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The Kullman Firm Ranked as a Best Lawyers “Best Law Firm” in 2025
November 7, 2024 – The Kullman Firm is honored to be ranked in the 2025 Best Law Firms® – United States list. Regional Rankings Baton
Federal Contractors Who File EEO-1 Data Should Consider Submitting Written Objections by December 9, 2024 to Prevent Public Disclosure
A new Freedom of Information Act (“FOIA”) request may result in disclosure of federal contractors’ and first-tier subcontractors’ Type 2 Consolidated EEO-1 Report data (“EEO-1
Federal Agencies Issue Wave of Health Plan Guidance: Preventive Services, Contraception, and Cybersecurity
Last week, the Departments of Health & Human Services, Labor, and Treasury (Departments) proposed new regulations aimed at promoting access to contraception. Separately, the Internal
Sam Zurik, III Recognized in the 2024 New Orleans CityBusiness Leadership in Law Publication
October 18, 2024 – Sam Zurik III, a shareholder in the Kullman New Orleans office, is recognized in the 20th edition of New Orleans CityBusiness
The Kullman Firm Announces New Associates Admitted to Practice in Louisiana
October 4, 2024 – The Kullman Firm is pleased to announce that Brianna R. Hanson and Anna S. Jones have officially been admitted to practice
Fifth Circuit Affirms Labor Department’s Authority To Set Minimum Salary Requirements
In a significant win for the Biden administration, on September 11, 2024, the U.S. Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed the U.S. Department of Labor’s
The Kullman Firm Welcomes Brianna R. Hanson as an Associate
September 6, 2024 – The Kullman Firm is pleased to announce that Brianna R. Hanson has joined the firm as an associate in the New
Federal Court Enjoins FTC Non-Compete Ban on Nationwide Basis
On August 20, 2024, the Federal Trade Commission’s rule banning almost all non-compete agreements was struck down by a federal court for the Northern District
The Kullman Firm Welcomes Anna S. Jones as an Associate
August 16, 2024 – The Kullman Firm is pleased to announce that Anna S. Jones has joined the firm as an associate in the New
Louisiana Restricts Non-Compete Agreements for Physicians
August 9, 2024 – Following the recent national trend of restrictions on employee non-compete agreements, Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry signed Act 273 into law on
Recent Pennsylvania Federal Court Decision Creates Federal District Court Split on FTC Non-Compete Rule
July 26, 2024 – On Tuesday, July 23, 2024, the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania upheld the Federal Trade Commission’s (“FTC’s”)
The 2024 Kullman Firm Scholarship Awarded to Ashley Brown
July 26, 2024 – In 2020, The Kullman Firm established a scholarship in furtherance of the Firm’s commitment to advance diversity within the legal profession.
Sam Zurik, III Named to 2024 New Orleans CityBusiness Leadership in Law Class
July 9, 2024 – New Orleans CityBusiness has named The Kullman Firm Shareholder Sam Zurik, III as a 2024 Leadership in Law Honoree. Sam has
Federal Court Declines to Issue Nationwide Injunction Barring Implementation of DOL Minimum Salary Threshold Increase
July 8, 2024 – On June 28, 2024, the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Texas granted a preliminary injunction to block the
Texas Federal District Court Grants Preliminary Injunction Against FTC Rule Banning Non-Competes – But Only Applicable to Parties in This Specific Lawsuit
July 5, 2024–In a significant new development following the Federal Trade Commission’s (“FTC”) April 23, 2024, far-reaching final rule effectively banning all non-competition agreements, on
California’s Private Attorney General Act: Welcome Change Has Arrived
July 3, 2024 – Various labor and business groups, including the California Chamber of Commerce and California Governor Gavin Newsom, agreed in late June to
New York State’s Nursing Mothers in the Workplace Act to Require Paid Breaks
July 3, 2024 – As of June 19, 2024, New York State Labor Law § 206-c requires employers to provide paid lactation breaks for all
Supreme Court Tightens NLRB Injunction Test
June 18, 2024 – On June 13, 2024, the United States Supreme Court issued an 8-1 decision in Starbucks Corp. v. McKinney, 602 U. S.
Reminder of OFCCP Contractor Portal Certification Deadline of July 1, 2024
Attention Federal Contractors and Subcontractors: Don’t forget to certify your compliance with Affirmative Action Program (AAP) requirements through the Contractor Portal by July 1, 2024.
