Category: Breaking News

04/26/2024

Final Ruling on PWFA and What It Means for Employers

The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has released the final rule for the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA). This rule will come into effect on June 18, 2024. Here are the key takeaways for employers to…

01/10/2024

What the New DOL Independent Contractor Classification Rule Means for Your Business

Employers, get ready for upcoming challenges in classifying workers as independent contractors due to significant changes by the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL). The Biden administration has officially revoked a rule that eased the classification…

11/30/2023

What do recent DOL opinions on FMLA mean for intermittent leave and holidays?

The Achilles Group recognizes the intricacies involved in compliance with FMLA regulations and aims to shed light on recent U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) opinion letters addressing two critical issues: the use of intermittent leave…

11/10/2023

Sweeping AI Executive Order Impacts Employers

Of particular interest to employers are the increased regulations concerning employer monitoring outlined in Section 6 of the Executive Order. This section instructs the Secretary of Labor to develop and publish principles and best practices…

10/25/2023

5 Opportunities to Counter Predicted Increase of Employer Benefits Costs

Despite the challenging landscape, employers are actively considering strategies to control benefits costs while minimizing the impact on their workforce….

10/31/2022

Substantial Changes to I-9 Form Effective on November 1, 2022

Starting on November 1, 2022, employers verifying their employees’ identity and employment authorization eligibility must use the new I-9 Form version….

10/25/2022

Department of Labor Proposes New Rule for Independent Contractor (1099) Status

The Department of Labor (DOL) announced plans on October 13, 2022, to make it harder for employers to classify workers as independent contractors under the federal Fair Labor Standards Act.Why it’s important for your business:…

10/04/2022

The EEOC Is Back in Full Swing

This Can Puncture Profits4 Steps to Fortify Your Business After taking a respite during the peak of the pandemic, the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has exploded with new lawsuits on allegations of discrimination in…

07/22/2022

Achilles Group News: Heat-Related Illness

OSHA Reminds Texas Employers that Record High Temperatures Can Put Employees at Risk for Heat-Related Illnesses Don’t Let the Heat Beat Your BusinessAs temperatures rise in the summer months, it’s essential to keep employees whose roles are…

10/18/2021

Federal COVID-19 Vaccine Mandates and Opposing Orders for Texas Businesses

Texas Governor’s Executive OrderOn October 11, 2021,Texas Governor Greg Abbott issued Executive Order (EO) GA-40 which states that “no entity in Texas can compel receipt of a COVID-19 vaccination by any individual, including an employee…