Federal Employment Law Overview

Summary

ERISA, FMLA, and COBRA are federal laws applicable in Ohio. ERISA protects retirement savings, FMLA allows unpaid leave for family and medical reasons, and COBRA lets workers continue health benefits after job loss. Ohio does not have state-specific laws altering these federal laws. Employers can monitor calls for compliance under the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act. In bankruptcy, expenses incurred selling collateral are paid first. The bankruptcy process begins when the petition is filed. Perfection of an automobile occurs when the interest is noted on the certificate of title. Steve is the debtor in a secured transaction. The burden of proof in disparate treatment cases is preponderance of the evidence. Alimony and child support debts are not subject to a bankruptcy stay. Perfection protects a secured partys rights in collateral. Trustee fees have higher priority in bankruptcy. At-will employees can be fired for almost any reason. Trustees sell nonexempt assets in liquidation. At-will employment allows quitting for

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Laws Within (ERISA), (FMLA), and (COBRA) in Ohio​
It sounds like you're seeking specifics on how ERISA, FMLA, and COBRA are applied in Ohio. Can you provide more details on your situation?
Answer: These federal laws apply uniformly across all states including Ohio. However, their application can vary based on specific circumstances.
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Understanding how ERISA, FMLA, and COBRA apply in Ohio can be complex due to various factors. However, one key point to note:
- Ohio doesn't have state-specific laws that significantly alter the application of these federal laws. They are implemented as per federal guidelines.
Which federal law ensures that employees who lose their jobs or have their hours reduced to a level at which they are no longer eligible to receive medical, dental, or optical benefits can pay to continue receiving benefits for themselves and their dependents under the employer’s policy? Multiple Choice Family and Medical Leave Act Fair Labor Standards Act Occupational Safety and Health Act Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act
The federal law that allows employees to continue receiving benefits after job loss or reduction in hours is the Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act (COBRA).
Under the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of *, what are employers allowed to do? Multiple Choice Only monitor phone calls for compliance Listen to private telephone conversations Ban personal phone calls and monitor calls for compliance Disclose the contents of private telephone conversations
Under the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of *, employers are allowed to:
- Monitor phone calls for compliance.
- Ban personal phone calls and monitor calls for compliance.
They cannot listen to or disclose contents of private telephone conversations without consent. Always consult a legal professional for advice specific to your situation.
If a debtor defaults and the secured party sells the collateral, what must be paid first from the proceeds? Multiple Choice Expenses incurred selling the collateral Debt owed to unsecured creditors Junior security interests The debt owed to the secured party
In the event of a debtor defaulting and the secured party selling the collateral, the proceeds are typically disbursed in the following order:
- Expenses incurred selling the collateral
- The debt owed to the secured party
- Junior security interests
- Debt owed to unsecured creditors
Always consult a legal professional for advice specific to your situation.
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If a debtor defaults and the secured party sells the collateral, what must be paid first from the proceeds? Multiple Choice Expenses incurred selling the collateral Debt owed to unsecured creditors Junior security interests The debt owed to the secured party. If you had to choose one of the answers
The correct answer is: Expenses incurred selling the collateral. According to the Uniform Commercial Code (UCC), the expenses of repossession, storing, and selling the collateral are paid first.
Which of the following steps begins the bankruptcy cases? Multiple Choice The bankruptcy case begins when the court grants an automatic stay. The bankruptcy case begins when the petition for bankruptcy is filed. The bankruptcy case begins when a trustee is appointed. The bankruptcy case begins when the creditors meet with the debtor.
The bankruptcy case begins when the petition for bankruptcy is filed. This is the initial step that triggers the process, including the automatic stay, appointment of a trustee, and meeting of creditors.
When does perfection of an automobile occur? Multiple Choice When the secured party makes a notation of this interest on the certificate of title When the secured party files a financing statement When the secured party takes possession of the collateral When the secured party creates a purchase money security interest in the collateral
Perfection of an automobile occurs when the secured party makes a notation of this interest on the certificate of title. This ensures the secured party's interest is protected if the debtor defaults. Always consult a legal professional for specific advice.
Steve buys a laptop from a retail store. The retail store retains a security interest in the laptop until Steve pays off the balance of the purchase price. In this scenario, Steve is the ________blank. Multiple Choice trustee debtor unsecured party creditor
In this scenario, Steve is the debtor. The retail store, by retaining a security interest in the laptop until the purchase price is fully paid, is the secured party. Always consult a legal professional for specific advice.