The Kullman Firm Introduces The Summer Law Clerk Class of 2024
May 14, 2024 – The Kullman Firm is pleased to introduce our Summer Law Clerks. Our program introduces law students to the inner workings of
EEOC Issues New Workplace Harassment Guidance
May 3, 2024 – On April 29, 2024, the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) published its “Enforcement Guidance on Harassment in the Workplace,” which
DOL Final Rule Dramatically Increases the Salary Thresholds for the FLSA’s White-Collar Exemptions as of July 1, 2024
On April 26, 2024, the Wage and Hour Division of the Department of Labor (“DOL”) will publish its Final Rule regarding 29 CFR Part 541,
The FTC Bans Non-Competition Agreements
April 25, 2024 – On April 23, 2024, the Federal Trade Commission issued its far-reaching final rule which effectively bans all post-employment non-competition agreements between
Supreme Court Lowers Plaintiffs’ Burden for Title VII Discrimination Actions
April 23, 2024 – On April 17, 2024, the United States Supreme Court handed down a 9-0 decision in Muldrow v. City of St. Louis,
EEOC Issues Final Regulation on Pregnant Workers Fairness Act
On April 15, 2024, The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) issued a final rule to implement the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA). The PWFA
OFCCP’s Contractor Portal Opened for Certifying AAP Compliance
On April 1, 2024, the Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) began accepting online submissions from covered contractors and subcontractors to certify the current
Order to Disclose 75k EEO-1 Reports Stayed Pending OFCCP’s Appeal to the 9th Circuit
March 8, 2024 – On February 16, 2024, the United States District Court for the Northern District of California granted a temporary stay of the
OFCCP Ordered to Produce 75k EEO-1 Reports, Containing Gender, Racial, and Job-Category Data, Over Objections
February 16, 2024 – On January 26, 2024, the Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) for the U.S. Dept. of Labor (USDL) issued notice
Biden Administration Moves to Require Salary Range Disclosure, Prohibit Use of Applicants’ Salary History in Hiring By Federal Contractors
January 30, 2024 – On January 29, 2024, the Biden Administration announced two new measures aimed at eliminating gender and racial gaps in average earnings
DOL Publishes Long-Awaited Final Rule: Employee or Independent Contractor Classification Under the Fair Labor Standards Act
January 12, 2024 – This week, the U.S. Department of Labor (“DOL”) issued its final rule on Employee or Independent Contractor Classification under the Fair
The Kullman Firm Celebrates the New Year with Two New Shareholders
January 1, 2024 – The Kullman Firm is pleased to announce the appointment of two new shareholders in the firm’s New Orleans office. George C.
California Legislative Updates for 2024
December 21, 2023 – California will certainly be one of the states to watch in 2024, as its active legislative session has ushered in a
Health Plans Must Now Include Gag Clause Prohibition Compliance Attestation
November 22, 2023 – A requirement passed by Congress in 2021 becomes effective as of December 31, 2023. The Consolidated Appropriations Act (“CAA”) of 2021
Ernest Malone Named “Lawyer of the Year” by Best Lawyers® 2024
November 16, 2023 – The Kullman Firm is proud to congratulate Ernest R. Malone, Jr. on being named 2024 “Lawyer of the Year” in Labor
Alabama Exempts Overtime Compensation from State Income Tax
November 6, 2023 – Effective January 1, 2024, through June 30, 2025, Alabama has enacted a statute to exempt overtime pay received by full-time hourly
NLRB Issues New and Expansive Joint-Employer Rule
October 31, 2023 – Last week, the National Labor Relations Board (“NLRB”) issued its final rule on the joint-employer standard under the National Labor Relations
MaryJo Roberts Recognized in the 2023 New Orleans CityBusiness Leadership in Law Publication
October 30, 2023 – MaryJo Roberts, a shareholder in the Kullman New Orleans office, is recognized in the 19th edition of New Orleans CityBusiness Leadership
The Kullman Firm Announces Three New Associates Admitted to Practice in Louisiana
October 6, 2023 – The Kullman Firm is pleased to announce that Jean Carlo “J.C.” Bonilla Rivera, Alexander J. Debruge, and Darla N. Nguyen have officially been admitted
The DOL and EEOC Formally Agree to Share Information
September 15, 2023 – On September 14, 2023, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (“EEOC”) and the Department of Labor Wage Hour Division (“WHD”) announced that
