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IRS Releases 2026 Limits for Benefit Plans

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The Internal Revenue Service has released cost of living increase numbers for many retirement and welfare plan limits for plan years commencing in 2026. The elective deferral limit for 401(k) and 403(b) plans increased from...more

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Minnesota’s Upcoming Paid Leave Program and Changes to Break Requirements Take Effect, January 1, 2026

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On January 1, 2026, Minnesota’s Paid Leave Law, which provides partial wage replacement benefits for time away from work under certain circumstances through a state-run program, will take effect. In addition, changes in...more

Eversheds Sutherland (US) LLP

Benefits Catch-Up - Q3 2025

With so much happening in the employee benefits world, we bring you Benefits Catch-Up, our catch-up contribution to help you keep up with recent developments....more

Hanson Bridgett

IRS Issues 2026 Limits for Retirement Plans

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On November 13, 2025, the IRS announced in Notice 2025-67 cost-of-living adjustments to the tax-qualified retirement plan dollar limits for 2026. Most of the applicable dollar limits currently effective for 2025 will increase...more

McNees Wallace & Nurick LLC

Did you know?

McNees’ Benefits Group will be issuing a “Did you know?” series throughout the year providing short compliance reminders. Did you know that the IRS has published cost of living adjustments for retirement plans for the year...more

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Competing for Talent: The UK CMA’s Guidance on Anti-competitive Recruitment Practices

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The UK’s Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) published detailed guidance on how UK competition law applies to certain human resources (HR) practices, focusing on what UK businesses “need to know when recruiting workers...more

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New Jersey Federal Court Says Remote Employee’s Retaliation Claims Belong in Pennsylvania

The U.S. District Court for the District of New Jersey ruled that a claim by a remote employee in New Jersey over her Pennsylvania employer’s attempt to end her remote work arrangement, which allowed her to work from home in...more

Parker Poe Adams & Bernstein LLP

Eighth Circuit Reverses Finding That Writing 'BLM' on Uniform Is Protected By National Labor Relations Act

In a significant win for employers, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit reversed a National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) decision that found a national retailer violated federal labor law by prohibiting an...more

Parker Poe Adams & Bernstein LLP

As 'SAD' Season Approaches, Employers Should Be Sensitive to Accommodation Requests

Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is a type of depression that primarily occurs during fall and winter months. SAD is characterized by persistent feelings of sadness and low energy, and may affect sleep, appetite, and...more

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‘Thou Shalt Not Lie’: Termination Without Notice Due to (Attempted) Trial Fraud

If legal proceedings arise between an employee and employer, there may be a strong temptation to present the facts in a more favorable light than they actually are. If an employee makes false claims in legal proceedings...more

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Employment Law Update: USCIS Issues Guidance on $100,000 Fee on New H-1B Petitions

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In our October 30 Employment Law Update, we addressed the Department of Labor’s announcement of its program to step up audits of employers participating in the H-1B program. The Presidential Proclamation issued on the...more

Jackson Lewis P.C.

Third Circuit Ruling Makes It Easier for Employers to Settle Hybrid Wage and Hour Actions

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Issuing a landmark decision in a case of first impression, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit has clarified the relationship between federal claims brought under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and state law...more

Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer

Historic shift as Thailand launches first-ever parental leave and extends maternity benefits

On 7 November 2025, the Labour Protection Act (No.8) B.E. 2568 (2025) was published in the Royal Gazette of Thailand. The act aims to, among other things, (1) amend the maternity leave entitlement and (2) introduce new...more

Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP

La Colombie-Britannique propose d’allonger le congé avec protection d’emploi pour maladie ou blessure grave

Le 20 octobre 2025, le gouvernement de la Colombie-Britannique a déposé le projet de loi 30 intitulé Employment Standards (Serious Illness or Injury Leave) Amendment Act, (le « projet de loi 30 »), lequel propose d’allonger...more

Ary Rosenbaum - The Rosenbaum Law Firm P.C.

Another Big Fish in the 401(k) Pond

So, Creative Planning just bought SageView Advisory. Another week, another acquisition in the retirement plan world. At this point, consolidation is like the weather forecast, inevitable and rarely surprising....more

Groom Law Group, Chartered

2026 Retirement Plan Limits Announced

The IRS has issued Notice 2025-67, announcing that many of the key retirement plan limits will increase next year. Most limits are subject to modest increases, with some remaining the same. For example, the compensation...more

Bricker Graydon LLP

Retirement Plan Limit and Catch-up Contribution Modifications for 2026

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The IRS released its annual update for the cost-of-living adjustments for 2026. Similar to the adjustments made last year, there are widespread increases for 2026. ...more

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Columbus Strengthens Pay Transparency Law: Key Takeaways and Compliance Steps for Employers

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Employers in Columbus, Ohio, will soon need to include salary ranges in job postings. Mayor Ginther recently signed a pay transparency bill into law that builds on an existing rule already banning employers from asking job...more

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IRS Published 2026 Inflation-Adjusted Plan Limits

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On November 13, 2025, the IRS published its annual cost of living adjustments for various retirement plan limits. These adjustments are consistent with the rate of increases in prior years, reflecting moderate inflation...more

Parker Poe Adams & Bernstein LLP

Employers Listed in OSHA's Severe Violator Enforcement Program Could See Devastating Effects on Business

There are certain clubs that no one should aspire to join. In 2022, the federal Occupational Safety and Health Administration expanded the criteria used to place employers in its Severe Violator Enforcement Program (SVEP). ...more

Ary Rosenbaum - The Rosenbaum Law Firm P.C.

2026: The Year That Will Test Every 401(k) Plan Sponsor

When I look ahead to 2026, I can’t help but think of Rocky Balboa. Not the invincible Rocky from Rocky III strutting around in silk robes, but the older one, in the later films, the guy who knows every punch is going to hurt...more

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Massachusetts Paid Family and Medical Leave Program: November 2025 End-of-Year Update

With the approaching end of 2025, the Massachusetts Department of Family and Medical Leave (DFML) has issued updated notices supporting Massachusetts Paid Family and Medical Leave (MA PFML) compliance. Additionally, the...more

Venable LLP

What Now? EEOC Regains Quorum

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On October 7, 2025, the Senate confirmed Brittany Panuccio as the third commissioner of the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), restoring the EEOC’s quorum and decision-making authority....more

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2026 Retirement Plan Limits

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2026 Retirement Plan Limits - The IRS has announced inflation-adjusted limits for retirement plans in Notice 2025-67. The 2026 retirement plan limits are summarized below....more

Williams Mullen

Benefit and Contribution Limits for 2026

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The Commissioner of Internal Revenue announced the 2026 dollar limitations for benefits and contributions that apply to retirement plans. The Social Security Administration increased the Social Security taxable wage base....more

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