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Even Rarely Performed Job Functions May Be "Essential" Under the ADA
You run a delivery service using large trucks and require that drivers be qualified by the Department of Transportation. Although your facility managers are not often behind the wheel of the big rigs, you nonetheless require that they too be DOT certified. more
The Craziest Excuses Employees Have for Missing Work: 2013 Edition
Traffic is the most common culprit causing tardiness according to 31 percent of workers. However, it is some of the less common reasons that are the most fun... as long as that is not your employee, of course. more
Supreme Court Vacates Key Seventh Circuit Wage and Hour Class Certification Decision For Further Consideration
Less than one week after issuing its decision in Comcast Corp. v. Behrend, the Supreme Court granted a writ of certiorari in Ross v. RBS Citizens, vacated the Seventh Circuit's (Ill., et al) decision, and remanded the case for further consideration in light of Comcast (more). more
Supreme Court Holds Damages Must be Measurable on a Classwide Basis for Class Certification
In a significant class action decision for employers, Comcast Corp. v. Behrend, the U.S. Supreme Court held that the ability to establish classwide damages is essential to a favorable ruling on class certification. more
Some Rare Good News About Disability Accommodations
In a recent case, a jury ruled in the company's favor after a doctor said an employee with a disability cannot perform the essential functions of his job. more
Punkin' the Day Job Does Not Fly in Cop's Comp. Fraud Scheme
A police officer who said his arm was too hurt to work has been accused of fraud based on evidence found showing his unencumbered efforts as a frontman for a punk rock band. more
Feeling 'Maybe Overworked' Is Not an FMLA 'Serious Health Condition'
A recent case from a Florida federal court confirms that feeling "maybe overworked" does not qualify you for leave under the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA). more
Employee Fired for Tweeting Complaints About Discrimination
Two weeks ago, Adria Richards attended an industry conference at which she overheard sexual jokes from two attendees sitting behind her during a session. So, she complained... on Twitter. more
Small Business Still May Not Understand Health Reform
By this point, every company knows what they have to do to comply with healthcare reform, right? A new study says that might not be the case. more
House Committee Approves Bill Limiting NLRB Activities until Recess Appointment Issue is Resolved
A new bill in the House would require the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) to suspend all activities that require a three member quorum and prohibit the enforcement of any quorum-required action taken after President Obama seated three members via recess appointment on January 4, 2012. more
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