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If Pain, Yes Gain – Part 135: New York City Expands Paid Safe & Sick Time Benefits

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On September 25, 2025, the New York City Council approved a bill that expands the scope of New York City’s Earned Safe and Sick Time Act (“ESSTA”). The bill was officially enacted on October 25, 2025 and will go into effect...more

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Unlocking Hampton Roads - October 2025

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If Democrats hold the Assembly and Abigail Spanberger wins the governorship, 2026 will prioritize reviving 2025 vetoed bills and a few close-call measures. Expect fast-tracked action with the real battles shifting to how new...more

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2025 California Labor & Employment Bills Signed by Governor Newsom

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Governor Gavin Newsom signed 794 out of 917 bills this year, including several affecting labor and employment. Key new laws are highlighted below; most will become effective January 1, 2026. Of note, AB 406, which expands the...more

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NLRB Sues to Block California Bill Expanding PERB Responsibilities

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The National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) has filed a lawsuit against the state of California seeking to block a new law that would allow the California Public Employment Relations Board (PERB) to take on responsibilities...more

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European Labor Law Updates: Key Developments You May Have Missed

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Europe’s labor law landscape is evolving rapidly, with significant implications for multinational companies operating across the continent. Whether you’re managing a workforce, handling compliance, or structuring cross-border...more

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Overlapping Jurisdictions: California Enacts Law Allowing State to Resolve Labor Disputes When NLRB Cannot

California has joined New York in enacting a law to allow the state to regulate private sector labor disputes when the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) is unable to act or declines to do so. ...more

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[Event] 2025 Employment & Labor Law Seminar - October 29th, San Jose, CA

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Join us for our annual employment law seminar—with a bold refresh—on Wednesday, October 29. Building on the strong foundation laid by Hopkins Carley, this year’s event will feature expanded content, breakout sessions, and a...more

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Assembly Bill 288: Expanded Worker Rights and PERB’s New Authority

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California’s labor landscape is changing with the passage of Assembly Bill (AB) 288, which expands both worker rights and the authority of the state’s Public Employment Relations Board (PERB). Employers should be aware of...more

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New York State Passes Law That Threatens to Create a Patchwork Approach to Private-Sector Labor Law

In a significant development, New York enacted S.8034A, a law that would transform its Public Employment Relations Board (PERB) into a mini-National Labor Relations Board (NLRB). Under the new law, PERB would have new...more

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Federal-state Labor Law Conflict: NLRB Challenges New York’s S.8034A

The National Labor Relations Act (NLRA or the Act), enacted in 1935, is the cornerstone of private-sector labor law in the United States. Section 7 of the NLRA guarantees employees the right to organize, bargain collectively,...more

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California’s AB 288: A Bold Attempt to Give PERB Jurisdiction Over Private Employers

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California employers may soon find themselves navigating a new—and legally uncertain—layer of labor law enforcement. Assembly Bill 288 (AB 288), recently introduced in Sacramento, proposes to expand the authority of the...more

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Many States’ Employee-Friendly Labor Laws Take Effect as NLRB Remains Quorum-Less

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The National Labor Relations Board remains without a quorum, leaving key decisions and enforcement actions on hold. In the meantime, state legislatures across the country have introduced new labor laws that increase employer...more

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Breastfeeding at Work Redefined: Puerto Rico’s New Code Ushers in Major Changes

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Puerto Rico has enacted a groundbreaking Lactation/Breastfeeding Code that consolidates in one statute the rights of breastfeeding employees and the responsibilities of employers across the Island. Signed into law on...more

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2025 Legislative Developments Affecting Washington Employers

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Washington employers face a wave of new workplace legislation, some of which recently became effective and some that will begin in 2026 and beyond. These new or modified laws address a broad range of topics, many of which...more

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Washington State Workplace Law Roundup: Nearly 20 New Laws Taking Effect Within the Next Year – Starting Now

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Washington lawmakers were busy this year, and a wave of new laws will have a major impact on the workplace. Employers must be aware of significant workplace laws taking effect within the next year, including 11 new laws that...more

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Post-House Settlement, Are Federal NIL Laws on the Horizon?

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The House v. NCAA class action settlement was approved on June 6. While the House settlement changes the college sports landscape, it has also left institutions, coaches and athletes with questions. Since 2021, there has been...more

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New York State Looks to Take Over Labor Law Enforcement Amidst Uncertainty at the NLRB

With mounting uncertainty about the lack of a quorum and near term future of the National Labor Relations Board (the “NLRB” or the “Board”), New York State legislators are attempting to usurp the powers delegated to the Board...more

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New Federal Government Established: What Employers in Germany Can Expect

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Germany's new government—led by former Mayer Brown Partner Friedrich Merz, who serves as Federal Chancellor—has laid out an ambitious agenda for the next four years. Many of the topics addressed on the 144-page-long coalition...more

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Connecticut Paid Sick Leave Act Amended by General Assembly

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On June 4, 2025, embedded in an omnibus bonding bill, the Connecticut General Assembly amended the Connecticut Paid Sick Leave Act as it applies to certain employees of municipalities and boards of education. While the...more

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A Big Swing and a Progressive Senate: What’s Next for Workplace Laws in Australia?

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Experts failed to predict the scale of the Albanese Government’s victory, securing re-election with a landslide. As counting concludes, this majority in the lower house will likely be complimented in the Senate. The...more

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Changes to Labor and Employment Law by the New German Federal Government - Legal Insights Germany

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The German Bundestag has elected Friedrich Merz (Christian Democratic Union (CDU)) as federal chancellor. With the government now in place, it can begin its session. The Christian Democratic Union, Christian Social Union...more

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Washington State Law Provides Agricultural Cannabis Workers the Right to Unionize

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A recently passed Washington State House Bill permits agricultural workers to unionize under the supervision of Washington’s Public Employment Relations Commission (PERC). On April 22, 2025, the Governor signed House Bill...more

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New extension order signed in Israel improves wage terms and benefits in the construction sector

A new extension order signed in March 2025 applies to employees in the construction, infrastructure, heavy equipment, public works, civil engineering and renovation sectors and came into effect on April 1....more

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Coalition Agreement 2025: New German Government's Plans for Labor and Employment Laws

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At a Glance - A new coalition agreement between Germany's Christian Democratic Union and the Social Democratic Party contains several labor and employment law proposals. Provisions in the agreement address skilled worker...more

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UK Government Amends Employment Rights Bill and Issues Ethnicity and Disability Pay Gap Reporting Consultation

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The UK government tabled large volume of amendments to the Employment Rights Bill throughout March 2025. Given the Bill’s significance, this LawFlash highlights some of the key changes under the Bill as it stands as of...more

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