Affirmative action compliance, OFCCP audits: SmithAmundsen

Practice Contacts

Heather Bailey

Attorneys

Contracting with government agencies requires compliance with complex affirmative action guidelines. Our attorneys assist clients in developing affirmative action plans that withstand the scrutiny of the Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) and offer counsel on the ever changing rules and regulations related to federal and state affirmative action contractors.

We analyze contractor agreements to determine, what, if any, affirmative action obligations a company has as a contractor. We then draft affirmative action plans that are both in compliance with the OFCCP and can withstand an OFCCP audit. Our attorneys also assist in responding to OFCCP and state regulatory affirmative action compliance audits.

Our attorneys are current on the latest OFCCP enforcement strategies and regulatory changes. We train management to ensure that affirmative action plans stay updated and how to effectively and efficiently handle good faith outreach efforts in recruiting. We advise on diversity initiatives, affirmative action compliance issues, wage audits, and conduct preventative analysis. Our goal is to help clients identify potential discrimination issues and avoid allegations of unlawful bias. When necessary, we defend clients against charges, allegations of discrimination, and any related litigation.

Blog

Labor & Employment Law Update: www.laborandemploymentlawupdate.com

Alerts

Time to Revisit Your Contact Tracing Protocols after CDC Redefines Close Contact as 15-Minutes Of Cumulative Exposure
October 22, 2020
DOL Issues Updated FFCRA Regulations
September 14, 2020
DOL Clarifies FFCRA Child Care Leave – More FFCRA Guidance Expected
September 10, 2020
IRS Issues Limited Guidance on Payroll Tax Deferral Option
August 31, 2020
I Don’t Want to Wear a Mask…Part 2: How Businesses Can Enforce the Policy Requirement
July 24, 2020
Employees Entitled to Leave Because Camp is Closed? Yes.
July 2, 2020
COVID-19 “Close Contacts” Just Got a Little Closer
July 1, 2020
ATTENTION Paycheck Protection Program Loan Recipients: REVISED Forgiveness Application Issued
June 23, 2020
Charting the Course for H-1Bs and Other Visas Through COVID-19
May 27, 2020
Another Symptom of COVID-19: Union Organizing
May 26, 2020
Key Takeaways for PPP Borrowers: The Forgiveness Application is Finally Out!!
May 18, 2020
Can I go to Jail if My Business Violates a Stay-at-Home Order?
May 18, 2020
Wisconsin Strikes Down Stay-at-Home Order: Non-essential Businesses Prepare to Reopen
May 14, 2020
Wisconsin Strikes Down Stay-at-Home Order: Non-essential Businesses Prepare to Reopen
May 14, 2020
Benefit Plan Deadlines Extended – COBRA, Special Enrollment, Plan Disclosures and More
May 11, 2020
ADA Implications: I Don’t Want to Wear a Mask….
May 8, 2020
What if a Laid Off Worker Refuses to Return to Work under the PPP?
May 5, 2020
Must Employers Pay for Employee’s Temperature Screens in light of COVID-19? Wage and Hour Laws May Impact Employer Safety Procedures
May 5, 2020
What to do When Your Employee Tests Positive for COVID-19
April 30, 2020
Missouri Announces Plan to Gradually Reopen Economic and Social Activity
April 28, 2020
Why You Need to Pay Attention to How the Feds Are Approaching the Meat and Poultry Processing Industry
April 28, 2020
Governor Pritzker Extends the Illinois Stay at Home Order through May 30, 2020
April 23, 2020
You Didn’t Get Your PPP Loan – What Now?
April 22, 2020
EEOC Updates COVID-19/ADA Guidance As We Move Toward Reopening the Economy
April 17, 2020
You Just Received Your PPP Loan Money. Now What?
April 17, 2020
Workers’ Compensation and COVID-19: Proving Work Comp Claims are Becoming Easier (with Illinois leading the way…)
April 13, 2020
CDC Issues New Relaxed Guidelines for Safety Practices for Essential Workers Potentially Exposed to COVID-19
April 10, 2020
Retirement Plan Relief for Employees under the CARES Act – Expanded Distributions and Loans
April 7, 2020
UPDATE – Does a “Shelter-in-Place” or “Stay-at-Home” Order Trigger Paid Sick Leave under the FFCRA?
April 6, 2020
Missouri Issues State-wide “Stay At Home” Order
April 4, 2020
US DOL Releases Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA) Temporary Regulations and Updates FAQ’s
April 3, 2020
WARN Act and its Implications for COVID-19 Layoffs and Furloughs
April 1, 2020
Does a “Shelter in Place” or “Stay at Home Order” Trigger Paid Leave under the FFCRA?
March 31, 2020
The Duty to Bargain During the COVID-19 Pandemic
March 31, 2020
U.S. DOL Issues Guidance on “Health Care Provider” and “Emergency Responder” Definitions for FFCRA Exclusions
March 30, 2020
U.S. DOL Issues Guidance on the FFCRA “Small Employer” Exemption and “Viability” Definition
March 30, 2020
Regular Rate of Pay under the FFCRA – It’s Not Necessarily the Base Wage
March 27, 2020
So You Want Some of the Fed Money? The Potential Price for Mid-Sized Businesses: A Labor Union
March 27, 2020
Can Employers Use Existing Paid Leave Benefits to Offset Emergency Paid Sick Leave under the FFCRA?
March 27, 2020
Counting to 500 Under the Families First Coronavirus Response Act
March 26, 2020
US DOL Releases FAQs re: the Families First COVID-19 Act (FFCRA) – April 1st Effective Date
March 25, 2020
What to Do When Your Employees Are Scared to Come to Work?
March 24, 2020
Wisconsin Issues Safer At Home Order in Response to COVID-19
March 24, 2020
DHS Relaxes I-9 Requirements for New-Hires Impacted by COVID-19 and USCIS Extends Timeframe for E-verify TNCs
March 24, 2020
Tax Breaks for Qualified Disaster Relief Payments to Employees
March 24, 2020
Missouri Mandates Social Distancing and St. Louis County and City Order “Stay At Home”
March 23, 2020
Legislative Tax Relief for Employers and Their Employees Affected by the Coronavirus Pandemic
March 22, 2020
My Employee is Subject to a “Shelter-in-Place” Order – What Do I Do Now?
March 20, 2020
“Stay at Home” Order in Illinois
March 20, 2020
How Will An Employer’s Existing Paid Leave Policies Apply to The Families First Coronavirus Response Act Paid Leave Mandates
March 19, 2020
Feds Pass Revised Paid Leave & Other Employer Mandates in Response to Covid-19
March 18, 2020
Families First Coronavirus Response Act: What It Means For Employers
March 15, 2020

Publications

State of Illinois Workers’ Compensation COVID-19 Quick Guide
USLAW, June 3, 2020
Conducting the Employment Practices Audit 2020 Edition
Illinois Institute for Continuing Legal Education, 2020
Illinois Employment Law Handbook - 5th Edition
Illinois Chamber of Commerce, 2019
Illinois Employment Law Handbook, 4th Edition
Illinois Chamber of Commerce, 2016

Presentations & Events