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Tense Times: Requiring Masks for Employees and Visitors

By Gene R. La Suer and Maggie A. Hanson, Davis Brown Law Firm Sep 2, 2020 Coronavirus (COVID-19)

Wearing a face covering has become a political signal in the polarizing clash between those who see doing so as a moral responsibility and others who view it as an infringement on their freedom. Consequently, employers can likely expect resistance—including the potential for aggression and violence—if they establish a face-covering policy. Before taking action, they […]

Considerations in Drafting a Workplace Violence Policy

By Susan Hartmus Hiser, President & Shareholder, The Murray Law Group Oct 11, 2019 HR Management & Compliance

Many companies have decided in recent years to implement internal policies regarding workplace violence. Typically, these policies include such items as what employees should do if they witness violence and/or hear threats concerning violence in the workplace. Some workplace violence policies also address what investigative efforts management will use upon receiving notice that an alleged […]