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Can I Require My Employees to Get Vaccinated?
With COVID-19 vaccines readily available to most Americans and more and more employees returning to the workplace, employers are being forced to decide what their vaccination policies will be for workers. One of the primary components of this decision-making process will involve understanding what employers can legally require their employees to do. We are here to help!
Is This The End of the Industrial-Age-Based Employment Model?
No matter your opinion about Proposition 22, the passage of the initiative was a huge win for “gig economy” entrepreneurs. It may also signal a shift in the way we think about employment, a change that has been years in the making. With the rise of the gig economy, both workers and businesses are relying on the industrial-age-based employment model less and less.
Ohio Senate Bill 276: Changes for the Ohio Limited Liability Company Act
In early January of this year, Governor Mike DeWine signed into law a new Ohio Limited Liability Company Act under Chapter 1706 of the Ohio Revised Code. Going into effect on January 1, 2022, the Act is intended to make it easier for people to conduct businesses in Ohio. Read on to see the different changes and how you and your business will be affected by the change.
Remote Work: DOL Guidance on Posting Notices
In accordance with federal, state, and local laws, employers must display certain notices and posters in their workplaces that advise employees of their rights. Prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, employers were able to satisfy these notice requirements by posting the notices on bulletin boards that were easily accessible to employees working on site. Now, however, with more people working from home, complying with these requirements has become more difficult. If you are an employer struggling to comply with the notice and posting requirements in the world of remote and hybrid work, continue reading for the Department of Labor (DOL) guidance and suggested best practices.
B-Coming a B-Corp: The Background, the Benefits, and How to Become One By Obtaining a Certification of "Social and Environmental Performance”
A B-Corp is a corporation that harnesses the power of businesses to address social and environmental problems. B-Corps are driven by their mission to build a more inclusive and sustainable economy for consumers and the people involved in their businesses. Read about the process and benefits here.
OSHA Issues New Guidance: Protecting Workers and Preventing the Spread of COVID
OSHA posted new guidance for employers and workers on how to mitigate and prevent the spread of COVID-19 in the workplace, not including health care and emergency response settings. The guidance consists of best-practice recommendations and descriptions of mandatory safety and health standards. Read full details here.
Accountants, Insurance Providers, & Attorneys - When to Rely on Each for Your Business
As a business owner, it can be challenging to know which type of professional service provider you need to contact when handling specific issues. While attorneys, accountants, and business insurance providers can all help your business run more smoothly, each also plays a unique role in supporting your organization. It is crucial to have a trusted member of each group for your team.
Ohio’s Anti-Discrimination Statute Amended to Align with Federal Law
Governor Mike DeWine signed into law an amendment to the Ohio Revised Code 4112, making several significant changes to how employment discrimination claims are handled in Ohio. The statute as amended now aligns more closely with the substantive and procedural requirements of federal anti-discrimination laws. Here are the most significant changes.
Powers of Attorney: What to Know to Navigate the COVID-19 World
A year into the COVID-19 pandemic, almost all of us know of at least one person who has been infected with the virus. With such a rampant virus still surging across the country, it is no wonder that people are still preparing for the worst. For some, preparation involves preparing Powers of Attorney. Here we cover the different types of POA that you should consider.
Estate Planning in Times of COVID-19: What to Know Before You Make Your Move
With the unstable economy and all of the furrows, layoffs, and government-imposed shutdowns, you may be finding yourself living in a big city, such as New York City or Chicago, with a realization that you are no longer able to reap the benefits like you once could. Faced with this reality, your instinct may be to move to mid-western towns, like Columbus, Ohio for instance, where the cost of living is lower.