News & Analysis

After the passage of Florida Statute 381.00317, employers with employees in Florida were left with new rules relating to COVID-19 vaccination policies, in many instances contrary to the signaled direction of federal government rules and guidance.

A discussion of Florida’s new law relating to COVID-19 vaccine mandates and its interplay with the status of federal requirements.

A new Florida law’s failure to define the term “COVID-19 vaccination mandate” becomes significant in its application to employers.

On November 15, the Florida Legislature convened for a special session to consider four proposed laws reacting to the recent federal vaccine mandates applicable to various employers throughout the country.

A discussion of considerations for Florida employers given the ETS mandates and potential Florida legislative action related to vaccine mandates generally.

Vaccination strategies, workplace safety tips and how to deal with the latest CDC guidance recommending masking indoors once again regardless of vaccination status.

A discussion about Juneteenth, the factors shaping our perceptions about race, and how to foster meaningful interactions in the workplace.

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis took two bold moves on Monday related to government oversight of COVID-19 emergency standards while declaring “we are no longer in a state of emergency.”

Littler attorneys discuss the importance of effective allyship and provide suggestions to turn allyship into meaningful action in the workplace.

Kimberly Doud and Nancy Johnson discuss the impact of state actions on employers in Florida and provide tips on what employers can do now in light of these actions.