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California - General
Several employment-related cases are currently pending before the California Supreme Court, and their outcomes could have a significant impact on workplace policies and risk management for employers and HR professionals. Fuentes v. Empire Nissan, Inc. This case addresses whether a form arbitration a
Immigration - Visas
Takeaways DHS has announced a final rule that replaces the usual randomized selection lottery H-1B cap selection process for one favoring higher-skilled and higher-paid foreign professionals. The “Weighted Selection Process for Registrants and Petitioners Seeking to File Cap-Subject H-1B Petitions”
Immigration - Visas
A federal judge has granted the Trump Administration’s motion for summary judgment and upheld the legality of the $100,000 fee requirement for certain H-1B visa petitions. Chamber of Commerce of the USA v. U.S. Department of Homeland Security, No. 1:25-cv-03675 (D.D.C. Dec. 23, 2025). President Dona
Immigration - Visas
Takeaways DHS announced in a final rule that it will apply a new H-1B selection process, replacing the random lottery, to allocate cap-subject H-1B visas beginning with FY 2027. Registrants submitted under higher wage levels will have a better chance of being selected, with positions under the highe
Minnesota - Wage & Hour
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New York - General
New York State’s 2025 legislative session marked a notable moment in the evolution of artificial intelligence (AI) and privacy regulation. Governor Kathy Hochul signed the Responsible AI Safety and Education (RAISE) Act, creating one of the first state-level frameworks aimed specifically at the most
California - General
As we wind down 2025, here are some of the changes California employers need to be aware of to be prepared in 2026. State Law California SB 596: Increases Penalties for Healthcare Staffing Ratio Violations Senate Bill 20: California Expands Worker Protections Against Silica Dust Exposure Senate Bill
HR - Privacy & Surveillance
When an organization’s data systems are compromised, they face the daunting challenge of sorting through mountains of sensitive data under intense regulatory pressure. In this episode of We Get Privacy for Work, hosts Joe Lazzarotti and Damon Silver are joined by Matt Morocco, Director and Cyber Pra
Immigration - General
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has announced that Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Burma (Myanmar), Ethiopia , Haiti , and South Sudan will end in early 2026. Employers of TPS beneficiaries from affected countries should closely review the timelines and automatic Employment Authorizat
Federal Gov't - DOJ
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Florida - General
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Colorado - General
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Federal Gov't - DOJ
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Federal Gov't - DOT
TakeawaysDepartment of Transportation issues interim final rule removing presumption of social and economic disadvantage for women and designated minorities from two federal programs.The new rule is immediately effective, without a notice and comment period.Recipients of federal funds must not inclu
Illinois - General
Takeaways Illinois employers may not rely solely on SSA “no-match,” IRS discrepancy notices, or similar third-party notifications to take disciplinary or termination action. Employers must meet strict notice, timing, and communication requirements, including providing employees an opportunity to res
California - General
Los Angeles County has enacted a new ordinance that permanently extends and updates worker recall and retention rights for certain employees, building on protections first introduced during the COVID-19 pandemic. The ordinance, effective November 6, 2025, amends the Los Angeles County Code to provid
HR - Education Industry
From ‘illegal DEI’ to union activity to False Claims Act risks, the past year has been a flurry of activity and high-stakes changes for higher education institutions. It is critical for universities and colleges to strike a balance between compliance with federal anti-discrimination laws and upholdi
HR - Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI)
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California - Labor Law
Los Angeles hospitality employers should be aware of an update regarding the Hotel Worker Training Ordinance. The City has released its list of Certified Public Housekeeping Training Organizations (PHTOs), and beginning December 1, 2025, covered hotels must provide paid public housekeeping training
FLSA - General
As employers have become accustomed to basic pay transparency obligations, states and cities have begun ramping up requirements for greater information disclosure. Proactive planning and strong decision-making regarding an organization’s culture can help alleviate the stress employers face.