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 the office is a challenge. While some employees enjoy the work environment and are ready [...]
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 several media outlets have reported, this approval will likely lead to more widespread acceptance of [...]
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 Carolina and federal nondiscrimination laws, and the acts of a single employee can potentially put [...]
A Closer Look at BFOQ Defense Under Title VII
In a recent article, we discussed some ways that South Carolina employers can defend against allegations of discrimination in the workplace. In that article, we briefly mentioned the bona fide occupational qualification (BFOQ) defense. The [...]
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 risks related to the pandemic. As employers decide about vaccination requirements, whether to provide paid leave [...]
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 discrimination based on race, sex, age, or any other protected characteristic, employers must take the [...]