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California: Changing Definition of “Serious Injury” Expands Employer Responsibilities

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January 1, 2020

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AB 1805 revises the definition of a “serious” injury under the California Labor Code, resulting in expanded reporting responsibilities for employers.  Currently, employers are required to report to Cal/OSHA any serious injury or death in the workplace as soon as possible, but no later than eight hours after the employer became aware of the death or injury.  The timing requirements remain the same, but the revised definition of “serious” injury means employers will potentially need to report more injuries.

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Minnesota: New Wage Theft Prevention Bill Greatly Expands Employer Responsibilities – And Potential Penalties

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July 1, 2019

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The Jobs and Economic Development Omnibus bill (the Bill), recently passed by the Minnesota Legislature and signed by Governor Walz, impresses upon employers new wage-paying requirements.  The Bill incorporates new timing, notice, and recordkeeping obligations for employers, and greatly expands civil and criminal enforcement of wage payments. Employers should note the following key provisions:

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