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FDA Weighs in on Microplastics and Nanoplastics in Food

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In a development that is expected to complicate many litigation challenges alleging that the presence of low levels of microplastics in food is inherently unsafe, officials from the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA or...more

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Mandatory Disclosure on "Forever Chemicals," PFAS, in One State Propagates Consumer Class Action in Another

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In what appears to be a new pathway for PFAS litigation, California plaintiffs recently filed a lawsuit against the manufacturer of BIC razors stemming from disclosures the company made under Maine's PFAS law, which were...more

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Utah Enacts Law Restricting Use of Vaccination or Immunity Status in Employment Decisions

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The Utah legislature recently passed H.B. 131, which prohibits employers, government entities, and places of public accommodation from using an individual’s immunity status as a restriction. Utah Governor Spencer J. Cox...more

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New York City COVID-19 Vaccine Mandates Dealt a Fatal Blow

​​​​​​​On October 25, 2022, the Supreme Court of the State of New York, Richmond County, upheld a challenge to New York City’s vaccine mandate for public-sector employees, ordered the immediate reinstatement of and back pay...more

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Canada Announces Removal of COVID-19 Border Entry Requirements

The Government of Canada announced, on Monday, September 26, 2022, that after Friday, September 30, 2022, all requirements related to COVID-19 for entering into Canada will expire. These include: As a result, as of September...more

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HHS Withdraws Two Trump Administration Rules Limiting the Agency’s Use of Guidance Documents in Civil Enforcement Actions

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On Friday, July 22, 2022, HHS issued a final rule (Final Rule), rescinding two regulations issued at the end of the Trump Administration on December 7, 2020, and January 14, 2021, that would have significantly altered the...more

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California’s New Close Contact and Infectious Period Definitions Have Far-Reaching Pandemic Implications for Employers

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California public health officials recently revised the definitions of “close contact” and “infectious period” that appear in the state’s pandemic-related rules – and the new broader standards might catch some employers by...more

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Canada Suspends Mandatory Vaccines for Most Travel, Federally Regulated Transportation Workers, and Federal Government Employees

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On June 14, 2002, Canada announced that, due to the country’s improved public health situation, certain vaccination requirements are suspended as of June 20. Federally Regulated Travel Sector...more

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WTO Agrees to Partial Patent Waiver for COVID-19 Vaccines

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On June 16, 2022, the World Trade Organization (WTO) agreed to a partial waiver of intellectual property rights related to COVID-19 vaccines. The agreement came on the heels of an all-night negotiating session. The agreement...more

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Canada: Pre-entry COVID-19 Testing Will Soon Not Be Required for Fully Vaccinated Travellers

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Fully Vaccinated Travellers - On March 17, 2022, Canada announced that, effective April 1, 2022, fully vaccinated travellers will no longer be required to provide a pre-entry COVID-19 test result to enter Canada....more

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All Remaining COVID Restrictions in England to Be Lifted in Coming Weeks

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This week the UK government announced that the majority of remaining COVID restrictions will be lifted in England over the coming weeks. - This affects self-isolation, sick pay, access to free testing, workplace health and...more

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CANADA: Are Mandatory COVID-19 Vaccination Policies Enforceable? Maybe, Maybe Not.

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Since the release of government-approved vaccines to help fight the COVID-19 pandemic, employers have been wrestling with how to implement vaccination policies in the workplace. For those employers who have implemented a...more

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New York City Finally Provides the “Key to NYC” – But Does it Open the Door to All of the Answers?

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Seyfarth Synopsis: On August 3, 2021, Mayor Bill de Blasio announced that New York City would be issuing a Mayoral directive that businesses require proof of vaccination for people participating in indoor dining, fitness, and...more

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OSHA Issues New COVID-19 Guidance on Mitigating and Preventing the Spread of COVID-19 in the Workplace

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On January 29, 2021, the U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) released guidance for employers: Protecting Workers: Guidance on Mitigating and Preventing the Spread of COVID-19 in the...more

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Overview of President-Elect Biden's Policies

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Below is a broad overview of policies for which President-Elect Biden has indicated support (PDF). It is important to note that, while some of these policies fall under the President's executive power, many will require...more

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CDC’s Expansion Of “Close Contact” Definition Spells Trouble For Employers

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On Wednesday, October 21, 2020, the CDC issued new guidance expanding the definition of a “close contact” from someone who has been within 6 feet of a COVID-19 positive person for 15 minutes or more to: “Someone who was...more

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COVID-19 Related Litigation Surges: What Employers Can Do To Minimize Exposure

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The much-anticipated surge of COVID-19 pandemic-related litigation has begun. As the pandemic continues to lay siege to the United States economy, claimants’ lawyers and government agencies have begun setting their sights on...more

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4 Common COVID-19 Misunderstandings That Could Place Your Company At Legal Risk

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Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has issued constantly changing guidance for employers that many view as complex, confusing, and impractical. In its perplexing web of...more

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Labor Board Decision Broadly Approves Holding ULP Trials By Video

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The National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) upheld an administrative law judge’s (ALJ) ruling directing that an unfair labor practice trial be conducted by videoconference because of the COVID-19 pandemic. William Beaumont...more

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Exposure Notification Privacy Act: What Companies Should Expect If Passed

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On Monday, June 1, 2020, federal lawmakers proposed the Exposure Notification Privacy Act (“ENPA”), a piece of bipartisan legislation aimed at protecting consumer privacy and promoting public health in the development of...more

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How Employers Can Prevent Potential “Take-home” Liability for COVID-19

Business owners are facing decisions most never anticipated. Legal directives are not the only factor holding back the economy. Everyone is eager to see workplaces return to normal operations. At the same time, no business...more

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Returning to Work: Health Checks & Compensable Time

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After sheltering-in-place, remote working, and business closures, employers across the country have started planning to bring employees back to work. The first item of business is how to ensure the workplace is safe for...more

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Develop A Proactive COVID-19 Workplace Safety Plan Or Risk Employees Seeking Court Intervention

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A group of employees concerned about their workplace safety amidst the COVID-19 pandemic just filed a legal action against their employer seeking a court order that would require the company to comply with federal safety...more

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Puerto Rico Starts On The Path To Reopening, Requires Employers To Certify Exposure Control Plan

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On May 1, the Governor of Puerto Rico issued Executive Order 2020-038 (the Order) effectively extending the existing lockdown order but expanding the scope of services and businesses exempt from limitations on business...more

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COVID-19: Commission Publishes Road Map to Coordinate Lifting of COVID-19 Measures in the European Union

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On April 15, the European Commission (“Commission”) published, in cooperation with the president of the European Council, Charles Michel, a European road map to phase out containment measures adopted across member states...more

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