Publications
U.S. Department of Labor Issues New Overtime Rule Updating White Collar Exemptions
In advance of Labor Day, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) announced a proposed rule modifying the requirements for employees to satisfy the white collar exemptions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). Under the FLSA, employees are entitled to wages at or above...
Bose McKinney & Evans Hosts Webinar on Form I-9
Nici Kersey and Bose McKinney & Evans are hosting a free webinar on the new Form I-9, virtual verification and the end of COVID flexibilities.
DHS Allows Virtual Document Review for Form I-9, Will Publish a New Form I-9
For decades, employers have been confused and frustrated by the “physical review” requirement for Form I-9 documentation. Especially as technology has become more advanced, employers have struggled to understand why they must meet, in person, with every new hire and...
Indiana Law Change Allows Minors in Restaurant Bars
Beginning tomorrow, HEA 1200 and SEA 20 will go into effect, allowing minor children under the age of 18 – who are accompanied by a parent, guardian or family member who is 21 or older – in a bar area “for the sole purpose of consuming food.” While this law opens up the option for family-friendly seating, the decision to implement these changes remains with the individual establishments.
Indiana Adopts its First Consumer Data Privacy Statute
On May 1, 2023, Gov. Holcomb signed into law Indiana’s first consumer data privacy statute. Indiana now joins California, Colorado, Connecticut, Iowa, Virginia and Utah in adopting consumer data privacy protections.
H-1B Cap Season is Back
It is time for employers hoping to file cap-subject H-1B petitions to begin the planning process. A lottery system will remain in place for FY2024. Employers seeking H-1B status for FY2024, which begins on October 1, 2023, will: Submit limited details relating to each...
City of Indianapolis Implements New Energy and Water Usage Reporting Requirements
The City of Indianapolis has implemented new energy and water usage reporting requirements for certain types of facilities located within the city.
Federal PWFA Adds “Reasonable Accommodation” Requirement for Pregnant Workers
On June 27, 2023, the recently passed Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (“PWFA”) will take effect and will prohibit employment practices that discriminate against making reasonable accommodations for qualified employees affected by pregnancy, childbirth, or related...
The U.S. Government’s Fight Against Crime Means New Requirements for Businesses
At the end of September, the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network, a division of the U.S. Treasury Department commonly known as FinCEN, published long-anticipated regulations on compliance with the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA), which became law as part of the...
Indiana ATC Fall Auction: November 10, 2022
The Indiana Alcohol & Tobacco Commission just announced that it will hold an alcoholic beverage permit auction at 10 a.m. on November 10, 2022.
Tim DeLaney on The Prosecution of Dr. Donald Cline
Tim appears in the Netflix documentary Our Father, the story of Dr. Donald Cline, an Indiana fertility doctor who fathered at least 50 children during the 70s and 80s. The use of at-home DNA testing kits (like 23andMe or Ancestry DNA) eventually brought his actions to light. Tim, who was the Marion County deputy prosecutor at the time, prosecuted the case. The documentary is available for streaming beginning Wednesday, May 11.
Temporary Final Rule Extends Certain Employment Authorization Cards by up to 540 Days
Due to significant backlogs at the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), which have caused gaps in employment authorization for otherwise qualified foreign nationals, USCIS previously implemented a 180-day automatic extension of certain...
Bose McKinney & Evans Attorneys Included in 2022 Indiana Super Lawyers
The law firm of Bose McKinney & Evans LLP is pleased to announce that nine of the firm’s attorneys have been selected for inclusion in the 2022 edition of Indiana Super Lawyers®. Mary M. Ruth Feldhake was selected among the Top-25 Women Indiana Super Lawyers, and...
Indiana Alcohol & Tobacco Commission Announces DST Service Hours
The Indiana Alcohol and Tobacco Commission announced that it will allow the sale of alcoholic beverages on Sunday, March 13, 2022, to continue until 4 a.m.