New York Enacts Legislation Outlawing Captive Audience Meetings
September 8, 2023 – On September 7, 2023, New York became the latest state seeking to further restrict employers’ ability to voice their opinions on
The Kullman Firm Welcomes Alexander Debruge as an Associate
September 5, 2023 – The Kullman Firm is pleased to announce that Alexander J. Debruge has joined the firm as an associate in the New
The DOL Will Propose a Rule that Would Dramatically Increase the Salary Thresholds for the FLSA’s White-Collar Exemptions
September 1, 2023 – On August 30, 2023, the Wage and Hour Division of the Department of Labor issued a Notice of Proposed Rule Making
NLRB Issues Game-Changing Decision for Union Organization Attempts
September 1, 2023 – On August 25, 2023, the NLRB announced new obligations and potential legal hazards for employers if they are presented with a
Fifth Circuit Decision Increases Employer Liability Under Title VII
August 25, 2023 – Fifth Circuit Decision Increases Employer Liability Under Title VII with Broader Definition of Actionable “Employment Decisions” The recent en banc ruling
The Kullman Firm Welcomes Jean Carlo “J.C.” Bonilla Rivera and Darla N. Nguyen as Associates
August 21, 2023 – The Kullman Firm is pleased to announce that Jean Carlo “J.C.” Bonilla Rivera and Darla N. Nguyen have joined the firm as
Employee Handbooks in NLRB’s Crosshairs
August 10, 2023 – On August 2, 2023, the NLRB announced its new analysis for whether a work rule or handbook provision violates the NLRA
The Kullman Firm Scholarship
August 4, 2023 – In 2020, The Kullman Firm established a scholarship in furtherance of the Firm’s commitment to advance diversity within the legal profession.
Benjamin H. Banta Rejoins the Firm as a Shareholder
July 23, 2023 – The Kullman Firm is happy to announce the return of Benjamin H. Banta to the New Orleans office as a Shareholder.
EEO-1 Component 1 Collection Date Pushed Back to Fall of 2023
July 17, 2023 – The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) recently posted on its EEO-1 data collection page that it has not yet completed the
Supreme Court Decision Now Imposes Higher Standard for Employers to Deny Religious Accommodations for Employees
July 13, 2023 – In its recent unanimous decision, Groff v. DeJoy, the Supreme Court addressed the standards for when an employer may deny an
MaryJo Roberts Named to 2023 CityBusiness Leadership in Law
July 11, 2023 – New Orleans CityBusiness has named Kullman Shareholder MaryJo Roberts as a 2023 Leadership in Law Honoree. She has been selected as
California Court of Appeals Invalidates Arbitration Agreement Based on Terms In Other Documents
June 23, 2023 – The California Court of Appeals has handed down a new ruling affecting how employers deal with employee contracts, and specifically, potential
PUMP for Nursing Mothers Act
May 23, 2023 – On May 17, 2023, the US Department of Labor issued a bulletin (No. 2023-2) which gave attorneys and employers alike guidance
Pregnant Workers Fairness Act Set to Take Effect in June
May 17, 2023 – The Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA), signed into law in late 2022, will take full effect on June 27, 2023, at
The Kullman Firm Introduces The Summer Law Clerk Class of 2023
May 16, 2023 – The Kullman Firm is pleased to introduce our Summer Law Clerks. Our program introduces law students to the inner workings of
INCLUSION IN ACTION: The Henry P. Julien, II Scholars Program
May 4, 2023 – The Kullman Firm was recently asked to share some of its efforts to promote diversity in the legal industry in an
OFCCP Announces that Contractors must Implement Revised Voluntary Self-Identification of Disability Form by July 25, 2023
April 28, 2023 – In late April of 2023, the Office of Management and Budget approved the OFCCP’s revised Self-Identification of Disability Form. The new
OFCCP SETS DEADLINE OF JUNE 29, 2023, FOR FEDERAL CONTRACTORS TO SUBMIT THEIR ANNUAL CERTIFICATION OF DEVELOPMENT/MAINTENANCE OF AFFIRMATIVE ACTION PLANS
March 23, 2023 – On March 20, 2023, the Office of Federal Contract Compliance (“OFCCP”) released a bulletin announcing the opening date of its “Contractor
MaryJo Roberts Awarded the 2023 Inspire Higher Award
March 2, 2023 – The Kullman Firm is proud to announce that MaryJo Roberts, a shareholder in the New Orleans office, will be recognized for
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
