January 27, 2021

Free ASA Webinar Today—Covid-19 Vaccination Policies

Published January 27, 2021 ■ Announcement

Don’t miss the ASA webinar “Taking a Shot: Legal Considerations Regarding Covid-19 Vaccines.” It takes place today from 3 to 4 p.m. Eastern time. Learn when it’s legally permissible for employers to require employees to receive Covid-19 vaccinations, what the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission allows, and what employers should know. Sponsored by Essential StaffCARE.

All ASA webinars are free for ASA members, and most qualify for continuing education hours toward ASA certification renewal. To learn more and to register, visit americanstaffing.net.

Ortoli | Rosenstadt: What Exactly Is a Seller Responsible for When Selling Its Staffing Firm?

Buyers of a business generally expect sellers to be responsible for certain liabilities relating to when the seller owned its business—a concept mergers and acquisitions professionals refer to as indemnification. Indemnification is one of the most heavily negotiated, and potentially most significant, provisions of a purchase agreement, and understanding the terminology common to such agreements is essential when negotiating a deal. Attorney Paul Pincus of Ortoli Rosenstadt LLP explains what sellers are liable for, how a seller’s liability may be limited, and how buyers may seek to fund potential indemnity claims.

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Richmond Fed: Manufacturing Showed Signs of Growth in JanuaryM

Published January 27, 2021 ■ Headline News

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Durable-Goods Orders and Business Investment Climb for Eighth Month in a RowM

Published January 27, 2021 ■ Headline News

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Wages Grew in Fourth Quarter 2020 Due to Covid-Related Low-Wage Job LossM

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Take Advantage of Resources on Diverse-Owned Businesses

Published January 27, 2021 ■ ASA for You

Staffing companies—particularly small businesses and minority-, veteran-, LGBT-, and woman-owned businesses—find they may be able to partner with larger companies that have supplier diversity initiatives in place.

The ASA inclusion, diversity, equity, and advocacy (IDEA) group has developed guidance for ASA members interested in partnering with those companies or in becoming a diverse-owned certified business. The ASA IDEA group is sponsored by ASA corporate partner Monster and by Anthem.

Visit americanstaffing.net/diversity for a directory of diversity certification organizations, a glossary of common terms, and more.

Job Seekers Are Looking—Will They Work With You?

Published January 27, 2021 ■ ASA for You

The new Candidate Sentiment Study from ASA reveals a sense of optimism about employment and job-related opportunities as the nation continues to fight Covid-19. The data from the survey indicate that both active and passive job seekers expect to be working for a new company in the next 12 months. Get those candidates to work with your firm—use the findings detailed in the study report to plan now for a successful 2021.

The report is available for purchase now, and ASA members receive a discount. Get more information at americanstaffing.net/candidate-sentiment-study.