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Federal Gov't - General
Over the last six months, federal and state courts have been unwrapping the landmark Supreme Court of the United States decision in Loper Bright Enterprises v. Raimondo and navigating a new legal landscape that challenges decades of established administrative law regarding agency interpretations of
HR - General
It’s that time of year when apps and services unveil their highly anticipated top-5 lists. It's a phenomenon we can’t seem to get enough of, as these viral posts offer intriguing insights into the trends we’ve embraced throughout the year. If you’re curious about the most important shifts in the
New Jersey - General
A federal appellate court has ruled that a New Jersey law regulating recreational marijuana use does not grant job applicants the right to sue employers that rescind job offers after positive pre-employment drug tests for marijuana. The court found that the law does not provide a private right of ac
Federal Gov't - DOL
On December 17, 2024, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) issued a final rule amending the 2021 dual jobs rule . The amendment is purely technical and reflects the changes in law that have already occurred pursuant to the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals’ ruling in Restaurant Law Center v. U.S.
Immigration - Visas
On December 18, 2024, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) will publish the long-awaited second portion of its H-1B modernization rule. The draft rule, which was originally published for notice and comment on October 23, 2023, was broken into two parts by DHS so that the provisions concern
HR - General
It’s that time of year when apps and services are rolling out their eagerly awaited top-5 lists, capturing the essence of our yearly experiences. It's a phenomenon we can’t get enough of, as these viral posts provide intriguing insights into the trends we've embraced. If you've been curious about th
Benefits - 401(k)
Under current law, most 401(k) plans permit catch-up contributions that are equally available to all participants who are age fifty or over. Starting in 2025, the SECURE 2.0 Act allows eligible participants who are ages sixty to sixty-three to make “super-catch-up contributions” of up to the greater
Maine
Employers in Maine need to be prepared to make payroll deductions and submit quarterly earnings statements under the Maine Paid Family and Medical Leave Program , starting on January 1, 2025.
Immigration - General
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has announced a critical update for Employment Authorization Document (EAD) renewal applicants. Starting January 13, 2025, the automatic extension period for eligible EAD renewals will permanently increase from 180 days to 540 days. This change, making
ADA - Public Accommodations
In a careful, reasoned decision that deeply explored the meaning of “public accommodation” under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the chief judge of the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York held in Mejia v. High Brew Coffee Inc. that websites and virtual-only businesse
Connecticut - General
On October 29, 2024, the Connecticut Appellate Court issued an important decision in a case brought by the Connecticut Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities (CHRO), Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities v. Yale University . The court affirmed that phrases such as “recent college gradua
Immigration - Visas
On December 9, 2024, the U.S. Department of State updated the J-1 Exchange Visitor Skills List, revising the countries subject to the two-year foreign residence requirement. The updated Exchange Visitor Skills List is effective immediately and applies retroactively.
Immigration - Visas
The January 2025 Visa Bulletin shows no change from the December 2024 Visa Bulletin in the dates for filing in any listed category. Final action dates show slight advancement for EB-2 and EB-3 for some countries/categories. U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) will accept applications f
Affirmative Action - OFCCP
On November 21, 2024, the Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) added to its library of contractor resources by publishing “ A Guide to Combatting Harassment in the Construction Industry .” This follows similar guidance from the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) in
FLSA - General
When winter storms strike, businesses often face the challenging decision of whether to shut down operations to ensure the safety of their employees—bringing a host of wage and hour issues to the forefront. During unexpected closures, employers face considerations such as whether employees are entit
FLSA - Minimum Wage, State Issues
More than twenty states, and several major localities, will increase their minimum wage rates in the new year, with a majority of the changes effective on January 1, 2025. The chart below lists state and certain major locality minimum wage increases for 2025—and future years, if available—along with
New York - Labor Law
The State of New York has adopted a first-in-the-nation requirement that employers provide twenty hours of paid leave per year as a stand-alone leave benefit for pregnant employees. The New York State Department of Labor (NYDOL) has clarified that this new requirement takes effect on January 1, 2025
Ohio
On November 27, 2024, Ohio Governor Mike DeWine signed into law Senate Bill (SB) 104 , adding Ohio to the list of a dozen states with restrictions on bathroom access by transgender individuals. The law—officially, the “Protect All Students Act,” though coined the “Bathroom Bill” by many—outlines spe
California - General
New California employment laws are scheduled to take effect on January 1, 2025. These laws address a variety of issues, including the state minimum wage, discrimination protections, paid time off, and employers’ messages about unionization.
Labor Law - NLRB
On December 10, 2024, the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) restored the “clear and unmistakable” waiver standard for evaluating whether an employer made unlawful unilateral changes without first giving the union notice and an opportunity to bargain.