January 9, 2023 – The Kullman Firm is pleased to announce that Allison A. Fish was named as Shareholder effective January 1, 2023. Allison Fish
EEOC Publishes New “Know Your Rights” Poster Which Employers Must Begin Using
November 7, 2023 – On October 20, the EEOC released a “Know Your Rights” poster which updates and replaces the former “EEO is the Law”
The Kullman Firm Ranked as a U.S. News – Best Lawyers “Best Law Firm”
November 3, 2023 – The Kullman Firm is honored to be ranked in the 2023 U.S. News – Best Lawyers “Best Law Firm” list. The
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,
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
December 3, 2021 – On December 2, 2021, the Office of Federal Contract Compliance (“OFCCP”) released a bulletin announcing the creation of its new “Contractor
OSHA ISSUES COVID VACCINE/TESTING RULE
November 7, 2021 – UPDATE: On November 6, 2021 the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit temporarily stayed OSHA’s new Emergency Temporary Standard
NEW COVID-19 VACCINE GUIDANCE FOR FEDERAL CONTRACTORS AND SUBCONTRACTORS
September 25, 2021 – On September 24, 2021, the Safer Federal Workforce Task Force released new Guidance on COVID-19 workplace safety protocols for Federal Contractors
PRESIDENT BIDEN RAMPS UP COVID-19 VACCINATION AND TESTING REQUIREMENTS
September 10, 2021 – Three major developments pertaining to COVID-19 in the workplace have just emerged from the federal government. These developments affect federal employees
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
July 27, 2021 – On July 27, 2021, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (“CDC”) issued public health guidance recommending that fully vaccinated individuals
CALIFORNIA SAYS MEAL AND BREAK PENALTIES MUST BE CALCULATED IN THE SAME MANNER AS OVERTIME PAY
July 20, 2021 – Employers operating in the State of California are already painfully aware of the many legal obstacles present. State labor laws set
DEPARTMENT OF LABOR RELEASES EMERGENCY TEMPORARY STANDARD REGARDING COVID-19 FOR HEALTHCARE WORKERS
June 11, 2021 – On June 10, 2021, the Department of Labor issued an Emergency Temporary Standard (ETS) for controlling COVID-19 and protecting workers in
HOUSE PASSES THE “PROTECTING THE RIGHT TO ORGANIZE” ACT, PORTENDING A POTENTIAL SEA CHANGE IN AMERICAN LABOR LAW
May 19, 2021 – 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
May 18, 2021 – Employee Benefit Considerations from the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021: All Things COBRA Last week, the American Rescue Plan Act of
CALIFORNIA COVID-19 LEGISLATIVE UPDATE
May 4, 2021 – California’s Covid-19 related legislation did not end with 2020. In the last 60 days, the State has passed at least two
PRESIDENT BIDEN SIGNS TWO EXECUTIVE ORDERS IN SUPPORT OF INCREASED UNION ORGANIZING AND ANNOUNCING $15 MINIMUM WAGE FOR CERTAIN FEDERAL CONTRACTOR EMPLOYEES
April 29, 2021 – President Biden recently signed two Executive Orders with substantial implications for non-union employers, as well as for those employing workers on
COBRA SUBSIDY UNDER THE AMERICAN RESCUE PLAN ACT OF 2021: NEW DOL GUIDANCE & MODEL NOTICES
April 21, 2021 – COBRA Subsidy Under the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021: New DOL Guidance & Model Notices On April 7, 2021, the
EXPANDED LEAVE ENTITLEMENTS UNDER THE CALIFORNIA FAMILY RIGHTS ACT
January 1, 2021 – Expanded Leave Entitlements Under the California Family Rights Act Effective January 1, 2021, California employers with five or more employees will be required to
EEOC VACCINE GUIDANCE UPDATE
December 16, 2021 – On December 16, 2020, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) issued its first direct guidance for employers regarding COVID-19 vaccines approved
CALIFORNIA REQUIRES LARGE EMPLOYER TO PROVIDE SUPPLEMENTAL LEAVE FOR COVID-19 REASONS
September 18, 2020 – California Requires Large Employer to Provide Supplemental Leave for COVID-19 Reasons Companies with California operations take note. A new California law
CALIFORNIA ENACTS ADDITIONAL COVID-19 LEGISLATION RELATED TO EMPLOYEE NOTICE AND WORKERS’ COMPENSATION
September 17, 2021 – Today, California Governor Gavin Newsom signed two bills into law as part of his worker protection package. The first, SB 1159,
DEPARTMENT OF LABOR ISSUES REVISED FFCRA REGULATIONS IN RESPONSE TO NEW YORK FEDERAL COURT’S RULING
August 3, 2020 – Today, the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York, in the case of New York v. U.S.
