While federal law generally does not prohibit discrimination against workers because of their weight and height, a growing number of states and localities have or are considering passing laws to prohibit workplace weight and height discrimination. Even without mandatory legal protections or requirements, employers can consider how best to address weight and height discrimination in the workplace.

Working a remote or in-person office job that requires you to sit for most of the day can take a toll on your physical and mental health. Luckily, walking is a feasible way to add in exercise for most and can provide several benefits.

On Dec. 16, 2022, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) announced the Safety Measurement System (SMS) would now include an electronic logging device (ELD) violation. Now, under 49 CFR 395.24(d), the inability of an ELD to transfer ELD records electronically is a violation.