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...
Springfield attorney Randall M. Comer named OSBA president-elect
Springfield attorney Randall M. Comer named OSBA president-elect Columbus, Ohio (April 29, 2016) – Springfield attorney Randall M. Comer was elected to become the Ohio State Bar Association's (OSBA) president-elect today at the OSBA's All-Ohio Legal Forum in...