Neumann & Associates

09/11/2023

We honor the victims, the families of the fallen, survivors, and emergency responders of the September 11, 2001 attacks.

09/01/2023

Have a safe and happy Labor Day weekend!

08/24/2023

Employers must use care in the information they consider in their decisions to hire, fire, promote, demote, relocate, or rehire job applicants and employees.

Employers must use care in the information they consider in their decisions to hire, fire, promote, demote, relocate, or rehire job applicants and employees. The United States Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (“EEOC”) has clarified that refusing to hire someone because she previously file...

08/18/2023

Recently, a federal court judge dismissed all antitrust claims made by REX Real Estate against the National Association of Realtors (NAR) and Zillow Group having concluded that REX failed to prove a conspiracy between NAR, Zillow, and non-party MLSs “to segregate, conceal, and demote non-MLS listings on Zillow’s websites and mobile platforms.” NAR is no longer a defendant in the case as the three remaining claims in the lawsuit are against Zillow: a false advertising claim under the Lanham Act, a claim for unfair or deceptive trade practices under Washington’s Consumer Protection Act (CPA), and a claim alleging defamation.

U.S. District Court Judge in Washington dismisses REX Real Estate's antitrust claims against NAR and Zillow on Wednesday.

08/07/2023

Recently, the California Court of Appeals affirmed that employers were obligated to reimburse employees for necessary business expenses incurred while the Governor’s COVID-19 stay-at-home orders were in effect. In Thai v. International Business Machines Corporation (IBM), the court held that employees who perform remote work are entitled to reimbursement for business expenses under California Labor Code Section 2802, even if those costs result from a government order. Have you reviewed your company’s business expense reimbursement policies in light of the recent ruling?

Employer accused of failing to cover expenses necessarily incurred following stay-at-home order

07/21/2023

Beginning January 1, 2024, the Corporate Transparency Act requires new and existing U.S. corporations and limited liability companies (LLCs) with fewer than 20 employees to file reports with the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) disclosing their beneficial owners. Companies formed prior to Jan. 1, 2024, have until Dec. 31, 2024, to file an initial report. Companies formed on or after Jan. 1, 2024, will have 30 days after their formation to file an initial report. Have you added the reporting deadline to your company’s calendar?

With its effective date on the horizon, many businesses will now need to file reports with the U.S. Dept of Treasury FinCEN division under the new...

07/14/2023

Recently, in Mallory vs. Norfolk Southern Railway Company, the Supreme Court held that corporations are subject to personal jurisdiction where they register to do business in a state with a consent-by-registration statute. This decision has broad implications for corporate lawsuits as states consider their options to adopt, refute, or remove such statues. Is your company registered to do business in another state? If so, does that state have a consent-by-registration statute?

Last week, the Supreme Court expanded the scope of personal jurisdiction over corporations in Mallory v. Norfolk Southern Railway Co. In this...

07/05/2023

Recent U.S. Supreme Court decisions regarding affirmative action, public accommodations, and religious accommodation may have impacts on corporate diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs, as well as accommodation policies. Businesses and employers are encouraged to review their policies to ensure compliance with the Court’s rulings and to anticipate increased scrutiny of and possible future challenges to such policies. Have you reviewed your policies in light of the Court’s recent rulings?

These three U.S. Supreme Court decisions may impact businesses and employers not just in California, but across the nation.

07/03/2023

Have a safe and happy Independence Day!

06/22/2023

If employees reasonably believe an emergency is unfolding, they can leave the worksite or refuse to go to work until the danger ceases.

There are exceptions to this law.

06/21/2023

An up-to-date employment contract can help protect a business and its workers.

3 times to consider.

06/14/2023

Recently, the Department of Labor (DOL) issued guidance pertaining to the newly-enacted PUMP Act for nursing mothers. The guidance explains the “reasonable break time”, pump space, and posting requirements under the PUMP Act. Employers are required to post an updated notice regarding the FLSA’s requirements which is published by the DOL’s Wage and Hour Division. Are your policies and procedures in compliance with the PUMP Act and the updated DOL guidance?

On May 17, 2023, the United States Department of Labor (DOL) Wage & Hour Division issued a Field Assistance Bulletin (“the Bulletin”) providing guidance to its field staff re