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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
Conducting background checks on job candidates has become common practice amongst Hong Kong employers. These may include obtaining work references, inquiring about the candidate’s criminal record and assessing their social...more
In the 2025 legislative session, Washington State expanded its Fair Chance Act in a number of different ways to impose additional limits on employers’ criminal background inquiries of applicants and employees. The changes go...more
Evolving credit checks requirements means employers in financial services are challenged more than ever to stay current because they conduct credit checks on prospective candidates more frequently than those in many other...more
The Philadelphia City Council on September 25, 2025 unanimously passed a bill amending and expanding the existing Philadelphia Fair Criminal Record Screening Standards Law (the Fair Chance Law). This legislation, which takes...more
In its judgment of 5 June 2025 (8 AZR 117/24, available in German only), the Federal Labor Court (BAG) ruled on claims for damages related to a recruitment procedure. This decision followed an earlier ruling by the Düsseldorf...more
A few weeks ago, during Episode 78, some listeners experienced technical issues with the audio on certain platforms. We’re bringing the episode back in full—because the topic is more timely than ever: imposter nurses....more
Evaluating candidates with known criminal records in compliance with the California Fair Chance Act (CFCA) poses a challenge for covered employers because the CFCA limits the discretion employers have to rely on such records...more
HR is evolving in real time, driven by policy shifts, workforce expectations, and now, the transformative force of AI. Meanwhile, today’s HR leaders are under increasing pressure to deliver innovation while staying compliant...more
A recent $27 million jury verdict should put every employer, especially those in the hospitality, retail, and entertainment industries, on high alert: failing to properly screen and train employees can result in significant...more
In our recent webcast, “Terminating the Problem Employee," the Labor & Employment team shared key considerations for employers looking to terminate a “problem employee” while avoiding controversy and litigation. Below are our...more
The Washington State Legislature has been busy as usual this session. Two bills with significant implications for employers operating in Washington have recently been signed into law by Governor Bob Ferguson: a state...more
The Washington State Legislature has passed a sweeping package of labor and employment laws that will significantly impact businesses with employees working in the State of Washington. These new laws, several of which become...more
Washington State continues to lead in progressive employment legislation with a number of new laws set to take effect in the coming months. These changes span a wide range of employment issues — from wage transparency and...more
The FBI is warning employers about increasing security risks from fraudulent job applications, resulting in hackers infiltrating companies and gaining access to sensitive data. To protect against these risks, employers should...more
In 1903, Edmund Smith invented the Automated Fish Cleaner. This glorious machine could gut, clean and can a salmon 55 times faster than a human could. ...more
Explore how background checks play a crucial role throughout the entire employee lifecycle, from hiring to retirement. Learn how they mitigate risk, ensure compliance, and build a trustworthy workplace....more
In a recent case, Oconomowoc Area School District v. Cota, the Wisconsin Supreme Court examined the definition of “arrest record” and the circumstances under which employers may lawfully consider arrest records in making...more
In our latest episode, Anne Bibeau, co-chair of the Labor & Employment practice, joins host Leah Stiegler to explore best practices for navigating hiring individuals with criminal backgrounds. Leah and Anne share insights on...more
In 2016, the city of Los Angeles passed the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO). Preempting California’s Fair Chance Act (FCA) by nearly two years, the FCIHO prohibits private employers operating in the city...more
As we head into a new year, employers should make plans to implement developments in various areas of employment law that will take effect in 2025 while confirming compliance with changes that have occurred over the past...more
In today's fast-paced digital world, businesses often seek to access a global pool of skilled professionals by turning to remote talent to fill gaps in their IT needs. Although this practice has many advantages, it also...more
The New York Clean Slate Act (the Act), which took effect Nov. 16, 2024, provides for the automatic sealing of certain convictions when certain periods of time have passed, after which information regarding the sealed...more
Background checks are an essential part of the hiring process and personal safety. But how far back do they go? If you’ve ever wondered about the time limits on background checks, you’re not alone....more
The New York State Clean Slate Act (the "Act") went into effect Saturday, November 16, 2024, bringing with it new obligations for New York employers who rely on criminal background checks. Under the Act, certain criminal...more