Comer Speaks to Local Community Group
Randall Comer, a partner with Martin, Browne, Hull & Harper, PLL, recently spoke with members of the Springfield Rotary Club about Ohio’s medical marijuana law and the law’s impact on Ohio businesses. Comer stressed that employers need to be aware of their rights...
Concealed Carry Law Affects Ohio Employers
Upcoming Changes to Concealed Carry Law Affects Ohio Employers, too. In a highly publicized development, Gov. John Kasich signed into law Senate Bill 199 on December 19, 2016. This law is set to go into effect on March 20, 2017. It will greatly expand the legal...
“SMART” I-9 FORMS GO INTO EFFECT MONDAY, JANUARY 22, 2017
EMPLOYMENT LAW UPDATE: “SMART” I-9 FORMS GO INTO EFFECT MONDAY The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (“USCIS”) released the newest version of the I-9 Form during the last quarter of 2016. This email serves as a reminder that the previous form...
Employment Law Reminder: New OSHA Reporting Requirements Now in Effect – Are You in Compliance?
Employment Law Reminder: New OSHA Reporting Requirements Now in Effect – Are You in Compliance? It has been a busy year-end for the Department of Labor with new rules and guidance. Although employers were recently granted a temporary reprieve with respect to the...
Ohio Marijuana Law Seminar
SAFETY COUNCIL MEETING October 11, 2016 "The Legalities of a Marijuana Law in Ohio" Randall Comer, Partner, Martin, Browne, Hull & Harper, P.L.L. If you are attending please register! Ohio legislation legalizing medical marijuana was signed in June 2016 by Gov....
Overtime Rule Seminar
Chamber of Greater Springfield – Legislative Breakfast September 29, 2016 Overtime Rule Seminar 7:30 a.m. Thursday, September 29, 2016 At the Courtyard by Marriott $20 includes breakfast Presented by: Randall M Comer, Attorney Martin, Browne, Hull & Harper PLL ...
OSHA’s New Reporting Rules – Part 1: Electronic Reporting Requirements
August 5, 2016 OSHA’s New Reporting Rules – Part 1: Electronic Reporting Requirements In May 2016, OSHA announced new reporting rules that would require certain employers to electronically report workplace accidents. These rules will become effective as of January...
OSHA’s New Reporting Rules – Part 2: Employee Rights and Post-Accident Drug Testing
August 5, 2016 OSHA’s New Reporting Rules – Part 2: Employee Rights and Post-Accident Drug Testing On May 12, 2016, OSHA published its final rule on electronic reporting of workplace injuries and illnesses. This rule contains two significant provisions. This first...
Employment Law Update – Medical Marijuana
How will the legalization of medical marijuana in Ohio affect your business? On June 8, 2016, Ohio Governor John Kasich signed House Bill 523 (HB523) into law, making Ohio the 25th state to adopt the legalization of medical marijuana. This law is set to become...
Employment Law Update – Overtime
What is changing with the new Overtime Rule? The U.S. Department of Labor issued the final version of its new overtime exemption rule on May 18, 2016. These rules were designed with the stated goal of ensuring that 35% of all workers nationwide would qualify for...