What is the burden of proof in a disparate treatment discrimination case? Multiple Choice Beyond a reasonable doubt Preponderance of the evidence Substantial evidence Clear and convincing evidence
The burden of proof in a disparate treatment discrimination case is generally "Preponderance of the evidence". This means the plaintiff must show that it is more likely than not that the discrimination occurred. Always consult a legal professional for specific advice.
Alimony and child support debts are subject to a bankruptcy stay. Group startsTrue or False
False. Alimony and child support debts are not subject to a bankruptcy stay. These debts are considered non-dischargeable, meaning they cannot be eliminated through bankruptcy. Always consult a legal professional for advice specific to your situation.
Which term describes the steps a secured party must take to protect its right in the collateral from other creditors who want to have their debts satisfied through the same collateral? Multiple Choice Novation Perfection Extension Attachment
The term is "Perfection". This process allows a secured party to ensure priority over the collateral against other creditors. Always consult a legal professional for specific advice.
Which of the following claims from unsecured creditors is higher in priority in bankruptcy than the others? Multiple Choice Taxes and penalties Claims for contributions to employee retirement plans Trustee fees Claims for unpaid wages earned within 180 days of filing the petition
The claim that is higher in priority in bankruptcy among unsecured creditors is: Trustee fees. These are typically given priority to ensure the administration of the bankruptcy process. Always consult a legal professional for advice specific to your situation.
Which type of employee can be fired at any time for almost any reason? Multiple Choice At-will employee Federal government employee Tenured employee Contract employee
The type of employee that can be fired at any time for almost any reason is an At-will employee. However, there are legal exceptions to this rule, such as not being able to terminate employment due to discriminatory reasons. Always consult a legal professional for advice specific to your situation.
A trustee in a liquidation proceeding sells the nonexempt assets and distributes the proceeds of the sale among the creditors. Group startsTrue or False
True. In a liquidation proceeding, a trustee is responsible for selling the nonexempt assets and distributing the proceeds among the creditors. This is a common practice in bankruptcy cases. Always consult a legal professional for advice specific to your situation.
At-will employment means that an employee can quit for any reason or no reason at all. Group startsTrue or False
True. At-will employment does mean that an employee can quit for any reason, or no reason at all. However, the employer also has the right to terminate the employee at any time for almost any reason. Always consult a legal professional for advice specific to your situation.
If two secured but unperfected creditors have a dispute over collateral, who will prevail? Multiple Choice The party that subsequently files a financing statement first will prevail. The party that attached its security interest first will prevail. Neither party will have rights in the collateral. The party that gave value first will prevail.
In the case of two secured but unperfected creditors disputing over collateral, the party that attached its security interest first will prevail. This is generally the rule under Uniform Commercial Code (UCC) Section *-*. Always consult a legal professional for advice specific to your situation.
Which law is also referred to as the Labor Management Relations Act? Multiple Choice The Taft-Hartley Act The Employment Act The Landrum-Griffin Act The Fair Labor Standards Act
The Labor Management Relations Act is also referred to as The Taft-Hartley Act. It's a federal law enacted in * to restrict the power and activities of labor unions. Always consult a legal professional for advice specific to your situation.
Which act requires employers to obtain permission from an applicant before using social media as part of a background check? Multiple Choice Civil Rights Act Equal Pay Act Fair Credit Reporting Act National Labor Relations Act
The act that requires employers to obtain permission from an applicant before using social media as part of a background check is the Fair Credit Reporting Act. This law regulates the collection, dissemination, and use of consumer information, including consumer credit information.
Item17 Time Remaining * minutes * seconds00:*:* Item * Time Remaining * minutes * seconds00:*:* Which of the following was the first major piece of federal legislation adopted explicitly to encourage the formation of labor unions and provide for collective bargaining between employers and unions? Multiple Choice The Landrum-Griffin Act The Norris-La Guardia Act The Taft-Hartley Act The Wagner Act
The first major piece of federal legislation adopted explicitly to encourage the formation of labor unions and provide for collective bargaining between employers and unions was The Wagner Act.
Which of the following examples best illustrates the creation of a purchase-money security interest? Multiple Choice C borrows money from the bank to pay off his credit cards and uses his house as collateral. B borrows money from the bank to buy a stereo and uses his car as collateral for loan. The bank gives X an unsecured loan to pay off her student loans. D borrows money from the bank to buy a car and uses the car as collateral for the loan.
