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SubscribeThis biweekly e-newsletter covers a recent Ninth Circuit decision clarifying the notice requirement for religious accommodation requests under the FEHA, and best practices for employers transitioning employees to onsite or hybrid work.
Employee Religious Accommodation Notice Requirement Clarified
Learn how a recent Ninth Circuit decision clarified the low threshold employees must meet when providing notice of their religious beliefs under the FEHA, and employer best practices for responding to religious accommodation requests.
Best Practices, Scenarios for Returning Employees to the Office
Explore best practices for implementing a return-to-office plan, including policy and communication considerations, potential employee-relations issues and practical scenarios employers may encounter when transitioning employees back to the workplace.