We touched on the new independent contractor rules issued by the Department of Labor and the National Labor Relations Board during our January legislative update, but many of our attendees followed up by requesting more in-depth training on navigating independent contractor relationships in your businesses. With the DOL’s rule now in effect as of March
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Meet Joseph D. Dickey, Jr. of Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd’s Employment Law Team
Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd is thrilled to introduce the newest member of the employment law team, Joseph D. Dickey, Jr. Joseph brings a unique skill set to the firm. Employment team leader Chris Gantt-Sorenson recently sat down with Joseph so we can share more about his practice and background. Learn more in the full Q&A below.…
HSB Webinar Announcement: Immigration Law Update, Including the Latest on H-1B Visa Filings
Click here to view a recording of this complimentary webinar presented by HSB’s Employment Law team.
Join Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd’s Employment Law team for our next webinar on February 22, 2024, from 12-1 PM, where we will hear from Garrett Steck and Chris Gantt-Sorenson. They will discuss H-1B visa filings and recent changes impacting the…
Beyond the Horizon: What Employers Need to Know About the Latest Non-Compete Proposed Rules
During a recent webinar, Denny Major discussed the latest updates employers need to know about non-compete agreements and overtime requirements. In this blog post, Denny will highlight key takeaways and considerations for employers related to non-compete agreements.
Over the past several years, there has been growing sentiment against non-compete agreements from the federal government. In…
HSB Webinar Announcement: 2024 Employment Law Legislative Preview
Click here to view a recording of this complimentary webinar presented by HSB’s Employment Law team.
Join Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd’s Employment Law team for our first webinar of the new year. On January 25, from 12-1 PM, Chris Gantt-Sorenson and Katie Busbee will address key issues impacting employers this year in our 2024 employment law…
Wrapping up 2023 with our Top 4 Employment Law Questions of 2023
We’ve rounded up the most popular employment law questions we’ve answered on our blog throughout 2023. The end of the year is a great time to review your workplace policies and proactively plan for the start of the new year. Review these free resources below and ensure your workplace is prepared for the year ahead.…
Domestic H-1B Visa Renewal Pilot Program Expected to Start January 2024
On November 28, 2023, the U.S. Department of State confirmed the launch of a pilot program for the domestic renewal of visas with a projected start date of January 2024. The pilot program would allow for 20,000 domestic H-1B visa renewals, meaning that foreign nationals who are living and working in the U.S. in H-1B…
Celebrating Responsibly: HR’s Legal Checklist for Holiday Party Success
As the holiday season begins, many companies are gearing up to celebrate the year’s achievements with a festive workplace holiday party. While these events provide an excellent opportunity for team bonding and camaraderie, HR professionals must approach the planning and execution of such gatherings with a keen awareness of legal considerations and potential liabilities. Several…
Essentials for Maintaining Employee Handbooks, Including the Latest Employment Law Updates
During a recent webinar, Katie Busbee discussed the essential elements of maintaining your workplace’s employee handbooks. In this blog post, Katie will delve into key employee handbook components and best practices and explore recent employment law updates.
While not legally required, having an employee handbook is in every company’s best interest. It serves as a…
8 Steps to Conducting More Effective and Efficient Workplace Investigations, Best Practices
(In Demetrius’ leave of absence for military service, please contact Chris Gantt-Sorenson)
During a recent employment law webinar, Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd discussed considerations for employers when conducting workplace investigations. To help employers conduct more effective and efficient workplace investigations, we prepared the following workplace investigation checklist.