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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

Jackson Lewis P.C.

2026 Cost of Living Adjustments for Retirement Plans

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The Internal Revenue Service recently announced its cost-of-living adjustments applicable to dollar limitations on benefits and contributions for retirement plans generally effective for Tax Year 2026 (see IRS Notice...more

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Update: New York Employment Law 2025-2026

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As 2026 approaches, employers should review the changes in this year’s legal landscape to ensure that they are continuing to follow the law to date and are prepared for future changes. Surprisingly, in 2025, New York enacted...more

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‘Ban the Box’ Expands in Philadelphia: Latest Updates for Employers

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Philadelphia has progressively strengthened its ban the box law, introducing stronger protections for applicants and employees and enhanced penalties for violations. Beginning Jan. 6, 2026, the latest amendments further...more

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8th Circuit Denies Petition to Rehear Anti-Union Meeting Ban – November 6, 2025

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In 2023, Minnesota enacted the “Employer-Sponsored Meetings of Communications Act” (the “Act”), Minn. Stat. § 181.531. The Act prohibits employers from taking adverse employment action against any employee who refuses to...more

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Shutdown’s Over—IRS Wastes No Time Reminding You You’re Still Not Saving Enough, Because Priorities

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The IRS is back to work and just announced the 2026 annual limits that will apply to tax-qualified retirement plans. But wait, there’s more – a surprise increase in the inaugural FICA wage limit for purposes of the mandatory...more

Constangy, Brooks, Smith & Prophete, LLP

2026 Challenges for CA Employers: Workplace Know Your Rights Act

Mandatory notices related to immigration actions. Editor’s Note: This is the first in a series of five blog posts focusing on new compliance challenges for entities with employees in California. One of the most...more

Holland & Hart - Employers' Lawyers

Who’s Responsible for Uniform Costs, Employee or Employer?

Question: Can an employer have employees sign an agreement authorizing the employer to deduct from employees’ paychecks to cover the cost of employee uniforms?...more

Kohrman Jackson & Krantz LLP

Cuyahoga County Enacts CROWN Act: Compliance Guidance for Employers & Employees

On October 14, 2025, Cuyahoga County became the first county in Ohio to pass its own version of the CROWN Act, expanding local anti-discrimination protections to include natural hairstyles. The ordinance prohibits...more

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Compliance Gift Guide for Retail Employers: 5 Workplace Law Essentials for the 2025 Holiday Season

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For retail employers, the holiday shopping season means more shoppers, more shifts, and more workplace law challenges to keep up with. Consider this your guide to 2025’s key compliance must-haves – from classics that return...more

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