Starting in January 2025, HSA contribution limits will increase to $4,300 for self-only coverage and $8,550 for family coverage. HDHP requirements and employer contributions also adjusted.
Tag: Labor and Employment Law
Weeding Out: Marijuana’s Blazing Trail from a Schedule I to a Schedule III Drug
The DEA plans to reclassify marijuana from Schedule I to Schedule III under the CSA, impacting medical use and business deductions, but not affecting recreational marijuana legality. Employers face challenges ahead.
Stranger Danger: OSHA’s New Rule Permits Enigmatic Third Wheel at Inspections
The new OSHA rule allows non-employee third-party representatives, potentially influencing workplace inspections. Employers must carefully navigate this change to avoid adverse outcomes and legal consequences.
No Permits, Just Guns – at Work? (Oh My!)
Effective July 4, 2024, Louisiana residents aged 18 and above may carry weapons without a permit. However, employers can still restrict access to weapons in the workplace. Employers may need to update policies to comply with the new law.
Weeding Out: BLM Insignia as Protected Concerted Activity at Work
The National Labor Relations Board ruled that prohibiting BLM insignia at work was unlawful. The display was considered protected concerted activity, stemming from complaints about race discrimination. No automatic protection for BLM display at work.
Weeding Out: Trouble for Federal Government Contractors
Federal contractors and subcontractors face challenges with state marijuana laws, impacting compliance, legal risks, and conflicts between federal, state, and local regulations. Legal counsel is crucial.
Game Changers: NLRB says Dartmouth College Men’s Basketball Players Are Employees of the University
On October 30, 2023, the White House issued an Executive Order addressing artificial intelligence (AI) development and use. The Order emphasizes the dual nature of AI and its implications for the job market, employee rights, and work in the age of AI. It also signals the need for responsible innovation and training in AI tool development, addressing concerns about workplace discrimination.
Non-Compete Agreements Are Enforceable in Louisiana
On October 30, 2023, the White House issued an Executive Order addressing artificial intelligence (AI) development and use. The Order emphasizes the dual nature of AI and its implications for the job market, employee rights, and work in the age of AI. It also signals the need for responsible innovation and training in AI tool development, addressing concerns about workplace discrimination.
Weeding Out: Stoners at Work
Employers face challenges navigating marijuana laws in preventing impairment at work. Zero-tolerance policies help mitigate risks and align with creating a safe work environment. Marijuana drug-testing limitations require alternative means to prove impairment. Training employees to recognize signs of impairment fosters a safe and productive workplace, despite complex legal landscapes.
Game Changers: Is the NCAA Throwing in the Towel?
On October 30, 2023, the White House issued an Executive Order addressing artificial intelligence (AI) development and use. The Order emphasizes the dual nature of AI and its implications for the job market, employee rights, and work in the age of AI. It also signals the need for responsible innovation and training in AI tool development, addressing concerns about workplace discrimination.
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