Sep 28, 20243 min read
ILS Has Successfully Assisted Bot Auto in Securing $20M in Pre-A Funding for Autonomous Trucking Technology
ILS is proud to have supported Bot Auto, a pioneering company in autonomous vehicle (AV) technology based in Houston, in successfully...
Sep 27, 20244 min read
California's New Law on Social Compliance Audits: What Employers Need to Know
Starting January 1, 2025, California employers will need to pay closer attention to the results of voluntary social compliance audits,...
Sep 27, 20242 min read
DOJ Updates Guidance on AI and Corporate Compliance: Key Takeaways for Businesses
The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has introduced important updates to its Evaluation of Corporate Compliance Programs , addressing how...
Sep 18, 20243 min read
California AI Legislation Update: AI Discrimination Bill Stalls, While Lawmakers Advance Other AI Regulations
California lawmakers recently missed the chance to pass a major bill that would have set new rules for the use of artificial intelligence...
Sep 18, 20243 min read
California Judge's Lawsuit Over Salary Calculations Could Reshape Judicial Pay System
A recent lawsuit filed by Sacramento County Superior Court Judge Maryanne G. Gilliard has raised important questions about how judges’...
Sep 13, 20243 min read
New York Retail Worker Safety Act: What Retail Employers Must Do to Meet the 2025 Compliance Deadline
On September 4, 2024, Governor Kathy Hochul signed the New York Retail Worker Safety Act into law. This landmark legislation is designed...
Sep 13, 20244 min read
Los Angeles County’s Fair Chance Ordinance Took Effect: What Employers Need to Know
On September 3, 2024, Los Angeles County’s Fair Chance Ordinance (FCO) took effect, establishing stricter requirements for employers when...
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 27, 20244 min read
Adapting to the New Era of Remote and Hybrid Work: Comprehensive Strategies for Employers
The shift to remote and hybrid work has transformed business operations. While initial challenges like technology setup have been...
Aug 24, 20243 min read
Avoid Costly Mistakes: Properly Classifying AI Roles Under Wage and Hour Laws
As AI continues to reshape industries, employers are hiring for roles that didn’t exist just a few years ago. Positions like AI...
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...
Aug 16, 20241 min read
Firm News | Richard Q. Liu Recognized in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America
We are excited to announce that our Managing Partner, Richard Q. Liu, has been included in the 2025 edition of Best Lawyers: Ones to...
Aug 15, 20245 min read
FTC Non-Compete Rule: Latest Court Rulings and What They Mean for Employers
On April 23, 2024, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) approved a Final Rule that dramatically changes the landscape for non-compete...
Aug 14, 20243 min read
Critical Update for Employers: Impacts of the Turrieta v. Lyft, Inc. Ruling on PAGA Intervention
On August 1, 2024, the California Supreme Court delivered a crucial ruling in Turrieta v. Lyft, Inc. , addressing whether a party can...