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...
Dec 12, 20232 min read
AI Revolution: Balancing Innovation with Worker Rights and Intellectual Property
President Biden's Executive Order on Artificial Intelligence (AI) establishes standards for AI safety and security, prioritizing American...
Nov 23, 20234 min read
California Bar's AI Guidelines – A New Era in Legal Tech
The legal profession is at a significant turning point with the California State Bar's adoption of guidelines for the use of generative...
Nov 22, 20233 min read
President Biden's Executive Order on Artificial Intelligence: A Landmark in Tech Regulation
On October 30, President Biden issued a pivotal executive order concerning artificial intelligence (AI), a move of significant interest...
Jun 12, 20234 min read
Silicon Valley Bank Collapse: The Employment Law Risks and Solutions
The collapse of Silicon Valley Bank on Friday should be taken seriously by every company and employer. Aside from the potential banking,...
Jun 12, 20231 min read
Download Slides for "HR Compliance Update: 2022 RIF and Employee Classification"
Our Managing Counsel Richard Liu, and Senior Counsel Sean Ren discussed the current market trend and updates on the latest HR compliance...
Jun 12, 20232 min read
Supreme Court Limits California PAGA Claims - Victory to Employers
- Richard Liu, Managing Counsel FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE On June 15, 2022, the Supreme Court of the United States issued a landmark decision...