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PUMP for Nursing Mothers Act
On May 17, 2023, the US Department of Labor issued a bulletin (No. 2023-2) which gave attorneys and employers alike guidance on the new Providing
Pregnant Workers Fairness Act Set to Take Effect in June
The Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA), signed into law in late 2022, will take full effect on June 27, 2023, at which time the Equal
The Kullman Firm Introduces The Summer Law Clerk Class of 2023
The Kullman Firm is pleased to introduce our Summer Law Clerks. Our program introduces law students to the inner workings of a law office and
INCLUSION IN ACTION: The Henry P. Julien, II Scholars Program
The Kullman Firm was recently asked to share some of its efforts to promote diversity in the legal industry in an article in the New
OFCCP Announces that Contractors must Implement Revised Voluntary Self-Identification of Disability Form by July 25, 2023
In late April of 2023, the Office of Management and Budget approved the OFCCP’s revised Self-Identification of Disability Form. The new form includes some additional
OFCCP SETS DEADLINE OF JUNE 29, 2023, FOR FEDERAL CONTRACTORS TO SUBMIT THEIR ANNUAL CERTIFICATION OF DEVELOPMENT/MAINTENANCE OF AFFIRMATIVE ACTION PLANS
On March 20, 2023, the Office of Federal Contract Compliance (“OFCCP”) released a bulletin announcing the opening date of its “Contractor Portal” for the second
MaryJo Roberts Awarded the 2023 Inspire Higher Award
The Kullman Firm is proud to announce that MaryJo Roberts, a shareholder in the New Orleans office, will be recognized for her dedication to the
The Kullman Firm Welcomes Molly Gunnels as an Associate
February 28, 2023 – The Kullman Firm is pleased to announce that Molly J. Gunnels has joined the firm as an associate in the Baton
The Kullman Firm Welcomes Matthew J. Braquet as an Associate
January 30, 2023 – The Kullman Firm is pleased to announce that Matthew J. Braquet has joined the firm as an associate in the New Orleans,
The Kullman Firm Announces Allison Fish as a Shareholder
The Kullman Firm is pleased to announce that Allison A. Fish was named as Shareholder effective January 1, 2023. Allison Fish resides in the New
EEOC Publishes New “Know Your Rights” Poster Which Employers Must Begin Using
On October 20, the EEOC released a “Know Your Rights” poster which updates and replaces the former “EEO is the Law” poster. Although both posters’
The Kullman Firm Ranked as a U.S. News – Best Lawyers “Best Law Firm”
The Kullman Firm is honored to be ranked in the 2023 U.S. News – Best Lawyers “Best Law Firm” list. The firm’s Baton Rouge, Mobile,
The Kullman Firm Welcomes Amiel Provosty
September 19, 2022 – The Kullman Firm is pleased to announce that Amiel Provosty has joined the firm in the New Orleans, LA, office. Mr.
The Kullman Firm Welcomes Benjamin Landau-Beispiel as an Associate
September 6, 2022 – The Kullman Firm is pleased to announce that Benjamin Landau-Beispiel has joined the firm as an associate in the New Orleans,
M. Rebecca Cooper Named Secretary, Younger Lawyers’ Division
M. Rebecca Cooper, an associate in Kullman’s New Orleans office was recently named Secretary of the Younger Lawyers’ Division of the New Orleans Chapter of
The Kullman Firm Welcomes Angelle Crochet as an Associate
August 22, 2022 – The Kullman Firm is pleased to announce that Angelle E. Crochet has joined the firm as an associate in the New
SUPREME COURT BLOCKS VACCINE MANDATE FOR LARGE BUSINESSES #2
The United States Supreme Court today ruled that OSHA’s Emergency Temporary Standard (ETS), requiring all employers with 100 or more employees to implement COVID-19 vaccination or testing policies ……
SUPREME COURT BLOCKS VACCINE MANDATE FOR LARGE BUSINESSES
The United States Supreme Court today ruled that OSHA’s Emergency Temporary Standard (ETS), requiring all employers with 100 or more employees to implement COVID-19 vaccination or testing policies ……
OFCCP LAUNCHES ITS NEW CONTRACTOR PORTAL: CONTRACTORS WILL BE REQUIRED TO ANNUALLY CERTIFY DEVELOPMENT/MAINTENANCE OF AFFIRMATIVE ACTION PLANS
On December 2, 2021, the Office of Federal Contract Compliance (“OFCCP”) released a bulletin announcing the creation of its new “Contractor Portal.” That Portal must
OSHA ISSUES COVID VACCINE/TESTING RULE
UPDATE: On November 6, 2021 the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit temporarily stayed OSHA’s new Emergency Temporary Standard (ETS) Rule on COVID-19
NEW COVID-19 VACCINE GUIDANCE FOR FEDERAL CONTRACTORS AND SUBCONTRACTORS
On September 24, 2021, the Safer Federal Workforce Task Force released new Guidance on COVID-19 workplace safety protocols for Federal Contractors and Subcontractors. This Guidance
PRESIDENT BIDEN RAMPS UP COVID-19 VACCINATION AND TESTING REQUIREMENTS
Three major developments pertaining to COVID-19 in the workplace have just emerged from the federal government. These developments affect federal employees and contractors, as well
RECENT DEVELOPMENTS ON BIDEN ADMINISTRATION’S COVID-19 VACCINE MANDATES
In the last few weeks, various courts around the country have issued decisions regarding the Biden Administration’s COVID-19 vaccine mandates.
