Here are are seven Federal regulations that apply to compliance program that a practice must follow.
Federal Regulations That Apply to Compliance Programs
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Category: Business Law
What really is a Trade Secret?
There are many laws both federal and state that protect trade secrets. Most conform to the Uniform Trade Secrets Act which imposes both civil and at times criminal...
Not Hiring Based on a Gut Feeling
Candidates need to be hired based on objective data not for subjective reasons. While there is no law that says you cannot hire hire someone based on your gut feeling, you will have to be prepared to defend it if something ever comes up later with a candidate not being hired.
Why Do I Need a Written Contract for a Real Estate Closing?
Even if all parties agree to the terms, a verbal contract for the sale of real property is unenforceable. The reason is due to a legal doctrine called the Statute of Frauds.
‘Paws’itively Unprecedented: Dog-Owner’s Fight for Fair Damages
A Court of Appeals of Virginia recently grappled with the question of fair damages in the case of a beloved pet injured in the care of a veterinarian.
Religious Accommodation: SCOTUS Raises Employer Standard for Undue Hardship
The Supreme Court issued a ruling on June 29, 2023, that heightened the standard for employers attempting to prove “undue hardship” on their business when denying an employee’s request for religious accommodation under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.
New Employment Poster is Required
The Department of Labor has released the new poster on its website at www.dol.gov (2023). It is now required in all workplaces.
Ethical Issues Surrounding Artificial Intelligence (AI)
As an AI language model, ChatGPT does not have the capacity for ethical concerns or decision-making in the same way as humans. However, there are ethical issues that can arise from the use of AI language models like ChatGPT.
Paying the Price of Non-Compliance
A new policy known as Instance-by-Instance penalty adjustments takes effect after 60 days of OSHA violations. It’s time to double down on compliance before you pay the price.
Discriminatory Business Policies Come with a Price
Going to a medical appointment routinely involves sitting or lying on specific equipment for your exam or procedure. If you are one of the estimated 3.3 million Americans who utilize a wheelchair every day, such transitions may prove difficult.