“Know Your Rights” Poster Recently Posted by the EEOC
The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) recently released a new “Know Your Rights” poster (dated October 20, 2022), which [...]
SC Federal Contractors Must Now Certify Affirmative Action Program (AAP) Compliance Through OFCCP Contractor Portal
In a significant development for federal contractors in South Carolina, the Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) has announced [...]
EEOC Releases Updated Guidance Related to COVID-19 for Employers
On March 14, 2022, the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) issued updated guidance for employers regarding compliance related to [...]
The OSHA COVID-19 Emergency Temporary Standard is Back in Business
How should South Carolina employers be preparing? On Friday, December 19, 2021, the Sixth U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals lifted [...]
7 Legal Considerations for Navigating the Tight Labor Market in South Carolina
The tight labor market in South Carolina triggered by the economic impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic doesn’t appear to be [...]
When Is Working from Home a “Reasonable Accommodation” for a Disabled Employee in South Carolina?
As employers in South Carolina begin resuming their normal in-person operations, many are finding that getting their employees back into [...]
How Does Full FDA Approval of the Pfizer COVID-19 Vaccine Impact Employer Vaccine Mandates?
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) granted full approval for the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine on August 23, 2021. As [...]
How Can South Carolina Employers Defend Against Allegations of Workplace Harassment?
Allegations of workplace harassment can present significant liability risks for employers. Harassment is considered a form of discrimination under South [...]
COVID-19 Litigation Risks for Employers in South Carolina
While South Carolina is working hard to move past the COVID-19 crisis, employers in the state continue to face litigation [...]
How Can South Carolina Employers Defend Against Allegations of Workplace Discrimination?
Defending against allegations of workplace discrimination presents a variety of challenges for South Carolina employers. When faced with allegations of [...]