The example that best illustrates the creation of a purchase-money security interest is: D borrows money from the bank to buy a car and uses the car as collateral for the loan. This is because a purchase-money security interest is created when loan funds are used to purchase the collateral.
Who enforces the Americans with Disability Act? Multiple Choice National Labor Standards Board Immigrations and Customs Enforcement Equal Employment Opportunity Commission Department of Labor
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is enforced by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC).
Disparate impact is a form of intentional discrimination in which an employee is hired, fired, denied a promotion, or the like, based on membership in a protected class. Group startsTrue or False
False. Disparate impact is a form of unintentional discrimination. It occurs when certain employment practices disproportionately affect members of a protected class, even though they appear neutral. Always consult a legal professional for advice specific to your situation.
Disparate impact is a form of intentional discrimination in which an employee is hired, fired, denied a promotion, or the like, based on membership in a protected class. Group startsTrue or False
False. Disparate impact is a form of unintentional discrimination. It refers to policies that appear neutral but disproportionately affect a protected class.
Employers who fail to comply with the Immigration Reform and Control Act risk which sanctions? Multiple Choice Criminal and civil No sanctions Criminal only Civil only
Employers who fail to comply with the Immigration Reform and Control Act risk both criminal and civil sanctions. Non-compliance can result in fines, imprisonment, or both. Always consult a legal professional for specific advice.
The only goal of bankruptcy laws is to provide opportunities for debtors to gain a fresh financial start. Group startsTrue or False
True. The primary goal of bankruptcy laws is to provide debtors with a chance for a fresh financial start. However, it also aims to ensure fair treatment of creditors. Always consult a legal professional for advice specific to your situation.
Which of the following types of collateral must be perfected through possession? Multiple Choice Inventory Stocks and bonds Consumer goods Equipment
The type of collateral that must be perfected through possession is Stocks and Bonds. This is typically achieved by holding the physical certificates. Always consult a legal professional for advice specific to your situation.
On March *, the bank agreed to lend Victoria $*,* to buy a flat screen television by signing a security agreement. On March *, the bank gave Victoria the money. On March *, Victoria purchased the television. On March *, the bank files a financing statement. On what day does attachment occur? Multiple Choice March * March * March * March *
Attachment occurs on March *. This is when the bank gave Victoria the money. According to UCC *-*(b), attachment occurs when value has been given, the debtor has rights in the collateral, and the debtor has authenticated a security agreement.
Which law contains a “Labor’s Bill of Rights” which protects employees from their own unions? Multiple Choice The Taft-Hartley Act The Fair Labor Standards Act The Landrum-Griffin Act The Wagner Act
The law that contains a "Labor's Bill of Rights" which protects employees from their own unions is The Landrum-Griffin Act.
What is the current federal minimum wage per hour? Multiple Choice $*.* $*.* $*.* $*.*
The current federal minimum wage per hour is $*.*.
Under the merit defense, which of the following is not an acceptable type of validation of test scores? Multiple Choice Concurrent validity Criterion-related validity Content validity Construct validity
All the listed types - Concurrent validity, Criterion-related validity, Content validity, Construct validity - are acceptable types of validation for test scores under the merit defense. They are all methods used to ensure that employment tests are job-related and consistent with business necessity. Always consult a legal professional for advice specific to your situation.
Carol buys a couch from Company X. Company X retains a security interest in the couch until Carol pays off the balance of the purchase price. In this scenario, Company X is the ________blank. Multiple Choice unsecured party lender secured party debtor
In this scenario, Company X is the secured party. They retain a security interest in the couch until Carol pays off the balance of the purchase price. Always consult a legal professional for specific advice.
Which agency is responsible for promulgating workplace safety standards, inspecting facilities to ensure compliance with the standards, and bringing enforcement actions against violators? Multiple Choice OSHA NLRB EEOC ECPA
The agency responsible for establishing workplace safety standards, inspecting facilities for compliance, and enforcing actions against violators is OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration).
In which case did the Supreme Court hold that an employer violates Title VII if he fires an individual merely because of sexual orientation? Multiple Choice Kumar v. Gate Gourmet Obergefell v. Hodges Bostock v. Clayton Brennan v. Townsend & O’Leary Enterprises, Incorporated.
The Supreme Court held that an employer violates Title VII if he fires an individual merely because of sexual orientation in the case of "Bostock v. Clayton".