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Off-Duty Recreational Cannabis Use to be Protected in New Jersey
By Lauren J. Marcus , Dale Deitchler , Nancy Delogu , and Dylan Dindial on February 24, 2021 Read More
Update: Illinois Bill Limits Criminal History Consideration for Employment Decisions, Effective March 23, 2021
SB 1480 amends the Illinois Human Rights Act (IHRA) by prohibiting employers from considering criminal conviction records when making employment decisions. Read More
Annual E-Verify Records Disposal Scheduled by USCIS
On May 14, 2021, the USCIS will dispose of E-Verify records dated on or before December 31, 2010. Read More
Employment Discrimination Case Involving Medical Marijuana Dismissed in Pennsylvania
Allegheny County argued that, in addition to the federal prohibition on marijuana, stricter standards apply for prison employees than would be prudent for employees operating in other settings and professions. Read More
Transit Authority Agrees to Settle in Background Check Suit
The Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA) agreed to rescind its alleged comprehensive ban on hiring individuals with prior drug convictions and pay $3.6 million in damages to settle a class action claiming the authority had violated state and federal law. Read More