Posts by Theodora Stringham, Esq.
COVID-19 and Masks – Adapting New Guidance to the Workplace
In May 2021, I wrote about the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s issued guidance on fully-vaccinated individuals no longer…
Read MoreAre Non-Competes Illegal? Three Takeaways From the New Executive Order
Bringing on new staff (and starting a new job) is typically a hectic process. There is a ton of information…
Read MoreDeadline Modified: Federal Reporting Data on Employees
Running a business involves a lot of paperwork. While not always the most glamorous, keeping on top of deadlines is…
Read MoreExpanded Rights for Employees with Disabilities in Virginia – Effective July 1
COVID-19 has changed the landscape surrounding employee illness and disability. However, Virginia’s 2021 expansion of its Human Rights Act (VHRA)…
Read MoreLong Hours? Don’t Miss Virginia’s New Overtime Law
Over the last year, the operation of many businesses changed to include more remote work and different ways of servicing…
Read MoreNo Masks – No problem? Tips on the Mask Mandate and Work
On May 13, 2021, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) announced that vaccinated individuals no longer need to…
Read MoreMarijuana and Work: Three Things to Know on Legalization
Virginia has now joined the ranks of several other states in legalizing marijuana for recreational use. Effective July 1, 2021,…
Read MoreEmploying Independent Contractors? Three Tips To Keep in Mind
Independent contractors are an integral part of many businesses. For companies, they provide necessary services with less costs. For the…
Read MoreAmerican Jobs Act: Three Takeaways for the Workplace
President Biden introduced the American Jobs Act on March 31. The proposal is preliminary, with only an overview provided by…
Read MoreNational Ban-the-Box: Three Tips for Recruiting Processes
COVID-19 has turned typical recruiting and the overall economy upside down. As a result, almost every industry has been forced…
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