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Overview
Virginia Labor & Safety Updates – Effective NOW
- Employer Action: Review compliance obligations and ensure all labor postings are current to avoid penalties.
- Non-Compete Agreements: New amendment to § 40.1-28.7:8 restricts certain non-compete clauses.
- VOSH Penalties: Updated penalty rates for workplace safety violations announced.
Poster Update Log: Virginia Poster Update
What Changed
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Non-Compete Restrictions: Virginia’s new legislation strengthens protections for employees by limiting the use of non-compete agreements.
- Coverage: Non-compete covenants are prohibited for employees earning less than the established compensation threshold.
- Exceptions: Certain agreements, such as those protecting trade secrets or dealing with independent contractors, may still be valid.
- Civil Penalty: Employers violating the law face civil fines and potential enforcement actions.
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Updated VOSH Penalty Rates: VOSH revised penalty amounts in line with federal OSHA adjustments. Key changes include:
- Serious & Other-Than-Serious Violations: Up to $16,287 per violation.
- Failure to Abate: Up to $16,287 per day past the correction deadline.
- Willful or Repeat Violations: Up to $162,849 per violation.
- Criminal Penalties: In cases involving employee death, fines may exceed $70,000 and imprisonment may apply.
Key Details Employers Need to Know
- Employers must review existing employment contracts and remove or revise any prohibited non-compete agreements.
- Safety compliance programs should be updated to account for the new penalty structures, reducing the risk of costly violations.
- Mandatory postings must reflect these updates to remain in compliance.
Where Can I Find More Information?
- All In One Poster Company is the leading provider of labor law and safety posters for all 50 states in the USA. Our website: https://www.allinoneposters.com
- Poster Update Log: Louisiana & Federal Combination Poster
- Virginia Department of Labor and Industry: https://doli.virginia.gov/
