvania law on medical marijuana.
California Court of Appeals Case Extends ADA Provisions to Non-Disabled Employees
Recently, a California court created a new duty to accommodate employees who, although not disabled themselves, are associated with a […]
Resolution Introduced in Congress to Block New “Persuader Rule”
The House of Representatives is seeking to block the Department of Labor’s (DOL) new “Persuader” Rule. ACCA’s Hilary Atkins has the details.
Three Lawsuits Filed in Response to DOL’s New “Persuader Rule”
ACCA’s Hilary Atkins looks at the three lawsuits pertaining to the DOL’s Persuader Rule.
Fifth Circuit Rejects “Constructive Knowledge” Off-the-Clock Claim by Employee
ACCA’s Hilary Atkins has the details on a recent overtime ruling from the Fifth Circuit Court.
New Overtime Regulations Move Closer to Final Rule and Implementation
IE3 has details on what may be coming for overtime rules.
Santa Monica, California Enacts Enhanced Minimum Wage and Paid Sick Leave Law
Several cities is California are enacting higher minimum wages and sick leave policies.
