Update On December 15, 2021, the New York City Health Commissioner issued a Workplace Vaccination Order explaining the City’s vaccination mandate for private businesses. Additional information on the new requirements can be found on the NYC Health Department website and in FAQs. The Continue Reading
OSHA COVID-19 Vaccination and Testing Rules for Large Employers are Paused by Legal Challenges
The Bottom Line Employers with 100 or more employees should become familiarized with the OSHA ETS in the event the ETS is upheld following the resolution of numerous legal challenges.The ETS requires employers to implement and distribute a written policy to employees covering mandatory Continue Reading
Workplace Re-Opening Checklist
New York City SHRM Legislative and Legal Conference
On October 28, Jessica Golden Cortes, Davis+Gilbert Labor + Employment partner, will moderate the New York City SHRM Legislative and Legal Conference and Sharon Cohen, Davis+Gilbert Labor + Employment associate, will speak during a session titled “COVID 19 & Return to Work” on October 28 at the Continue Reading
ThinkLA | Return To Work: Discussion and Townhall
On October 21, Davis+Gilbert Labor + Employment partner Jessica Golden Cortes will speak during a panel titled “Return to Work: Discussion and Townhall,” hosted by ThinkLA. Session Overview It’s one thing to want to bring everyone back to the office, but actually doing it is an Continue Reading
2021 New York Law School Alumni Celebration | Employment Law Primer on the Current State of the COVID Era
On October 15, Jessica Golden Cortes will present during a webinar titled “Employment Law Primer on the Current State of the COVID Era” at the 2021 New York Law School Alumni Celebration. CLE: 1.5 credits in Areas of Professional Practice (NY transitional and Continue Reading
Davis+Gilbert Labor + Employment Webinar | Navigating Employee Accommodations: Vaccination Policies and Otherwise
With many companies adopting mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policies, employers are faced with difficult questions regarding medical and religious accommodation obligations: How do we handle exemption requests with respect to vaccination mandates? What is a “sincerely held religious belief”? Continue Reading
New York Law Journal | Preparing for a Legal and PR Crisis After Company Vaccine Mandates
Cybersecurity and Privacy Risks Rise with Remote Workforce
The Bottom Line It is important for businesses to address their cybersecurity and other risks they face with a remote workforce since remote work is likely here to stay in one form or another.Employers must stay vigilant and not become complacent as time goes on, as well as maintain regular Continue Reading
SAG-AFTRA and JPC Allow for Mandatory Vaccine Policies on Production Sets
The Bottom Line Agencies and advertisers producing commercials under SAG-AFTRA may require mandatory vaccination for talent, subject to compliance with union protocols.Virtual auditions must be made available when an audition location requires proof of vaccination in order to enter.SAG-AFTRA’s Continue Reading