Apr 27, 20243 min read
Complying with the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act: Challenges and Strategies for Handling Essential Job Duties
In our previous blog, "Detailed Insights from the EEOC's Final Rule on the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act," we introduced the foundational...
Apr 27, 20242 min read
New York Leads with Pioneering Paid Prenatal Leave Policy
New York has become the first state in the United States to mandate paid leave specifically for pregnant employees to attend doctor...
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...
Apr 19, 20244 min read
Detailed Insights from the EEOC's Final Rule on the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act
The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has finalized its rule to implement the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA),...
Apr 16, 20242 min read
Upcoming Changes to Overtime Rules: What Employers Need to Know
A significant development in U.S. labor regulations has just taken a step closer to reality. The White House Office of Management and...
Apr 10, 20244 min read
Understanding California's New Fast Food Minimum Wage Law, Effective April 1, 2024
California's legislative landscape has shifted with the introduction of AB 1228. This legislation mandates a wage increase for fast-food...
Apr 4, 20242 min read
California's 2024 Pay Data Reporting: What Employers Need to Know
The California Civil Rights Department (CRD) released updated guidance for the 2023 pay data reports, due by May 8, 2024. It is crucial...
Mar 29, 20242 min read
The Corporate Transparency Act's Constitutional Challenge: What It Means for Your Business
On March 1, 2024, the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA), a landmark legislation aimed at bolstering financial transparency and combating...
Mar 14, 20243 min read
California's New Workplace Violence Prevention Mandate: Employers Must Know
In a pivotal move to enhance workplace safety, California has introduced a mandate that requires employers to take a proactive stance...
Mar 13, 20243 min read
How to Conduct an Effective Internal Investigation: A Practical Guide
In the corporate environment, the necessity for internal investigations can arise from various scenarios, ranging from employee...
Feb 7, 20243 min read
Latest H-1B Visa Updates: What It Means for Employers and Employees
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Jan 30, 20244 min read
FinCEN – U.S. Companies Must Report Beneficial Ownership, Effective January 1, 2024
On December 14, 2023, the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) of the U.S. Department of the Treasury released a final rule...
Jan 23, 20245 min read
Understanding and Navigating Legal Compliance in the Global AI Sector: Key Insights and Strategies
As we reflect on the pivotal technological advancements of recent years, 2023 stands out as a landmark year for artificial intelligence...
Jan 13, 20243 min read
Department of Labor Publishes 2024 Rule on Independent Contractor Classification
On January 9, 2024, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) published the final rule redefining the term “independent contractor” under the...