With respect to the OSHA vaccine mandate, the ……
CDC ISSUES INTERIM PUBLIC HEALTH RECOMMENDATIONS FOR FULLY VACCINATED PEOPLE
On July 27, 2021, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (“CDC”) issued public health guidance recommending that fully vaccinated individuals resume wearing a mask
CALIFORNIA SAYS MEAL AND BREAK PENALTIES MUST BE CALCULATED IN THE SAME MANNER AS OVERTIME PAY
Employers operating in the State of California are already painfully aware of the many legal obstacles present. State labor laws set firm timing requirements for
DEPARTMENT OF LABOR RELEASES EMERGENCY TEMPORARY STANDARD REGARDING COVID-19 FOR HEALTHCARE WORKERS
On June 10, 2021, the Department of Labor issued an Emergency Temporary Standard (ETS) for controlling COVID-19 and protecting workers in healthcare settings. The ETS
HOUSE PASSES THE “PROTECTING THE RIGHT TO ORGANIZE” ACT, PORTENDING A POTENTIAL SEA CHANGE IN AMERICAN LABOR LAW
House Passes the “Protecting the Right to Organize” Act, Portending a potential sea change in American Labor Law
EMPLOYEE BENEFIT CONSIDERATIONS FROM THE AMERICAN RESCUE PLAN ACT OF 2021: ALL THINGS COBRA
Employee Benefit Considerations from the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021: All Things COBRA Last week, the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 (“ARPA”) became law. The
CALIFORNIA COVID-19 LEGISLATIVE UPDATE
California’s Covid-19 related legislation did not end with 2020. In the last 60 days, the State has passed at least two critical pieces of legislation
PRESIDENT BIDEN SIGNS TWO EXECUTIVE ORDERS IN SUPPORT OF INCREASED UNION ORGANIZING AND ANNOUNCING $15 MINIMUM WAGE FOR CERTAIN FEDERAL CONTRACTOR EMPLOYEES
President Biden recently signed two Executive Orders with substantial implications for non-union employers, as well as for those employing workers on federal contracts and subcontracts.
