May 25, 2021 | Employment Law
A recent decision of a panel of the U.S. Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals offers an important reminder for employers: There is potential legal risk in ignoring or brushing off an employee who comes forward with complaints of sexual harassment by a supervisor —...
May 3, 2021 | Employment Law
In today’s global economy, it has become increasingly common for companies based in the United States to engage workers who live in other countries to perform services as independent contractors. This practice has become even more prevalent during the COVID-19...
Apr 13, 2021 | Business Insights
President Biden signed the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 (the “ARPA”) into law on March 11, 2021. The $1.9 trillion relief package contains several provisions that will impact employers, including a requirement that employers provide “assistance eligible...
Apr 13, 2021 | Employment Law
President Biden signed the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 (the “ARPA”) into law on March 11, 2021. The $1.9 trillion relief package contains several provisions that will impact employers, including a requirement that employers provide “assistance eligible...
Apr 5, 2021 | Employment Law
With COVID-19 vaccines becoming more readily available in the U.S. and a larger percentage of individuals having been vaccinated, businesses are beginning to reopen or expand in-the-office activity in Northern Virginia and across the Commonwealth. Businesses, both...
