Greece has recently enacted a new law that brings significant changes to the organisation of work. Key measures include the option for a four-day workweek, extended overtime, and a push towards digital modernisation. We...more
Managing a farm workforce can be a heavy lift. That’s because agricultural employers need to keep up with farm labor laws and workplace regulations that seem to constantly change. That’s why we created this zero-waste...more
As the agricultural industry continues to rely heavily on foreign seasonal labor, compliance with the H-2A visa program has never been more essential — or more complex. The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) and Department of...more
The holiday season is a time of celebration, but for retail executives, it’s also a period of heightened responsibility. Wrapping Paper Series Tag With stores bustling and warehouses working overtime, the influx of...more
For the eighth year in a row, New Jersey will be increasing its minimum wage effective January 1, 2026. Under a law passed in 2019, the New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development (NJDOL) initially set a new...more
The Immigration Team at Harris Beach Murtha invites you to join us for our 2025 Seasonal Business Labor and Immigration Compliance Webinar Series....more
Quick Hits On October 1, 2025, the New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development (NJDOL) released the new minimum wage rates that will take effect on January 1, 2026. The hourly minimum wage will increase by $0.43,...more
Temporary disability is an important workers’ compensation benefit with some complex nuances. The purpose of temporary disability is to financially compensate an injured worker for lost wages due to their industrial injury,...more
The DOL just dramatically reshaped the H-2A program’s minimum wage policy, and the new framework could significantly lower wage costs for H-2A agricultural employers and help prevent severe labor shortages across the farm...more
It’s mid-November. Your holiday hiring team is staring down 2,000 open requisitions for seasonal warehouse roles. Applicants pour in, but by December 1, nearly a third of your “confirmed” hires never show...more
Maine employers, take note: the new “Report to Work” law was enacted on June 24, 2025. This legislation affects businesses with 10 or more employees who work in the regular course of business for more than 120 days per...more
In a recent decision impacting Québec employers and workers, the Court of Appeal of Québec clarified the scope of work-relatedness necessary for an injury to be compensable under the Act respecting industrial accidents and...more
A federal appeals court just ruled that the Department of Labor’s administrative system for imposing civil penalties on agricultural employers for H-2A violations is unconstitutional, handing businesses across all industries...more
A recent federal jury verdict in Michigan has brought renewed attention to the compliance risks faced by employers that utilize the H-2A visa program, particularly when working with third-party labor contractors. On June 6,...more
As many employers are hiring summer staff, now is a good time to brush up on new developments in child labor, wage and hour, and workplace safety laws. These legal compliance matters may be particularly relevant to employers...more
As the weather gets warmer and you shift your focus to seasonal hiring, you’ll want to be sure to connect with Gen Z applicants, many of whom are college and high school students in search of summer jobs. These workers are...more
It’s hard to keep up with all the recent changes to labor and employment law, especially given the rapid pace at which the new administration has been moving on initiatives impacting the workplace and beyond. For the latest...more
As the year comes to a close, New Jersey businesses need to be mindful of the yearly increases in state minimum wage rates. The New Jersey Department of Labor announced in a press release that effective January 1, 2025, the...more
OSHA’s website recently added advice to employers, particularly in retail and warehousing, to help keep their employees safe this holiday season and linked a video on the Department of Labor’s YouTube page containing nine...more
The Department of Homeland Security has released an additional 64,716 H-2B temporary visas for non-agricultural workers. The additional visas will help employers in hospitality, tourism, landscaping, construction, seafood...more
The holiday season marks the busiest time of the year for retailers. Filled with holiday cheer, many shoppers look forward to availing themselves of ever-enticing holiday deals. To fully capitalize on the most wonderful...more
The holiday season is a whirlwind for retailers: packed stores, long hours, and the need for extra hands to meet demand. While your focus often centers on sales and customer satisfaction, ensuring compliance with employment...more
A bipartisan group of forty United States senators is requesting that the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) and U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) release additional H-2B visa slots for fiscal year (FY) 2025. Their...more
California has one of the most diverse workforces in the country. Each distinct job industry has its own nuances within the Workers’ Compensation system. One often overlooked but invaluable part of California’s workforce is...more