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EEOC Issues Key Guidance on Managing Legal Risks of Wearable Technology in the Workplace
As wearable technology becomes increasingly prevalent in the workplace, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) recently...
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, 20243 min read
CFPB Issues Guidance on Using Consumer Reports and AI in Employment Decisions
On October 24, 2024, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) released Circular 2024-06 , clarifying how employers using...
Oct 23, 20243 min read
Five Contract Provisions Under DOL Scrutiny: What Employers Should Know
On October 15, 2024, U.S. Solicitor of Labor Seema Nanda released a Special Enforcement Report highlighting five employment contract...
Oct 17, 20243 min read
California Healthcare Minimum Wage Increase: What Employers Must Do to Comply
California's SB 525 introduces a major wage increase for healthcare workers, starting October 16, 2024, after a series of legislative...
Oct 10, 20243 min read
California’s New Freelance Worker Protection Act: Key Steps for Employer Compliance
As of January 1, 2025, California will implement significant changes to the way businesses engage with freelance workers. The new...
Oct 10, 20243 min read
AB 2123: Preparing for Changes to California’s Paid Family Leave Starting January 2025
On September 29, 2024, California Governor signed AB 2123 into law, bringing significant changes to the state’s Paid Family Leave (PFL)...
Oct 4, 20243 min read
New California Law Expands Local Enforcement of Employment Discrimination
Effective January 1, 2025 , California employers will face an expanded compliance landscape with the introduction of Senate Bill (SB)...
Oct 1, 20242 min read
ILS Successfully Wraps Up China Seminars - Practical Guidance for Chinese Companies Entering the U.S. Market
As global economic integration advances, Chinese companies are accelerating their international expansion, with the U.S. market—a key...
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 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...