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A Snapshot of Virginia’s New Employment Laws From the 2026 Legislative Session

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Following the 2026 legislative session, Virginia’s employment law landscape is shifting with the enactment of several new employee-friendly measures, and even more on the horizon. Here are the key developments for which...more

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Tennessee’s New Restrictive Covenant Legislation: Key Changes and Employer Action Items

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Tennessee is on the verge of enacting sweeping changes to the enforceability of restrictive covenants. A bill that cleared both chambers of the General Assembly in April now awaits Governor Bill Lee’s signature and enactment...more

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UK Employee Share Plans: 6th of July HMRC Reporting Deadline - May 2026

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Companies that award shares, options, or other securities to UK employees, directors, or officeholders need to be aware of the 6 July deadline to submit an employment related securities (ERS) annual return to HM Revenue &...more

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Navigating PBM Reform: Regulatory Changes, Market Shifts, and Practical Guidance for ERISA Fiduciaries

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Pharmacy Benefit Manager (“PBM”) arrangements have long relied on rebates with limited transparency into true drug costs. Recent regulatory and market developments represent a shift toward greater transparency and better net...more

Jackson Lewis P.C.

Kenneth J. Wolfe Appointed as New OFCCP Director

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Kenneth J. Wolfe is the new director of the Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP), according to the agency’s website. He assumes the role after Director Ashley Romanias recently stepped down....more

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The Free Speech Myth: How Employers Can Navigate 5 High-Risk Scenarios for Defamation Claims in the Workplace

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The concept of “free speech” is often misunderstood in the workplace. While many assume broad protections apply, the First Amendment offers limited coverage in private employment settings. At the same time, routine...more

Greenbaum, Rowe, Smith & Davis LLP

The ABC Test: NJ Adopts New Regulations for Determining Independent Contractor Status

On May 5, 2026, the New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development (NJDOL) adopted new regulations impacting the statutory ABC test for determining whether a worker is classified as an independent contractor or...more

Parker Poe Adams & Bernstein LLP

North Carolina Labor Commissioner Ends Penalty Discounts for Employee Fatality Citations

Last week, North Carolina Commissioner of Labor Luke Farley announced that the North Carolina Occupational Safety and Health Administration (NCOSHA) will no longer apply discounts when assessing penalties against employers...more

Jackson Lewis P.C.

Maine Revises Drug Testing Law, Broadens Employers’ Drug Testing Options

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Significant revisions to the Maine Substance Use Testing Law, 26 Maine Rev. Stat. 681 et seq., will take effect on July 29, 2026. Maine House Bill 1425 (2025-2026). New Types of Tests Permitted- Maine law currently...more

Clark Hill PLC

USCIS Announces Enhanced Security Vetting and Adjudication Pause Updates

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Effective April 27, 2026, USCIS implemented a new, enhanced security vetting process that has resulted in temporary “holds” on adjudications requiring fingerprint-based background checks. ...more

Bricker Graydon Wyatt LLP

Health Plans Are the Next Fiduciary Litigation Target

For years, employers have treated fiduciary governance as a retirement‑plan issue. Formal committees, documented processes, and ongoing oversight became standard in response to excessive fee litigation and regulatory...more

Amundsen Davis LLC

National State Employment Law Update - May 2026

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Several changes impacting employers in jurisdictions across the nation are summarized below in our latest blog post. Connecticut - On February 25, 2026, Connecticut's Attorney General's office issued a memorandum...more

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Stress, Burnout, and Safety: OSHA’s Modern Approach to Worker Well-being

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has increasingly emphasized that stress, anxiety, and burnout can contribute to accidents and reduced productivity, making mental wellness a significant part of its...more

Fisher Phillips

Blake Lively Litigation Highlights Workplace Compliance Risks for Entertainment and Media Employers: 7 Practical Tips

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Recent Hollywood headlines highlight the need for entertainment and media industry employers to implement clear, consistent workplace policies for both performers and staff. In the high-profile litigation between Blake Lively...more

Parker Poe Adams & Bernstein LLP

ADA May Require Adjustments to How Employers Manage Work of Employees With Learning or Other Disabilities

In recent years, disability has overtaken race as the most frequently cited basis for discrimination charges filed with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission. ...more

Thompson Coburn LLP

Why The Sixth Circuit Won’t ‘Lose Any Sleep’ Over Its Rejection of Negligence-Based Liability for Third-Party Harassment

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Last month, the United States Supreme Court declined a petition for certiorari filed by Dorthy Bivens following a decision from the Sixth Circuit in Bivens v. Zep Inc., 147 F.4th 635 (2025). ...more

Jones Day

Real Insight | Spring 2026

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Welcome to the spring 2026 edition of Real Insight, our UK real estate update. In real estate finance, we provide our thoughts on trends in back leverage dynamics, and we explain the key provisions of the draft...more

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New Jersey Finalizes ABC Test Rule: A Measured Retreat, Not a Reset

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After more than a year of delay and unusually forceful opposition from the business community, the New Jersey Department of Labor has adopted final regulations implementing the state’s “ABC” test for worker classification....more

Jackson Lewis P.C.

Maine Becomes Latest State to Mandate Pay Range Disclosures

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Maine recently enacted a pay transparency law that will require certain employers to disclose pay ranges in job postings and maintain records of employees’ compensation history. On April 24, 2026, Gov. Janet Mills signed into...more

Constangy, Brooks, Smith & Prophete, LLP

Court delivers big win for employers, limits reach of FLSA collective actions

The Second Circuit joins the majority of federal circuits. Employers defending collective actions under the Fair Labor Standards Act just scored a major win in the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit. In...more

Hahn Loeser & Parks LLP

Recent, Quiet Implementation of New I-9 Compliance Standards: US Employers Should Prioritize Preparedness

In March of 2026, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) updated its I-9 Inspection Fact Sheet reclassifying certain “technical” and correctable errors as “substantive” violations -significantly increasing the risk of...more

Ary Rosenbaum - The Rosenbaum Law Firm P.C.

Your Recordkeeper Isn’t Your Fiduciary (Even If They Act Like It)

Plan sponsors love a good illusion. And the biggest one in the 401(k) world is this: if the recordkeeper is doing a lot, they must be responsible for a lot. They’re not....more

Tonkon Torp LLP

Maximize Your Startup Company’s Value: Common Legal Mistakes to Avoid (Part 2)

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As startups move beyond formation and begin to scale, the nature of legal risk changes. The foundational decisions addressed in Part 1 remain critical, but growth introduces new layers of exposure — particularly in regulatory...more

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New Jersey Finalizes Rules for Controversial ABC Classification Test: Businesses with Independent Contractors Should Act Now

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New Jersey businesses should get ready for new regulations on classifying workers as independent contractors under the state’s ABC test. The rules aim to provide clarity, protection for legitimate independent contractors, and...more

Constangy, Brooks, Smith & Prophete, LLP

Moms in the workplace quiz! (2026 version)

Happy Mothers’ Day weekend to all, including you dads and kids! How much do you know about moms’ rights in the workplace in the current era? Take our quiz and find out! As always, the answers will appear at the end of each...more

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