Employers have long used in-cab cameras for a variety of concerns, including protecting the driver and the public from accidents resulting from inattentive driving. Reviewing the recordings serves as a valuable training tool and…
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If you own a small business, you may qualify for significant tax savings under section 1202 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended (Section 1202). Owners or investors of certain C corporations (C corps) may be eligible…
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/ Business Organizations, Finance & Banking, Mergers & Acquisitions, Taxation
Although no one can predict what U.S. trade policy will be under the next administration, one thing we know for sure is that the Trump Administration’s policies were very muscular with the goal of forcing U.S. companies to bring…
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/ International Law & Trade
Perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are a group of nearly 15,000 chemicals with heat, grease, oil, water, and stain resistant properties. They may be found in consumer products like food packaging, non-stick…
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/ Environmental Law, Health, Real Estate - Residential, Toxic Torts
In this brief state law update, we'll cover new and updated posters required by state and local law for employers operating in those locations. Locate your state below to determine if any of the following updated employment…
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/ Labor & Employment Law
Starting a cargo shipping business is no small feat; the financial barriers alone can be overwhelming. But for entrepreneurs willing to take on the challenge, the maritime industry has a high potential for reward. For…
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/ Business Organizations, International Law & Trade, Maritime Law
Most employers have policies and procedures in place to maintain an atmosphere of safety and mutual respect in the workplace. These policies often prohibit employees from engaging in unlawful behavior, such as harassment,…
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/ Civil Rights, Labor & Employment Law
You are likely now aware of the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network's (FINCEN) new Corporate Transparency Act in effect as of January 1, 2024, that requires domestic entities (and foreign entities qualified to do business in…
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/ Finance & Banking, Taxation
Traveling to the U.S. can be grueling. By the time you arrive at Customs and Border Protection (CBP), all you want is to get through and be on your way. But diligence and a little extra time at CBP can save you headaches, money,…
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/ Immigration Law, International Law & Trade
Parties to business acquisitions use indemnification clauses to provide security for harm that may result following the closing of the transaction. Indemnification obligations require one party to compensate the other for costs…
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/ Business Organizations, Commercial Law & Contracts, Finance & Banking, Mergers & Acquisitions
On August 23, 2024, in the case of Restaurant Law Center, et. al. v. U.S. Department of Labor, et. al., the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit invalidated the U.S. Department of Labor’s (DOL) 2021 Tip Credit Rule…
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/ Labor & Employment Law
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) has proposed a new rule that could impact lenders using forms of artificial intelligence in their lending practice. The rule affects mortgage originators and secondary market…
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/ Consumer Protection, Finance & Banking, Real Estate - Residential, Science, Computers, & Technology
Proper and meaningful employee onboarding is essential. Learn best practices for effective hiring and initial onboarding to help diminish problems down the road. Interviewing, background and reference checks, as well as actual…
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On August 9, 2024, the Illinois State Senate finalized amendments to the Right to Privacy Act. These amendments add additional requirements for employers who use employment eligibility verification programs, including E-Verify…
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/ Immigration Law, Labor & Employment Law, Privacy
Several changes impacting employers in jurisdictions across the nation are summarized in our latest blog post.
California -
Effective July 1, 2024-
On July 1, 2024, Governor Newsom signed Assembly Bill 2288 (A.B. 2288) and…
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