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Legal Update: Connecticut Supreme Court Adopts SCOTUS Definition of “Supervisor” for Establishing Vicarious Liability for Hostile...

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On August 1, 2024, the Connecticut Supreme Court ruled in O’Reggio v. Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities that the definition of “supervisor” set forth by the U.S. Supreme Court in Vance v. Ball State University to...more

Gibney Anthony & Flaherty, LLP

October 2024 Visa Bulletin Released

The Department of State released the October 2024 Visa Bulletin and USCIS will accept employment-based Adjustment of Status applications based on the more advanced Dates for Filing chart for the beginning of this fiscal...more

Dorsey & Whitney LLP

Companies Subject to U.S. Jurisdiction Should not Restrict Personnel from Being SEC Whistleblowers, or Receiving SEC Whistleblower...

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SEC rules prohibit taking “any action” to impede an individual from communicating directly with the SEC about a possible securities law violation, including by enforcing, or threatening to enforce, a confidentiality...more

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4 Key Takeaways - Employment Law Update: What You Need to Know Now and Next

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Kilpatrick’s Brodie Erwin and Sarah Spangenburg recently presented an “Employment Law Update: What You Need to Know Now and Next” at the firm’s annual In-House Counsel Summit in Raleigh. Mr. Erwin and Ms. Spangenburg explored...more

Seyfarth Shaw LLP

The Seventh Circuit Has Entered the Chat. Joining the Fifth and Sixth Circuits before it, the Seventh Circuit Agrees to Review the...

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Seyfarth Synopsis: In a welcome turn of events, the Seventh Circuit has taken up the question of what is the appropriate standard for court-authorized notice in collective actions....more

Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati

Heightened Obligations for Job Postings for Massachusetts-Based Roles

Beginning on July 31, 2025, Massachusetts will join a host of other states in requiring employers to provide detailed pay disclosures in public-facing and internal employee job postings pursuant to the recently passed Frances...more

Shipman & Goodwin LLP

[Webinar] 2024 Labor and Employment Series - AI and Privacy Laws in the Workplace - October 1st, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm EDT

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In our complimentary four-part webinar series, Shipman's labor and employment attorneys will guide private-sector employers through some of the most pressing legal challenges in the modern workplace. From neurodiversity...more

Bond Schoeneck & King PLLC

New FOIL Notification Requirements for Public Employers

On Sept. 4, 2024, Gov. Kathy Hochul signed legislation requiring public employers to notify employees if their disciplinary records are requested as part of a Freedom of Information Law (FOIL) request. This legislation...more

Morgan, Brown & Joy, LLP

Fifth Circuit Strikes Down Department of Labor’s “80/20” Tip Credit Rule

On August 23, 2024, the Fifth Circuit, in Restaurant Law Center v. U.S. Department of Labor, No. 23-50562 (Aug. 23, 2024), struck down the Department of Labor’s (“DOL”) 2021 rule restricting an employer’s ability to claim tip...more

Seyfarth Shaw LLP

Navigating employee relations: The advisor’s role (Part 4)

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In recent months, I’ve spoken to many HR professionals about all things employee relations or “ER.” What stood out was the challenging nature of the role of those in ER. ...more

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What Construction Firm Employers Should Do Right Now to Minimize Legal Risk of Discrimination and Harassment Lawsuits

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Seyfarth Synopsis: In June 2024, Seyfarth published a blog article warning construction industry employers of recent anti-harassment guidelines issued by the EEOC. We predicted that the EEOC has “put the construction...more

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Minor Missteps, Major Consequences: Avoiding Big Trouble from Seemingly Small I-9 Errors

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The recent settlement agreement between the Department of Justice and SP Plus Corporation, a Chicago based transportation and parking management company, serves as a critical reminder for employers of their responsibilities...more

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Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court Rules 7-Eleven Franchisees Are Not Employees

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On September 5, 2024, the Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court (“SJC”) ruled in Patel v. 7-Eleven that 7-Eleven franchisees are not employees of the franchisor under the independent contractor statute. The SJC looked beyond...more

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Fourth Circuit Affirms Termination of Employee for Alleged Lawful THC Consumption

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North Carolina employees are increasingly testing positive for illegal marijuana use while contending that they were only using legal hemp-derived products sold over the counter in this State. Some employees assert that these...more

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Aligning Enforcement: EEOC’s High-Tech Report and IER’s Growing Interest on AI Compliance

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Navigating the complex intersection of employment practices, technology, and the evolving legal landscape has become increasingly vital for those specializing in immigration compliance and related discrimination law. This...more

Fisher Phillips

The Dangers of Red-Tagging: A 5-Step Guide for Employers With Operations in the Philippines

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Multinational businesses with operations in the Philippines need to be aware of the growing trend of red-tagging, which is the practice of falsely accusing individuals or organizations of being affiliated with or supporting...more

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Guía normativa para equipos de RRHH y legales en materia de la Seguridad y Salud en el trabajo

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Según cifras de la Organización Mundial de la Salud se estima que cada año se pierden 12 000 millones de días de trabajo debido a la depresión y la ansiedad, a un costo de US$ 1 billón por año en pérdida de productividad...more

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Workplace Stress in Mexico: 7 Considerations and Strategies for Employers

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Workplace stress affects millions globally, and Mexico has one of the highest rates of work-related stress in the world. Given this context, companies doing business in Mexico have become acutely aware of the significant...more

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Shifting Views on Paid Administrative Leave

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Employers often place employees on paid administrative leave while they investigate accusations of employee misconduct or make decisions regarding the employees’ employment. Traditionally, most federal courts agreed that this...more

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A Brief Guide to Qualified Disclaimers for Retirement Plan Administrators

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A “qualified disclaimer” is a tax-effective way to refuse a transfer of property that would otherwise occur on someone’s death. From time to time, retirement plan administrators may be contacted by a beneficiary who wants a...more

Ballard Spahr LLP

SEC Announces Settlements with Seven Public Companies for Violations of Exchange Act Whistleblower Protections in Employee and...

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The SEC has begun to bring enforcement actions against companies whose employment and client agreements could appear to infringe on the right to report cases in violation of Section 21f-17(a) of the Exchange Act. On September...more

Bond Schoeneck & King PLLC

Manufacturing in the Upstate NY Tech Corridor Employment Laws that are Unique to New York Part 1

For manufacturers and suppliers expanding their operations into New York State for the first time, there are a myriad of legal idiosyncrasies to navigate. Businesses must proactively identify areas in which a different...more

Cranfill Sumner LLP

Making it “Rein”: Fifth Circuit Looks to Roll Back Department of Labor Rulemaking Authority

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A trio of cases before the United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit have challenged the core of US Department of Labor rulemaking. With varying levels of success. Restaurant Law Center v. DOL pertains to the DOL’s...more

CDF Labor Law LLP

[Webinar] Navigating the New PAGA - A Strategic Guide for Employers - September 24th, 10:00 am - 11:00 am PT

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Join us for a complimentary webinar during which CDF partners will discuss the new iteration of California’s Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA) and related legal developments while providing attendees with strategic...more

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Florida’s Minimum Wage Will Rise Again on September 30: What Employers Need to Know and What You Should Do Next

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Florida’s minimum wage will rise yet again on September 30, jumping to $13/hour (and to $9.98 for tipped workers) as part of a series of scheduled increases approved by voters in 2020. While employers across the Sunshine...more

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