Tag: Ryan Frazier

EEOC’s new wellness program rules give employers more to consider

By Tammy Binford May 16, 2016 HR Management & Compliance

Updated: May 16, 2016

Employers are getting a look at new final rules affecting how they structure wellness programs, rules that are meant to clear up conflicts among various federal laws but that also may make administration of wellness programs more challenging. The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission’s (EEOC) new rules describe how the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and […]

Utah passes historic legislation against sexual orientation and gender identity discrimination

By Utah Employment Law Letter Mar 13, 2015 HR Management & Compliance

Updated: Mar 13, 2015

by Ryan B. Frazier On March 12, Utah Governor Gary Herbert signed into law newly enacted legislation aimed at preventing employment and housing discrimination against gays, lesbians, and transgender individuals. The monumental legislation amends the state’s antidiscrimination law to prohibit employers statewide from making employment decisions based on an individual’s sexual orientation or gender identity. […]