Guidance Issued by CDC Regarding Concurrent TB and COVID-19 Vaccinations
Tags:The CDC issued a notice on January 7, 2020 providing guidance on protocols for TB testing and mRNA COVID vaccines for individuals who may require both for employment related purposes. Read More
EEOC: Company’s “health history” form violated federal law
Tags:A Missouri-based farm products company violated the Americans with Disabilities and the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Acts by requiring job applicants to complete a three-page health history form prior to being considered for employment. Read More
OSHA issues memo to clarify employers’ post-accident drug testing rights
Tags:In the recently-released memo, OSHA reiterated that the rule does not prohibit employers from drug testing employees who report work-related injuries or illnesses so long as employers have an objectively reasonable basis for testing. Read More
Illinois Legislature Amends Marijuana Law, Bringing Clarity, Relief to Employers with Workplace Drug-Testing Programs
Tags:By Melissa A. Logan , Jennifer Chierek Znosko , Nancy Delogu , and Dale Deitchler on November 22, 2019 Read More
Iowa Supreme Court Arrives at Ruling Pertaining to Plaintiff's Rights Regarding Drug Testing Violations and Wrongful Discharge Claims
Tags:The court determined that plaintiffs who file charges claiming violations by their employer of the Iowa drug testing statute are restricted from additionally lodging claims of wrongful discharge for the same conduct. Read More