Tag:workplace compliance
Love is in the Air – at Work?
When Coldplay unintentionally exposed their CEO’s affair with his co-worker, they reminded employers’ of the stark reality of romantic relationships in the workplace. With little time outside the office to meet people, 60% of adults admitted to having a workplace relationship in 2024. While employers are entitled to have their own policies, workplace relationships open up a world of legal risks, including sexual harassment, hostile work environments, and retaliation claims, all of which are regulated by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC). Implementing comprehensive workplace romance policies – such as those outlined in employee handbooks or formal “love contracts” – can help mitigate potential risks.
New Jersey Cannabis Regulatory Commission Issues Interim Guidance on Workplace Impairment
The New Jersey Cannabis Regulatory Commission (the Commission) recently issued interim guidance on the workplace drug testing provisions of the state’s recreational cannabis law. The guidance is meant to act as a placeholder until the standards for Workplace Impairment Recognition Expert (WIRE) certification are published, which outlines how employers should respond when employees are suspected of marijuana impairment. The interim guidance confirms that an employee’s off-duty use of cannabis cannot be the reason for any adverse employment action, but employers are allowed to terminate workers who are under the influence during work hours.