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Must Labor Law Posters Be Displayed Where Job Applicants Can See Them? Some workplace notices must be accessible to both employees and job applicants. Federal notices with applicant-related posting requirements include the Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) notice, the Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA) notice, and the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) general notice for covered employers. Employers participating in E-Verify must also follow applicable E-Verify notice display requireme …

Why Labor Law Posters Are Important for Businesses Labor law posters are an important part of workplace compliance for employers throughout the United States. Federal, state, and local laws may require businesses to display notices informing employees about their rights, workplace protections, wages, leave benefits, and employment conditions. Whether operating a small business or managing employees across multiple locations, employers should understand which workplace posting requirements apply …

5 Common Labor Law Poster Mistakes Employers Should Avoid Labor law poster compliance is an important responsibility for businesses throughout the United States. Federal, state, and local employment laws may require employers to display workplace notices informing employees about their rights, wages, benefits, and workplace protections. However, many employers make avoidable mistakes when selecting, displaying, or updating their workplace posters. Understanding these common issues can help busin …

COBRA Premium Subsidy: 2009 ARRA Changes and Current Rules The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 (ARRA) introduced temporary financial assistance to help eligible workers maintain health insurance coverage after involuntary job loss during the Great Recession. One of the law's important provisions was a temporary 65% reduction in COBRA continuation coverage premiums for qualifying individuals. The 2009 ARRA COBRA premium subsidy has expired and is no longer available. However, the u …

ACA Health Insurance Marketplace Notice: Employer Requirements The Affordable Care Act (ACA) established Health Insurance Marketplaces to help individuals and families compare and obtain qualifying health insurance coverage. Under Section 18B of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), covered employers must provide employees with a written Notice of Coverage Options informing them about the Health Insurance Marketplace and certain health coverage choices. This notice requirement began in 2013 and r …