Legal Update: EEOC Releases Final Rule Implementing Pregnant Workers Fairness Act
On April 15, 2024, the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) released a final rule to implement the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA). The final rule clarifies definitions and limitations under the PWFA and seeks to help employers understand their duties under the law. The final regulation will be published in the Federal Register on April 19, 2024, and becomes effective on
June 18, 2024.
Posted on April 26, 2024 by EOB
Legal Update: Deadline Reminder: RxDC Reports Are Due by June 1, 2024
Group health plans and health insurance issuers must annually submit detailed information on prescription drug and health care spending to the federal government. This reporting is referred to as the “prescription drug data collection” (or “RxDC report”). This is an annual reporting requirement—plans and issuers must submit these reports by June 1 of each year
The next RxDC report is due by Saturday, June 1, 2024, covering data for 2023.
Posted on April 24, 2024 by EOB
Legal Update: US Supreme Court Rules That Mandatory Job Transfer Can Be Discriminatory Under Title VII
On April 17, 2024, the U.S. Supreme Court issued a unanimous decision in Muldrow v. City of St. Louis, holding that a mandatory job transfer can constitute illegal discrimination under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (Title VII) if it causes harm with respect to an identifiable term or condition of employment, even if the harm is not significant.
Employers may consider greater care in mandating employee transfers, including lateral job transfers, to ensure that such decisions are not discriminatory and do not result in even insignificant harm with respect to identifiable terms and conditions of employment.
Posted on April 22, 2024 by EOB
Think Well, Be Well
Spring isn’t just for cleaning out your closet or home; it’s also a great time to refresh your mind, body and personal habits. This season is often associated with growth and new beginnings, making it the perfect time for self-reflection and adjustments
Posted on April 20, 2024 by EOB
Legal Update: ACA Information Reporting Penalties Increased for Returns Filed in 2025
IRS Revenue Procedure 2023-34 includes updated penalty amounts that may apply to reporting entities that fail to comply with the Affordable Care Act’s (ACA) requirements under Internal Revenue Code Sections 6055 and 6056. The increased amounts apply to 2024 information returns and individual statements that are required to be filed and furnished in 2025.
Posted on April 18, 2024 by EOB
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Recent Posts
- Legal Update: EEOC Releases Final Rule Implementing Pregnant Workers Fairness Act April 26, 2024
- Legal Update: Deadline Reminder: RxDC Reports Are Due by June 1, 2024 April 24, 2024
- Legal Update: US Supreme Court Rules That Mandatory Job Transfer Can Be Discriminatory Under Title VII April 22, 2024
- Think Well, Be Well April 20, 2024
- Legal Update: ACA Information Reporting Penalties Increased for Returns Filed in 2025 April 18, 2024
- News Brief: Anxiety Tops List of Mental Health-related Workplace Issues April 17, 2024
- Legal Update: Upcoming EEO-1 Reporting Deadlines April 15, 2024
- Compliance Bulletin – Medicare Part D Changes May Impact Creditable Coverage Status of Employer Plans April 13, 2024
- Compliance Bulletin – Mental Health Parity Compliance Remains a Key Focus in 2024 April 11, 2024
- News Brief: Over 70 Million AT&T Customers’ Data Exposed in Data Breach April 8, 2024