Early in the pandemic, the primary concern of age discrimination in employment centered on the mass layoffs and furloughs that were being conducted when many businesses were ordered to shut down their operations. Often, when employers conduct mass layoffs there can be the tendency to let go of older (and likely more expensive) employees in […]
Did you know that it is recommended to do a yearly I-9 audit? It is so important to do regular checks of your employee files and I-9s and this time of the year is the perfect time to do it. If you need assistance, NAE can help. Our team of experienced professionals can assist through […]
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Pay EquityAlthough President Trump has not formally conceded the presidential race against democratic challenger Joe Biden and continues contest the election results, it is important for Nevada employers to be aware of what changes may occur during a Biden administration. It is anticipated that the approach of Biden will likely resemble that of former President Barack […]
In the midst of record COVID-19 cases in Nevada, Governor Steve Sisolak has announced new mitigation directives that will affect businesses statewide. Calling for a statewide “pause,” Governor Sisolak issued new capacity restrictions for certain business, as well as implementing a new mandatory mask mandate. The new restrictions are set to go into effect at […]
While many are familiar with the liability protections for businesses that came from Senate Bill 4 (SB4), it also implemented new requirements for public accommodations to limit the transmission of COVID-19 among employees and guests. Those provisions include implementation of a written response plan, which includes procedures for sanitization and handwashing, screening and social distancing, […]
“How many employees do you have?” That seems like a fairly easy and straightforward question. It’s one we ask employers everyday so we can provide appropriate guidance on a variety of HR issues. The number of employees dictates what employment laws apply and what obligations the employer has to their employees. Whether we are talking […]
In the age of social media, many people rarely think twice about a photo of themselves ending up on the internet. In fact, many people would be happy to see their smiling mug on Facebook or Instagram so long as they are portrayed as doing something “cool” and get the requisite amount of “likes” on […]
Following Governor Sisolak’s May 7, 2020 announcement to begin Phase 1 of the Nevada United Roadmap to Recovery, many businesses were permitted to reopen under certain restrictions. The State of Nevada subsequently issued industry specific guidance on those restrictions for the businesses permitted to reopen. Notably, for every industry it is either mandatory or suggested […]
The Department of Labor (DOL) has been updating it’s guidance on the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA) for employers as new issues come up in the implementation of this new law. One recent update clarified in what situations an employee may be able to take employer-provided paid time off concurrently with certain FFCRA leaves. […]
Every so often, we will receive a call from a concerned employer about a notice they received from the either the Nevada Equal Rights Commission (NERC) or the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC). Unfortunately, the notice they received often informs the employer that a Charge of Discrimination has been filed against them by either a […]