DISTRICT COURT JUDGE VACATES PORTIONS OF FINAL RULE REGARDING THE FAMILIES FIRST CORONAVIRUS RESPONSE ACT
June 24, 2020 – Yesterday, a New York district court judge struck down portions of the Department of Labor’s Final Rule implemented to address the
CDC ISSUES NEW GUIDANCE REGARDING ISOLATION AND PRECAUTIONS FOR COVID-19 INFECTED INDIVIDUALS
July 22, 2020 – Today, the CDC issued new guidance entitled “Duration of Isolation and Precautions for Adults with COVID-19.” The new guidance can be
DOL UPDATES ITS FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS UNDER THE FAMILIES FIRST CORONAVIRUS RESPONSE ACT (“FFCRA”)
July 20, 2020 – Today in an update to the DOL’s guidance regarding the application and agency interpretation of FFCRA, DOL has added additional questions
NEW EEOC GUIDANCE: EMPLOYERS MAY NOT REQUIRE COVID ANTIBODY TESTING OF EMPLOYEES RETURNING TO THE WORKPLACE
June 17, 2020 – On Wednesday, June 17, the EEOC issued a further update to its guidance document entitled “What You Should Know About COVID-19
OSHA PUBLISHES SERIES OF FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS REGARDING THE USE OF MASKS IN THE WORKPLACE
June 12, 2020 – Last week, OSHA published six frequently asked questions (FAQs) and answers related to wearing cloth face coverings in the workplace. In
EEOC UPDATES GUIDANCE ON COVID-19, THE ADA AND OTHER FEDERAL EMPLOYMENT LAWS
June 11, 2020 – Today the EEOC issued its latest update to an already-existing document entitled “What You Should Know About COVID-19 and the ADA,
SENATE PASSES HOUSE BILL LOOSENING PPP LOAN OBLIGATIONS FOR EMPLOYERS
June 3, 2020 – On Wednesday evening, June 3, the United States Senate by unanimous voice vote passed the Paycheck Protection Program Flexibility Act of
PRESIDENT SIGNS “EXECUTIVE ORDER ON REGULATORY RELIEF TO SUPPORT ECONOMIC RECOVERY”
May 19, 2020 – On Tuesday, May 19, President Trump signed an Executive Order designed to ease federal agency enforcement actions against employers attempting in
SMALL BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION RELEASES PPP LOAN FORGIVENESS APPLICATION FORM, WITH DETAILED INSTRUCTIONS
May 15, 2020 – The SBA recently issued a “Paycheck Protection Program Loan Forgiveness Application” form, with accompanying “Application Instructions for Borrowers.” The instructions direct
IMMIGRATION EXTENDS RELAXED FORM I-9 DOCUMENT REVIEW REQUIREMENTS AND RELAXES LIST “B” DOCUMENT REQUIREMENTS
May 10, 2020 – As businesses begin to re-open and re-hire, the Department of Homeland Security (“DHS”) has recently made some announcements regarding relaxed document
THE SBA HAS ISSUED ADDITIONAL GUIDANCE UNDER THE PAYCHECK PROTECTION PROGRAM (“PPP”) REGARDING REPAYMENT
May 9, 2020 – After warning companies who received loans under the Paycheck Protection Program (“PPP”) to review their good-faith certifications of the necessity of
CHECKLIST FOR RETURN TO WORK WHEN STAY-AT-HOME ORDERS ARE LIFTED
May 8, 2020 – As more state and local governments are loosening stay-at-home orders, and more businesses are seeking to return employees to work, myriad
NO EEO-1 REPORTING REQUIRED THIS YEAR!