Indiana Alcohol & Tobacco Commission to Hold Alcoholic Beverage Permit Auction
LEGAL NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING The Indiana Alcohol & Tobacco Commission will hold an alcoholic beverage permit auction at 10 a.m. on April 7, 2022, in Indianapolis, to auction the below listed permits. Pre-bid applications will be due no later than Thursday, March...
Labor & Employment Alert: H-1B Cap Season is Back
It is again time for those employers hoping to file cap-subject H-1B petitions to begin the planning process.
U.S. Supreme Court Blocks OSHA ETS Mandating COVID-19 Vaccination and Testing
This afternoon, the United States Supreme Court issued an order effectively blocking the implementation and enforcement of the ETS. The Court’s decision was the result of various petitions filed by states and private businesses seeking emergency relief from a December 17, 2021 determination by the Sixth Circuit Court of Appeal allowing the ETS to take effect.
Ohio Legalizes Sports Betting
On Wednesday, December 22, 2021, Ohio Governor Mike DeWine signed into law House Bill 29, which, among other things, legalized in-person, online and mobile sports betting in the State of Ohio.
Sixth Circuit Allows OSHA COVID-19 Vaccination and Testing Rule for Large Employers to Take Effect
Surprisingly, the Sixth Circuit issued a determination late Friday, December 17, lifting the pause and allowing the OSHA rule to take effect. In doing so, the Sixth Circuit stated that “[t]he harm caused by keeping the emergency temporary standard frozen outweighs any damage that would stem from letting it go into effect.”
Indiana Alcohol & Tobacco Commission Announces DST Service Hours
The Indiana Alcohol and Tobacco Commission will allow the sale of alcoholic beverages on Sunday, November 7, 2021, to continue until 3:00 a.m. Daylight Savings Time will change clocks to 1:00 a.m. at 2:00 a.m. on Sunday, November 7, 2021. Alcoholic beverages outlets...
OSHA Issues Emergency Temporary Standard Mandating COVID-19 Vaccination and Testing
After weeks of anticipation, on Thursday, November 4, 2021, OSHA issued its Emergency Temporary Standard (ETS) mandating COVID-19 vaccinations or weekly testing requirements applicable to private sector employers with 100 or more employees.
The Indiana Alcohol & Tobacco Commission to Hold Alcoholic Beverage Permit Auction
The Indiana Alcohol & Tobacco Commission will hold an alcoholic beverage permit auction at 10:00AM on November 9, 2021, at the Indiana Government Center South Building, 1st Floor, Conference Room C at 302 W Washington St in the city of Indianapolis, to auction the...
Indiana Remote Notary
Remote notarization utilizing two-way audio/video communication is available in Indiana, but must be performed by an Indiana notary public who is authorized to perform remote notarial acts. An Indiana notary public can obtain authorization by completing an application...
EEOC Issued Updated Guidance on Vaccines and Vaccine Incentives
Over the past several months, there has been significant discussion on specific topics related to employer ability to mandate employees obtain a vaccine and/or to offer certain incentives to encourage employees to do so. Unfortunately, employers have not received any...
Indiana Alcohol & Tobacco Commission Announces DST Service Hours
The Indiana Alcohol and Tobacco Commission (ATC) will allow the sale of alcoholic beverages on Sunday, March 14, 2021, to continue until 4:00 a.m. because of Daylight Savings Time (DST). DST will change clocks to 3:00 a.m. at 2:00 a.m. on Sunday, March 14, 2021....
H-1B FY2022 Cap Update: Registration Period Begins March 9, 2021
This is an update to our previously issued alert relating to the FY2022 H-1B cap season. United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) announced today (February 5, 2021) that the initial registration period for the FY2022 H-1B cap lottery will begin on...
Immigration Update: FY2022 H-1B Lottery To Proceed Without Wage-Based Priority
United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has announced plans to delay the effective date of the final rule that would alter the manner in which the H-1B lottery is conducted. As an update to the alert published earlier this week, Bose McKinney &...