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....
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 25, 20243 min read
U.S. Supreme Court to Clarify Employer Burden of Proof for FLSA Overtime Exemptions
The upcoming term for the U.S. Supreme Court includes a case that could have significant ramifications for employers: E.M.D. Sales, Inc....
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...
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 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 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
The Updates You Must Know About H-1B Visa Policies