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Federal Gov't - General
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has announced it will withdraw from the Memorandum of Understanding on Labor Issues in Merger Investigations one month after it entered into the MOU with three other agencies. The Aug. 28, 2024, MOU outlined cooperation in investigating the possible effects that me
HR - Voting Rights
As election day 2024 approaches, it is crucial that employers are aware of and comply with state law requirements on employee rights to voting leave. While not all states impose obligations on employers, many states do require employers to provide time off for voting, along with other requirements,
Georgia - General
The Georgia Supreme Court has held that employee non-solicitation provisions need not contain an express geographic restriction to be enforceable. North American Senior Benefits v. Wimmer, No. S23G1146 (Sept. 4, 2024). It also held that they must be reasonable in light of the totality of the circums
Labor Law - General
The International Longshoremen’s Association (ILA) ended its strike across the East Coast and Gulf Coast ports after reaching a tentative wage agreement with the U.S. Maritime Alliance (USMX). USMX, which represents port terminal operators, had been in contract negotiations for several months before
California - General
As courts continue to work out the scope of the Ending Forced Arbitration of Sexual Assault and Sexual Harassment Act (EFAA), the California Court of Appeal in two decisions held that a plaintiff cannot be compelled to arbitration if at least one of the claims asserted in the “case” is a sexual assa
Restrictive Covenants
The recent SCOTUS Loper Bright decision, the FTC's final rule banning non-competes, and ongoing litigation may present significant challenges for employers enforcing non-compete agreements.
California - General
California’s 2024 legislative session wrapped up with Governor Gavin Newsom signing significant bills affecting employers’ workplace policies and operations in the state. The new laws below take effect on Jan. 1, 2025. Employers should review and update their policies, employee handbooks, and traini
FLSA - Federal Minimum Wage
Federal contractors may need to be prepared to increase pay for employees working on, or in connection with, covered federal government contracts. The hourly minimum wage for employees performing work on federal contracts will rise from $17.20 to $17.75 on Jan. 1, 2025, the Department of Labor (DOL)
Multinational Employers
Jackson Lewis is a founding member of L&E Global, a worldwide alliance of independent law firms providing advice and counsel on employment law matters. We are pleased to present you with recent international employment law updates for October 2024 compiled by L&E Global.
Immigration - General
Noncitizens present in the United States illegally and facing deportation can request voluntary departure instead of a removal order under certain circumstances. If granted, an individual who follows the court’s directive will not be subject to the usual repercussions of deportation. Indeed, they mi
Colorado - General
Artificial intelligence is revolutionizing the workplace, offering unprecedented opportunities for innovation and efficiency. The Colorado AI Act stands at the forefront of this transformation, ensuring that AI is used responsibly and ethically.
California - Wage & Hour
At the end of June, the Governor paused the California health care worker minimum wage due to budget concerns. The bill was delayed until certain state
HR - General
Building positive workplace experiences can lead to a fundamental, positive cultural shift, making leadership positions not only more accessible, but at once inspiring and aspirational.
HR - Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI)
Politics is a hot topic at any time, especially during an election year when discussions ranging from candidates' qualifications to DEI spill over to the workplace. This prompts employers to think critically about the rules and regulations they implement to maintain a productive and inclusive enviro
FLSA - Federal Minimum Wage
Despite a number of pending lawsuits challenging the Biden Administration's authority to impose the minimum wage increase for federal contractors, the new
California - Wage & Hour
California Governor Newsom recently signed a bill impacting employers’ obligations when it comes to providing time off for jury duty, court attendance and
California - General
New legislation goes into effect on January 1, 2025 eliminating employers’ ability to require employees to use accrued vacation leave before accessing
Immigration - General
In good news, the State Department has announced the roll-out of its new online passport renewal system. Eligible individuals can renew their 10-year passports online without having to mail in any documentation. Be sure to plan ahead if you are using the online service because only routine service i
California - General
The deluge of candidate introduction postcards and special interest group mailers urging us to vote “Yes!” or “No!” on particular issues that flood our