This InfoPAK provides an overview of major issues in European labor and employment law. It is important to emphasize that this is an overview; only local labor/employment counsel in the relevant jurisdiction can advise on specific issues. Nevertheless, this article identifies the major issues which the corporate headquarters and/or regional counsel need to understand, and provides some examples of the types of problems which often arise.
This quick reference provides you with a general overview of some of the nuances in the employment and labor law realm as it pertains to Belgium. The document delves into the legal framework and then touches on core areas (employment contracts, working conditions, etc.) that you need to be mindful of.
Corporate diversity advocates highlight the ways in which they have created, implemented and enforced diversity initiatives within their own ranks and with outside service providers.
Workplace bullying can negatively affect your organization in a variety of ways — from the health and productivity of the victim, lost profits, your company’s reputation and even litigation. Learn how to spot the symptoms of this “silent epidemic,” and protect your employees and your company from abusive behavior.
In this column, the author discusses two tips for successfully managing corporate legal and ethical risks: Take nothing for granted, and dare to ask the obvious questions.
Depending on state law, making an employment decision based on off-duty conduct may be viewed as employment discrimination. Before throwing out the ashtrays, learn which legal issues must be addressed when implementing a “no smoking” ban on new hires.
Employer use of background checks for employment purposes is facing serious restrictions from both the federal and state level. Employers must demonstrate that consideration of such information is job-related and consistent with business necessity.
in recent years, whistleblower protections have increased in both number and scope. This makes it difficult to determine whether employee complaints constitute “protected activity” under anti-retaliation laws. In-house counsel should be familiar with these new applications, developments and procedures regarding whistleblower claims.
There has been a significant increase in disability discrimination charges. According to the EEOC, this spike is largely due to the expanded “regarded as” definition of disability contained in the Act. This article focuses on accommodating impairments, rather than the definition of a disability.