HSB Blog
And So It Begins: EPA adds PFOS and PFOA to CERCLA list of Hazardous Substances
April 26, 2024
On Friday, April 19, 2024, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) added two of the 12,000+ PFAS to the CERCLA list of hazardous substances. CERCLA is commonly known as the superfund law and was passed in 1980 to allow EPA and state agencies to seek cleanup costs for releases of hazardous substances into the environment. CERCLA can impose broad liability on potentially responsible parties and is used by EPA and state agencies to force such entities to respond and remediate to releases of hazardous substances.FTC Finalizes Rule Banning Non-Compete Clauses
April 24, 2024
Yesterday, April 23, 2024, the Federal Trade Commission issued a much anticipated final rule banning non-compete agreements. The final rule, which is effective August 21, 2024, prohibits any person (including business entities) from entering into or attempting to enter into a “non-compete clause.”DOL Raises Salary Thresholds for Exempt Workers
April 23, 2024
The U.S. Department of Labor (“DOL”) has announced increases for the salary thresholds for exempt workers under the Fair Labor Standards Act (“FLSA”).EEOC Finalizes Pregnancy Workers Fairness Act
April 18, 2024
The EEOC issued its Final Rule and Interpretive Guidance implementing the Pregnancy Workers Fairness Act (PWFA) on Monday, April 15, 2024. The Rule becomes effective sixty days after it is published in the Title 29 of the Code of Federal Regulations, Appendix A to part 1636.Love is Blind.
April 12, 2024
It’s not often I get to title an employment law update “Love is Blind,” but a recent ruling presents an opportunity to remind employers arbitration provisions in employment agreements are not enforceable when an employment dispute turned litigation pertains directly or indirectly to sex harassment.HSB Webinar Announcement: FLSA Exempt Salary Rule
April 10, 2024
Click here to view a recording of this complimentary webinar presented by HSB's Employment Law team.
HSB Webinar Announcement: Navigating Independent Contractor Relationships
March 13, 2024
Click here to view a recording of this complimentary webinar presented by HSB's Employment Law team.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.
Meet Joseph D. Dickey, Jr. of Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd’s Employment Law Team
February 22, 2024
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
February 07, 2024
Click here to view a recording of this complimentary webinar presented by HSB’s Employment Law team.
Beyond the Horizon: What Employers Need to Know About the Latest Non-Compete Proposed Rules
January 16, 2024
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.