Jan 9, 2018, 1:21 PM
(from Society for Human Resource Management) The federal government's focus on deregulation combined with active state legislatures and municipalities mean a cookie-cutter employee handbook isn't a realistic option for employers. Handbooks should be reviewed regularly to ensure compliance with ever-changing workplace law. Not a lot is happening at the federal level yet, as key agency positions still need to be filled. However, President Donald Trump's administration will likely scale back on prior rules. In the meantime, states are moving forward with legislation and regulations to fill perceived gaps. Companies should be particularly attentive to state and local laws on leave entitlements, background checks, and wage and hour requirements, as well as newer areas including marijuana and other drug-related laws and guns in the workplace. Other areas to monitor are social media and workplace conduct, arbitration agreements, sexual harassment, parental leave and disability and other accommodations.
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