Fast Company published an article authored by Gunster Shareholder Roger Feicht in which he discusses the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act, which is set to go into effect on June 27, 2023.
Feicht addresses the new changes that came with the Act, how small businesses can make sure they are compliant, and considerations for the Providing Urgent Maternal Protections (PUMP) for Nursing Mothers Act. He underscores the importance of avoiding a one-size-fits-all approach to compliance, and emphasizes the importance of updating employee handbooks and ensuring that key players are up-to-date on the new laws.
Roger Feicht is a board certified litigator who represents clients in the transportation, insurance, technology, healthcare, and construction sectors. He regularly represents employers and employees in litigation relating to allegations of discrimination and harassment, and disputes over non-competition or non-solicitation agreements. Roger also counsels businesses with hiring and firing of employees, and drafting and enforcing employment agreements and policies.
