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What I’ve Been Reading This Week

 

I think one of the big developments this week was the updated guidance in regard to employers and employees and the coronavirus vaccine.  Many readers have likely seen the news reports this week about the vaccine being released across the country (and world for that matter.)  In the weeks and months ahead, as more of the vaccine is distributed, I suspect the recently released guidance will be a good resource to consult.

As always, below are a couple articles that caught my eye this week.


Virtual Onboarding in 2021

As we come to the end of 2020, many employers and HR professionals are likely looking ahead to 2021 and what the workplace (and hiring process) will look like.  Even as we round out December, it is a good idea to start coordinating and planning ahead for the coming months.  As this article from HRDive points out, virtual onboarding is likely to continue to be commonplace in the months ahead.  With virtual onboarding comes a change to how employers and HR professionals work to integrate new employees.  This article provides a few suggestions and pointers on how employers can effectively utilize virtual onboarding in the year ahead.


EEOC Provides Updated Guidance In Regard to Coronavirus Vaccinations

On Tuesday, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (“EEOC”) issued updated guidance on the rights and responsibilities of employers and employees in regard to the coronavirus vaccine.  In short, if an employee cannot get vaccinated because of a disability or a sincerely held religious belief, practice, or observance (and there is no reasonable accommodation available), an employer may lawfully exclude the employee from the workplace.  However, this does not necessarily mean the employer can terminate the employee.  I refer readers to the guidance for more information, but this updated guidance is well worth reviewing.

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