Dec 7, 20243 min read
New York Employers Prepare for Paid Prenatal Leave Requirement Starting in 2025
New York is pioneering employee benefits with its Paid Prenatal Leave program, effective January 1, 2025. This legislation mandates private
Nov 5, 20244 min read
Adopting the DOL’s AI Guidelines: A Strategic Framework for Employers
As AI technology continues to shape the workplace, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) has issued updated recommendations to guide...
Aug 30, 20243 min read
California Supreme Court Ruling: Public Employers Exempt from PAGA Penalties
The California Supreme Court recently issued a pivotal ruling that exempts public employers from penalties under the state’s Private...
Aug 29, 20243 min read
Fifth Circuit Strikes Down 80/20/30 Rule: Key Insights for Hospitality Employers
On August 23, 2024, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit made a significant decision in Restaurant Law Center v. U.S....
Aug 23, 20243 min read
Ninth Circuit Ruling: Personal Social Media Posts Can Create Workplace Harassment Risks
The recent ruling by the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit in Okonowsky v. Merrick Garland highlights the growing...
Aug 22, 20243 min read
Important Update for Employers: Texas Federal Court Blocks FTC Noncompete Ban Nationwide
In a pivotal decision on August 20, 2024, the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Texas set aside the Federal Trade...
Jul 11, 20244 min read
Supreme Court’s 2024 Decisions: Impact on Labor and Employment Law
The U.S. Supreme Court recently made four important rulings that limit the power of federal agencies. Although these rulings didn’t...
Jul 9, 20245 min read
Ensuring Compliance: What Employers Need to Know About OSHA's Proposed Heat Safety Rule
In a significant move toward safeguarding workers, the U.S. Department of Labor has introduced a proposed heat safety rule aimed at...
Jul 4, 20245 min read
PAGA Reforms Provide Relief for Employers: Essential Updates for California Businesses
The Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA), enacted in 2004, enables California employees to collect penalties for Labor Code violations on...
Jul 3, 20243 min read
Supreme Court Overturns Chevron Doctrine: Implications for Employers
On June 28, 2024, the U.S. Supreme Court overturned the decades-old Chevron doctrine, which required courts to defer to a federal...
Jun 26, 20243 min read
Enhancing Workplace Rights: New York's Transition to Paid Lactation Breaks
The recently enacted New York State budget for fiscal year 2024 introduces pivotal changes to leave and accommodation laws, demanding...
Jun 22, 20244 min read
PAGA Reform: A Step Toward Fair Labor Law Enforcement
On June 18, 2024, California Governor Gavin Newsom, along with Senate President pro Tempore Mike McGuire and Assembly Speaker Robert...
May 16, 20243 min read
Understanding the EEOC's New Workplace Harassment Guidance: Key Insights for Employers
On April 29, 2024, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) issued its Enforcement Guidance on Harassment in the Workplace....
Apr 25, 20243 min read
FTC – Final Rule Banning Most Non-Compete Agreements
On April 23, 2024, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) issued a final rule that will prevent employers from enforcing non-competes against...
Apr 25, 20243 min read
DOL Releases Final Rule on Overtime Salary Thresholds, Effective July 2024
In our previous coverage, we explored the impending changes proposed by the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) aimed at expanding overtime...
Apr 24, 20246 min read
Insights from Rich Reinis, Fast Food Council Member: The Effect of California's New Fast Food Minimum Wage Law on the Industry
In our previous article, California's New Fast Food Minimum Wage Law, Effective April 1, 2024, we provided a detailed explanation of the...