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A new uptick in mpox activity , including reports of more virulent clade I lineages circulating in multiple regions, has renewed questions from employers about their obligations when an employee is infected or after a potentially infectious individual has been in the workplace. While the overall ris

Leaders charged with safeguarding data privacy and cybersecurity often assume that size equates to security—that large, well-resourced organizations must

As the dust settles around the latest round of U.S. comprehensive state privacy laws that took effect in 2025, HR and business leaders in the United States may face new or heightened compliance obligations, including for data subject rights requests. Although the right to access data is only one of

Employers’ Role in Culture War Conflicts Escalating culture war conflicts and heightened tensions can spill into the workplace when employee conduct relates to national and global political controversies . tgelbman@littler.com Fri, 10/17/2025 - 10:11

Littler 2025 Employer Survey – Leave and Accommodation Key Findings Employee requests for accommodations and leaves of absence are on the rise, marking a persistent cultural shift spurred by the COVID-19 pandemic, return-to-office mandates, and reduced stigma surrounding mental health conditions. eh

Halloween celebrations at the workplace can be a fun, lighthearted way to promote team building, a positive workplace culture, and greater creativity. But every year, there’s no shortage of employees who display questionable judgment during Halloween activities or wear costumes that are not appropri

Jones Walker LLP is pleased to announce that its Labor & Employment Practice Group received national rankings in the 2025 edition of Chambers USA by Chambers and Partners and in the 2025 Legal 500…

Littler Lightbulb – September Employment Appellate Roundup Ninth Circuit Affirms Summary Judgment for Fire Department in Claim for Failure to Grant Religious Exemption from Vaccine Mandate tgelbman@littler.com Mon, 10/06/2025 - 13:44

Policy Week in Review – September 26, 2025 Chair Cassidy Sends Letter to Governor Hochul Regarding NY’s “NLRB Trigger Bill” tgelbman@littler.com Fri, 09/26/2025 - 13:55

In September and October of each year, many businesses hire seasonal workers to prepare for the upcoming holiday season, particularly in the retail and hospitality industries. Employers that are staffing up must exercise caution to avoid hiring mistakes and missteps concerning requirements related t

President Trump’s so-called “Big, Beautiful Bill” has been making headlines, and for good reason — it’s packed with changes that directly impact employers and employees alike. Although much of the media coverage has focused on

A growing number of states require employers to provide safe leave for employees who are victims of violent crimes. Alaska, California, Connecticut, Delaware, and Washington are among the states that mandated leave for crime victims in 2025.

Littler Lounge: From Sports Brackets to Benchmarks – Navigating the Legal Side of Workplace Contests and Incentives What do fantasy football, March Madness brackets, and workplace raffles have in common? They might all be gambling – and they might be happening on your company’s time and devices. Ste

Workplace romances, social media posts, and conflicts of interest—what happens when personal choices spill into the workplace? Jen explores where the legal lines are drawn, the reputational risks leaders often overlook, and how employers can set boundaries without damaging trust or morale.

You ask if the coffee shop has the new seasonal drink yet, and the young barista, a Generation Z (Gen Z) member, looks back at you with a blank, expressionless face before pointing to the menu board above. This behavior, known as the “Gen Z stare,” has gone viral, with

Policy Week in Review – September 5, 2025 Trump Administration Releases Spring Unified Agenda of Regulatory and Deregulatory Actions tgelbman@littler.com Fri, 09/05/2025 - 13:58

Third Circuit: Absent Hacking, Violating Employer’s Computer-Use Policy Cannot Support a Claim Under the Computer Fraud and Abuse Act On August 26, 2025, in NRA Group, LLC v. Durenleau et al. , the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit addressed an issue of first impression: whether violating

Uncertainty persists as employers navigate federal wage and hour compliance in the second Trump Administration. Several final rules issued by the Department of Labor (DOL) during the Biden Administration have been mired in ongoing litigation. The DOL has signaled a retreat from the defense of these

Littler’s Workplace Policy Institute Presents: Labor Day Report – 2025 Introduction The first eight months of the Trump administration saw dramatic changes in labor and employment policy—from civil rights to traditional labor law to immigration—with more to come as key positions at oversight and enf

Christopher Maugans spoke with Buffalo Business First to discuss the latest developments in labor and employment law.