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Political Pendulum Swings and the “Labor Renaissance”

Jackson Lewis P.C.·

“Most of our clients and most employers out there understand that there's going to be a pendulum swing. The key thing for us right now is to make decisions that consider where the law is and where it might go, understanding that we have four-year terms in the presidential administrations and things

Key HR Resolutions for 2025 - Workplace Wake-Up with Jen Shaw

Shaw Law Group, PC·

In this episode, Jen suggests several HR resolutions to make 2025 a great year at work!

“It Ends with Us” Employment Litigation: Lessons for Hollywood Employers

Littler·

Actor Blake Lively’s December 31, 2024, lawsuit against Wayfarer Studios, LLC, director and producer Justin Baldoni, and several others associated with the movie It Ends with Us has cast a spotlight on evolving employment law issues within the entertainment industry. The case underscores the develop

Health and Welfare Plans: Recent Topics in Year-End Compliance

Jackson Lewis P.C.·

As we bid farewell to 2024 and look ahead to the new year, we reflect on the many evolving compliance obligations that health and welfare plan sponsors

Key State Laws Set to Take Effect on January 1, 2025

Ogletree Deakins·

A wave of new state legislation ready to take effect on January 1, 2025, will reshape employment law across the United States, introducing crucial updates on paid family leave, anti-discrimination protections, workplace safety, and more. Here is a rundown of some key new state laws across the United

Time to Reset Your Tax Clock

Littler·

While we may reset our clocks in March and November each year, every January 1 we reset our tax clocks. Here is a short list of what is changing:

Pivotal Employment Law Issues Impacting the Life Sciences Industry in 2025

Ogletree Deakins·

As the life sciences industry prepares for 2025, employers must navigate a landscape marked by evolving employment laws, heightened pay transparency requirements, and ongoing scrutiny of workplace diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) efforts.

Legal News Unwrapped? The Most Watched Employment Law Developments of 2024

Ogletree Deakins·

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

Legal News Unwrapped? 2025’s Most Watched Employment Law Developments

Ogletree Deakins·

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

Littler Lightbulb: November Appellate Roundup

Littler·

This Littler Lightbulb highlights some of the more significant employment law developments in federal courts of appeal in the last month. Ninth Circuit Shoots Down $15 Per Hour Contractor Minimum Wage Rule

Employment Law Update: New Laws for 2025

Littler·

States and some cities were especially active this year passing workplace legislation, many of which create new compliance obligations for employers. Littler’s Workplace Policy Institute (WPI) has been tracking these laws as they worked their way through the legislative and regulatory processes befo

Business Email Compromise Scams: What They Are, and How to Avoid Them

Ogletree Deakins·

In an increasingly digital world, the rise in cybercrime involving email scams has become a significant threat to individuals and organizations alike. These sophisticated attacks exploit human psychology and technological vulnerabilities, luring unsuspecting victims into divulging sensitive informat

Election 2024 State Ballot Initiative Outcomes: What’s Ahead for Employers

Jackson Lewis P.C.·

TakeawaysMultiple states across the country voted this past election day on key employment mandates, from minimum wage increases and paid sick leave to medical marijuana and more.Voter-approved mandates will begin to take effect anywhere from Jan. 1, 2025, through the rest of the new year and beyond

Littler Lightbulb: October Appellate Roundup

Littler·

This Littler Lightbulb highlights some of the more significant employment law developments in federal courts of appeal in the last month. Ninth Circuit Reinstates Law Prohibiting Discrimination in Healthcare Settings Based on Vaccination Status

Possible Employment Issues Raised by Trump’s New Term

Shaw Law Group, PC·

The election of former President Donald Trump, along with Republican control of the Senate and possible control of the House, raises questions as to several employment law issues. The National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) The General Counsel

Post-Election Insights: What It Means for Your Business

Jackson Lewis P.C.·

As a second Trump administration prepares to take office in January 2025, Washington, D.C., is again at the epicenter of significant political shifts that will impact workplace law and likely impact your organization.

Abortion Rights Ballot Measures Pass in Seven States

Ogletree Deakins·

On November 5, 2024, seven states approved ballot measures to reaffirm the right to abortion, and three states rejected ballot measures to legalize abortion. These ballot results could have a significant impact on employers and industries with a large proportion of female employees of childbearing a