COBRA SUBSIDY UNDER THE AMERICAN RESCUE PLAN ACT OF 2021: NEW DOL GUIDANCE & MODEL NOTICES
COBRA Subsidy Under the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021: New DOL Guidance & Model Notices On April 7, 2021, the Department of Labor (“DOL”)
EXPANDED LEAVE ENTITLEMENTS UNDER THE CALIFORNIA FAMILY RIGHTS ACT
Expanded Leave Entitlements Under the California Family Rights Act Effective January 1, 2021, California employers with five or more employees will be required to provide family and medical
EEOC VACCINE GUIDANCE UPDATE
On December 16, 2020, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) issued its first direct guidance for employers regarding COVID-19 vaccines approved or authorized by the
CALIFORNIA REQUIRES LARGE EMPLOYER TO PROVIDE SUPPLEMENTAL LEAVE FOR COVID-19 REASONS
California Requires Large Employer to Provide Supplemental Leave for COVID-19 Reasons Companies with California operations take note. A new California law enacted specifically to address
CALIFORNIA ENACTS ADDITIONAL COVID-19 LEGISLATION RELATED TO EMPLOYEE NOTICE AND WORKERS’ COMPENSATION
On September 17, 2020, California Governor Gavin Newsom signed two bills into law as part of his worker protection package. The first, SB 1159, creates
DEPARTMENT OF LABOR ISSUES REVISED FFCRA REGULATIONS IN RESPONSE TO NEW YORK FEDERAL COURT’S RULING
On August 3, 2020, the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York, in the case of New York v. U.S. Department of
DISTRICT COURT JUDGE VACATES PORTIONS OF FINAL RULE REGARDING THE FAMILIES FIRST CORONAVIRUS RESPONSE ACT
Yesterday, a New York district court judge struck down portions of the Department of Labor’s Final Rule implemented to address the Families First Coronavirus Response
CDC ISSUES NEW GUIDANCE REGARDING ISOLATION AND PRECAUTIONS FOR COVID-19 INFECTED INDIVIDUALS
On July 22, 2020, the CDC issued new guidance entitled “Duration of Isolation and Precautions for Adults with COVID-19.” The new guidance can be found
DOL UPDATES ITS FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS UNDER THE FAMILIES FIRST CORONAVIRUS RESPONSE ACT (“FFCRA”)
In a July 20, 2020, update to the DOL’s guidance regarding the application and agency interpretation of FFCRA, DOL has added additional questions and answers
NEW EEOC GUIDANCE: EMPLOYERS MAY NOT REQUIRE COVID ANTIBODY TESTING OF EMPLOYEES RETURNING TO THE WORKPLACE
On Wednesday, June 17, the EEOC issued a further update to its guidance document entitled “What You Should Know About COVID-19 and the ADA, the
OSHA PUBLISHES SERIES OF FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS REGARDING THE USE OF MASKS IN THE WORKPLACE
Last week, OSHA published six frequently asked questions (FAQs) and answers related to wearing cloth face coverings in the workplace. In addition to outlining the
EEOC UPDATES GUIDANCE ON COVID-19, THE ADA AND OTHER FEDERAL EMPLOYMENT LAWS
On June 11, 2020, the EEOC issued its latest update to an already-existing document entitled “What You Should Know About COVID-19 and the ADA, The
SENATE PASSES HOUSE BILL LOOSENING PPP LOAN OBLIGATIONS FOR EMPLOYERS
On Wednesday evening, June 3, the United States Senate by unanimous voice vote passed the Paycheck Protection Program Flexibility Act of 2020 in the same
PRESIDENT SIGNS “EXECUTIVE ORDER ON REGULATORY RELIEF TO SUPPORT ECONOMIC RECOVERY”
On Tuesday, May 19, President Trump signed an Executive Order designed to ease federal agency enforcement actions against employers attempting in good faith to comply
SMALL BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION RELEASES PPP LOAN FORGIVENESS APPLICATION FORM, WITH DETAILED INSTRUCTIONS
The SBA recently issued a “Paycheck Protection Program Loan Forgiveness Application” form, with accompanying “Application Instructions for Borrowers.” The instructions direct borrowers to submit the
IMMIGRATION EXTENDS RELAXED FORM I-9 DOCUMENT REVIEW REQUIREMENTS AND RELAXES LIST “B” DOCUMENT REQUIREMENTS
As businesses begin to re-open and re-hire, the Department of Homeland Security (“DHS”) has recently made some announcements regarding relaxed document requirements for the Form
THE SBA HAS ISSUED ADDITIONAL GUIDANCE UNDER THE PAYCHECK PROTECTION PROGRAM (“PPP”) REGARDING REPAYMENT
After warning companies who received loans under the Paycheck Protection Program (“PPP”) to review their good-faith certifications of the necessity of such loans and providing
CHECKLIST FOR RETURN TO WORK WHEN STAY-AT-HOME ORDERS ARE LIFTED
As more state and local governments are loosening stay-at-home orders, and more businesses are seeking to return employees to work, myriad questions are arising about
NO EEO-1 REPORTING REQUIRED THIS YEAR!
In a Notice published on Thursday, May 7, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission announced it was delaying the anticipated filing deadline of the 2019 EEO-1
DOL AND IRS ISSUE RULE EXTENDING TIMEFRAMES FOR COBRA ELECTIONS AND PREMIUM PAYMENTS; NEW MODEL COBRA NOTICES ALSO PUBLISHED
On Monday, May 4, 2020, the Employee Benefits Security Administration of the Department of Labor and the Internal Revenue Service jointly published a Rule in