New “Know Your Rights” Poster Issued by the EEOC

Employment Law

New “Know Your Rights” Poster Issued by the EEOC

Oct 24, 2022 | Employment Law

Last week, the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) released an updated version of the “EEO is the Law” poster that covered employers are required by federal law to post in a conspicuous workplace location.

The new “Know Your Rights” poster includes updates to the language and formatting to make it more straightforward, highlights that “harassment is a prohibited form of discrimination and clarifies that “sex discrimination includes discrimination based on pregnancy and related conditions, sexual orientation, and gender identity.”

Covered employers must display the poster “in a conspicuous location in the workplace where notices to . . . employees are customarily posted.” Note that the posting spot must also be accessible to employees with disabilities that limit mobility.

The EEOC also encourages employers to “post the notice on their websites . . .” in a location where it can be easily found. There are additional or alternative posting requirements for those employers “without a physical location or for employees who telework or work remotely and do not visit the employer’s workplace on a regular basis.”  You can read more about electronic posting requirements here.

The “Know Your Rights” poster is available In English and Spanish, with versions in additional languages to follow. You can find the poster here.

If you have questions or need any assistance concerning this new guidance, please contact Doug Taylor at (703) 525-4000 or rdougtaylor@beankinney.com.

This article is for informational purposes only and does not contain or convey legal advice. Consult a lawyer. Any views or opinions expressed herein are those of the authors and are not necessarily the views of any client.

LinkedIn

Follow us on LinkedIn to view the latest blogs from our team.

About – Business Insights

Our business blog focuses on issues affecting Virginia, D.C. and Maryland business owners as well as those in other jurisdictions throughout the country. We provide timely insight and commentary on federal and state rules and how they affect you. If you are interested in having us cover a specific topic, please let us know.

About – Employment Law

As employment law constantly changes, the attorneys at Bean, Kinney & Korman stay up to date on the law as it develops. Our blog topics focus on those changes and what you need to know about them, ranging from severance agreements and the FLSA to social media in the workplace and recent court decisions. If you are interested in having us cover a specific topic, please let us know.

About- Real Estate

This blog focuses on real estate, land use and construction-related topics affecting Virginia and the Washington, D.C. metro area. With topics ranging from contract drafting and negotiation to local and regional land use project updates, the attorneys at Bean, Kinney & Korman provide timely insight and commentary on the issues affecting owners, builders, developers, contractors, subcontractors and other players in the industry. If you are interested in having us cover a specific topic, please let us know.

EEOC’s 2024 Litigation Has Focused on the ADA and PWFA

Recently, the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) announced that the agency had filed 110 lawsuits challenging unlawful employment discrimination practices in fiscal year 2024. The EEOC is responsible for oversight and enforcement of federal employment...

Do Employees Have the Right to Federal Holidays Off?

Federal holidays are recognized national observances that, for many, play a significant role in American culture. They offer employees an opportunity to take a break from work, celebrate important moments, and spend time with family and friends. However, when it comes...