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Employee Handbooks are reference manuals for new and current employees on the policies and procedures of a particular employer. A comprehensive employee handbooks outlines expectations and obligations for both... more +
Employee Handbooks are reference manuals for new and current employees on the policies and procedures of a particular employer. A comprehensive employee handbooks outlines expectations and obligations for both employees and employers and is an important part of effective human resource management. A proper handbook contains detailed information on non-disclosure and conflict of interest obligations, work schedules, employee compensation and benefits, anti-discrimination policies, and codes of conduct to name a few. less -
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Inside the NLRB: What Non-Union Employers Need to Know About NLRA Risk in 2026

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Although they may not realize it, even non-union employers face risk under the National Labor Relations Act. Everyday workplace decisions can trigger scrutiny and while the enforcement climate is shifting, the underlying risk...more

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Neonatal Intensive Care Leave Law Takes Effect in Illinois June 1

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The Family Neonatal Intensive Care Leave Act (the “Act”) takes effect on June 1, 2026, making Illinois one of the first states in the country to require job-protected parental leave for employees with children who are...more

Rosenberg Martin Greenberg LLP

Outdated Employment Policies Create Risk: Why Annual Reviews Matter

Employment policies are a cornerstone of effective workplace management and legal compliance. Such policies provide employees with clear, consistent guidance on expectations and procedures while helping employers remain...more

Patterson Belknap Webb & Tyler LLP

Employment Law Compliance for Start-Ups

Before you press "go" to launch your next business idea, as a founder and entrepreneur of a start-up company you should address an important (if uninspiring) step: employment law compliance....more

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2026 NLRB Enforcement Priorities: Key Changes for Employers

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After being sworn in on January 7, 2026, National Labor Relations Board (“NLRB”) General Counsel (“GC”), Crystal Carey, announced agency enforcement priorities....more

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Reminder: ADA Prohibits Automatic Termination Following a Set Leave Period

In the past several months, we have run across several employee handbook or other employer policies that provide for termination of employment if an employee does not return from medical leave following a certain amount time,...more

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The NLRB Will Soon Have Its Third Republican Vote: Here Are the 8 Cases Most Likely to Change the Face of Labor Law

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President Trump just nominated James Macy on April 13 to fill a vacancy on the National Labor Relations Board, and if confirmed, the Board will have something it hasn’t had since Trump took office: a functioning three-member...more

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May Day 2026 Could Be Coming to Your Campus: What Education Employers Need to Know About Potential Protest Activity

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A nationwide coalition is calling for a “no work, no school, no shopping” action on May 1, and education employers are squarely in the crosshairs. From K-12 private schools to colleges and universities, administrators and HR...more

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Connecticut 2026 Employment Law Update: Time for Some Spring Cleaning

It may already be April, but Connecticut employers still have several “new year” compliance updates to address. As spring approaches, now is a good time to dust off employee handbooks and make sure 2026 changes are fully...more

Poyner Spruill LLP

Mitigating Risk Through Regular Employee Policy Updates

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The time for spring cleaning is upon us—and this annual act of organizing and going through items not only gives a fresh start to folks in their personal lives, but can also apply to companies. The spring season is an ideal...more

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Employer Checklist for April 2026

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Here are the top 10 workplace compliance items you should tackle in April 2026, based on the latest labor and employment law updates…...more

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Navigating Through 2026 March [Policy] Madness: Employment Law Updates Employers Can’t Afford to Bench This Season

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In the thick of college basketball season, it’s not just teams updating their playbooks- employers should also take a hard look at their handbooks as well. With rapidly evolving rules around AI, immigration, paid leave,...more

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Cannabis Group Series | Current and Emerging Employment Issues in Cannabis

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The rapidly evolving landscape of the cannabis industry brings with it a unique set of legal challenges, particularly in the realm of employment law. Understanding these intricacies is crucial for businesses to thrive while...more

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[Webinar] The NLRB in Flux - What California Union and Non-Union Employers Need to Know Now - March 24th, 10:00 am - 11:00 am PT

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With the possible exception of ICE and the Department of Homeland Security, no federal agency has generated more significant developments for California employers over the past year than the National Labor Relations Board. ...more

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Podcast: 2026 To Do: Your Employee Handbook

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On this episode of Williams Mullen’s Benefits Companion, host Brydon DeWitt is joined by Stephanie Karn, partner in the Labor, Employment and Immigration Section at William Mullen, to discuss one of the most common questions...more

Bricker Graydon Wyatt LLP

Is It Time for a Spring Cleaning of Your Employment Policies?

Much to everyone’s excitement, spring is just around the corner! Conducting regular reviews of and updates to your company’s policies and employee handbook allow you to adjust the policies to work with your business rather...more

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A More Measured NLRB? GC Memo Suggests a Reset in Enforcement

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The National Labor Relations Board’s (NLRB) General Counsel, Crystal Carey, has issued updated guidance aimed at promoting fair, efficient, and consistent enforcement of the National Labor Relations Act (NLRA). Although...more

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AI Deepfakes in the Workplace: A New Frontier of Employer Liability

The technology that was supposed to make work easier is now making it more dangerous. AI-generated deepfakes—defined generally as fabricated images, video, and audio that look and sound real—have arrived in the workplace, and...more

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Is the Law on Handbooks Changing Again? 5 Steps for Employers After NLRB General Counsel’s New Guidance on Work Rules

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The National Labor Relations Board’s General Counsel just issued guidance last week addressing how Regional Offices should approach enforcement of unfair labor practice charges involving employer work rules and handbook...more

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Does a Single PTO Policy Still Work for Multi-State Employers?

I’m often asked to review the benefits and paid leave provisions in employer handbooks. Employers tend to focus first on retirement and health benefits, but significant compliance issues show up elsewhere. By far the most...more

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The NLRB Resets Its Enforcement Priorities: What Every Employer Needs to Know Now

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On February 27, 2026, newly appointed National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) General Counsel Crystal S. Carey issued Memorandum GC 26-03, providing updated case handling guidance to regional offices nationwide....more

Miles & Stockbridge P.C.

Highlights from the 2026 Hot Topics in Employment Law Seminar

Miles and Stockbridge’s Labor, Employment, Benefits & Immigration Practice Group presented its 24th annual Hot Topics in Employment Law Seminar last week to business executives, human resources professionals and in-house...more

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Rescheduling Cannabis and Employment Law: Key Compliance Issues Employers and Licensees Need to Know

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As discussions around federal cannabis rescheduling gain traction, employers across industries are asking how a change in cannabis’s federal status could affect workplace policies, employee protections, and compliance...more

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Managing Conflict and Controversy in the Workplace

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In this episode of 'OK at Work,' attorneys Sarah Sawyer and Russell Berger of Offit Kurman discuss strategies for handling conflict and controversial topics in the workplace. With 2026 starting off with many contentious...more

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Employer Compliance Guide to State Family & Medical Leave Laws Effective in 2026

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As we move into 2026, employers face a rapidly evolving landscape of state-level family and medical leave laws. New programs are launching and existing laws are expanding across multiple jurisdictions, creating heightened...more

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