May 7, 2020 – In a Notice published on Thursday, May 7, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission announced it was delaying the anticipated filing deadline
DOL AND IRS ISSUE RULE EXTENDING TIMEFRAMES FOR COBRA ELECTIONS AND PREMIUM PAYMENTS; NEW MODEL COBRA NOTICES ALSO PUBLISHED
May 4, 2020 – Today, the Employee Benefits Security Administration of the Department of Labor and the Internal Revenue Service jointly published a Rule in
SBA PUBLISHES ADDITIONAL GUIDANCE ON PAYCHECK PROTECTION PROGRAM LOANS
April 26, 2020 – Today, the Small Business Administration published an updated set of “Frequently Asked Questions” from both lenders and borrowers participating (or seeking
EEOC PROVIDES UPDATED GUIDANCE TO EMPLOYERS FOR COVID-19 CONCERNS IN THE WORKPLACE
April 11, 2020 – In March 2020, the EEOC released its guidance entitled “Pandemic Preparedness in the Workplace and the Americans with Disabilities Act,” about
OSHA ISSUES ENFORCEMENT GUIDANCE FOR RECORDING CASES OF COVID-19
April 10, 2020 – Today, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration issued an enforcement memorandum to its Regional Administrators and Compliance Officers providing interim guidance
OSHA CHANGES COURSE ON WHETHER EMPLOYERS ARE REQUIRED TO MAKE COVID-19 WORK-RELATEDNESS INQUIRIES
In OSHA interim guidance issued on April 10, OSHA drew a significant distinction between employers of workers in the healthcare industry, emergency response organizations and
DOL ISSUES YET ANOTHER ROUND OF Q AND A’S FOR THE FFCRA
April 6, 2020 On Friday, April 3, the Department of Labor published a fourth iteration of “Questions and Answers” regarding the interpretation of the provisions
OSHA ISSUES ENFORCEMENT GUIDANCE MEMORANDA IN LIGHT OF RESPIRATOR SHORTAGES
In the last few days, considering the shortage of N95 filtering facepiece respirators (FFRs) that has resulted from the COVID-19 outbreak, the Occupational Safety and
DOL CORRECTS INCONSISTENCIES IN FFCRA REGULATIONS
April 5, 2020 – In an effort to resolve a contradiction in the regulations, which was identified by The Kullman Firm earlier this week, the
SBA ISSUES INTERIM FINAL RULE ON PAYCHECK PROTECTION PROGRAM AND IRS PUBLISHES Q AND A’S ON FFCRA TAX CREDITS AND CARES EMPLOYEE RETENTION CREDIT
April 4, 2020 – Continuing with our effort to keep clients of The Kullman Firm apprised of constantly-evolving legal developments in the wake of the
IMMIGRATION COVID-19 UPDATES
April 4, 2020 – In our continuing effort to keep our clients up to date on labor and employment law developments related to the COVID-19
DOL FORMALLY PUBLISHES REGULATIONS INTERPRETING FFCRA IN THE FEDERAL REGISTER
April 4, 2020 – Since it has been at least a few hours since we have updated clients of The Kullman Firm on new developments
DOL Updates Guidance on Interplay of Employer-Provided Leave and Leave under the EPSLA and EFMLEA
April 4, 2020 – In a recent update to the DOL’s guidance regarding paid leave under the EPSLA and EFMLEA, which can be found here
OFCCP/COVID-19 NEWS: VERY LIMITED EXEMPTION FOR SOME NEW CONTRACTS, BUT AAP AND OTHER OBLIGATIONS CONTINUE FOR EXISTING CONTRACTORS
April 4, 2020 – Like many other federal agencies, the OFCCP has leapt into the fray which is the COVID-19 pandemic. In its case, however,
EEOC Q & A WEBINAR ON CORONAVIRUS ISSUES
April 4, 2020 – The EEOC recently discussed twenty-two questions in a webinar concerning statutes enforced by the EEOC as they relate to employment issues
ADDITIONAL DEPARTMENT OF LABOR GUIDANCE ON UNEMPLOYMENT BENEFITS UNDER THE CARES ACT
April 4, 2020 – On April 4, 2020, the Department of Labor issued “Unemployment Insurance Program Letter No. 15-20” to provide guidance on the unemployment
HIGHLIGHTS FROM THE DOL’S FFCRA PROPOSED REGULATIONS
April 3, 2020 – Earlier this week, the Department of Labor (DOL) issued much-anticipated proposed regulations regarding the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA). The
IMPORTANT CLARIFICATION ON PAYCHECK PROTECTION PROGRAM LOANS!
April 2, 2020 – In a bulletin we published yesterday entitled PAYCHECK PROTECTION PROGRAM- IMMEDIATE HELP FOR SMALL EMPLOYERS, we discussed the topic of the
DOL ISSUES TEMPORARY RULE FOR FFCRA
April 1, 2020 – As referenced in previous bulletins, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) was required under the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA)