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The AI Workforce Shift Is Here: What In-House Counsel and HR Leaders Need to Know About Lawful Reductions in Force

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Artificial intelligence is no longer a theoretical disruption—it is actively reshaping how work gets done. Across industries, AI and automation are eliminating entire categories of jobs, from data entry and customer service...more

Jackson Lewis P.C.

International Employment — Episode 2: Global Employers’ Guide to U.S. RIF Compliance

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Foreign-headquartered companies looking to reduce their workforce in the States face a complex web of U.S. operational, regulatory and reputational risks. Jackson Lewis’ Workforce Restructuring Leader Jeff Brody joins host...more

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I Am Leaving My Company—How Do I Keep Them from Suing Me and My Next Employer?

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Leaving a job can feel uncertain: you want a clean exit, but you also don’t want a surprise lawsuit showing up in your inbox the minute your LinkedIn updates or worse, the inbox of the CEO of your new employer. The good news...more

Constangy, Brooks, Smith & Prophete, LLP

Repo employer: 8 steps to getting your property back from an ex-employee

Employers, has this ever happened to you? You issue some nice, high-quality equipment to your employee. Top-of-the-line, state-of-the-art computer that the employee can use at home, maybe even a car. At some point,...more

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Rethinking Workforce Reductions: Considering Voluntary Separation Programs

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Voluntary separation programs can provide benefits to employees and employers alike, including, for the former, empowering workers to make informed decisions about their employment status and, for the latter, strategically...more

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Prenups, Postnups, and Marital Settlement Agreements: What’s the Difference and Which is Best for You?

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Whether you are entering a marriage, already married, or in the process of separating or divorce, there are a few agreements that can help protect your finances....more

Offit Kurman

Severance Packages: Best Practices for Calculating and Communicating Them

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Severance decisions sit at the intersection of legal risk, employee relations, and business judgment. For employers, the challenge is not simply deciding whether to offer severance, but determining how much to offer, under...more

Constangy, Brooks, Smith & Prophete, LLP

Bad luck for this employer with separation agreement

But, then, don't we make our own luck? Happy Friday the 13th, aka Valentine’s Day Eve. I don't love what this employer did, so I'm going with Friday the 13th. A legal assistant in Santa Fe, New Mexico, who was...more

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FLSA Releases: When Employers Might Get the Benefit of Their Bargain

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It has long been established that, to be enforceable, a release of a FLSA claim must be approved by either the Department of Labor or a court. While courts in the Second and Eleventh Circuits have consistently adhered to this...more

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Understanding Legally Binding Separation Agreements in North Carolina

When a marriage ends, emotions can run high, and decisions can feel overwhelming. A separation agreement is a vital tool that provides clarity and legal protection for both spouses during this transitional period. In North...more

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New Employee-Friendly Laws: What Illinois Employers Need to Know Entering 2026

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The Illinois legislature was busy in 2025, changing laws for employers with operations in the state....more

Cozen O'Connor

How B.C. Family Court Trends Are Reshaping Mediation and Separation Planning in 2026

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The Provincial Court of British Columbia has released its 2024-25 Annual Report, providing new insight into how separating families are resolving disputes across the province. The Provincial Court’s data reflect a clear and...more

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Illinois Amends the Workplace Transparency Act Effective January 1, 2026 - Tips for Employers

Illinois has enacted significant amendments to the Workplace Transparency Act (WTA), effective January 1, 2026, that will materially affect employment, separation, and settlement agreements with Illinois employees,...more

Eversheds Sutherland (US) LLP

Film Room: Coach Contract Considerations

In this week’s Film Room, we flag key coach contract considerations to keep in mind as the coaching carousel picks up speed. What percentage of head coach agreements reach the end of the contracted term?...more

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Illinois Further Restricts Non-Disclosure Provisions In Employment Contracts, Separation and Settlement Agreements

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On August 15, 2025, Governor JB Pritzker signed into law House Bill 3638, which amends the Illinois Workplace Transparency Act (IWTA). Effective January 1, 2026, these amendments will strengthen employee protections in...more

Davidoff Hutcher & Citron LLP

How to Handle a Business Divorce Between Restaurant Partners

Just like personal relationships, business partnerships can sometimes come to an end. For restaurant owners, parting ways with a business partner—often referred to as a business divorce—can be an emotional and financially...more

Epstein Becker & Green

Amendments to the Illinois Workplace Transparency Act Require Changes to Form Employment Agreements and Separation Agreements

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Recent amendments to the Illinois Workplace Transparency Act (WTA) (HB 3638) require changes to Illinois employment agreements and separation agreements, beginning as of January 1, 2026....more

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Employment Law Update: Economic Headwinds: Navigating Layoffs with Care and Compliance

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When budgets tighten — whether due to a federal government shutdown, grant cuts, manufacturing slowdowns, or a dip in tourism — some employers face the difficult decision to reduce staff. If layoffs are on the table, approach...more

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Common Mistakes to Avoid in a Separation Agreement

A separation agreement is a private contract between spouses who have separated or are about to separate. It typically addresses property division, spousal support (alimony), child custody, and child support. If the spouses...more

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From Sparkle to Statute: Who Keeps Your Engagement or Wedding Ring in Canada?

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Engagement season seems to be in full swing, from Taylor Swift to Selena Gomez to Cristiano Ronaldo, the internet is buzzing with rings and romance. Beyond the sparkle lies a question many couples overlook: what happens to...more

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Benefits Basics – When an Employee is Dismissed: A Resource Guide for HR & Benefits Professionals

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When an employee’s employment ends – whether due to a routine layoff, a negotiated separation, or an unexpected termination for-cause – human resources and legal teams must coordinate quickly and carefully. The departure of...more

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Tricky Compliance Issues for Companies When an Executive Terminates Employment: Public Company Compensation Considerations

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When an executive or other senior-level employee terminates employment, employers must address the tax, equity, and benefits issues that may arise in connection with the employee’s termination. If the employer is a publicly...more

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Navigating Divorce as a Stay-at-Home Parent: Alimony, Affordability and Legal Options

Divorce is a scary and daunting proposition for anyone, but for stay-at-home parents, this process can be even scarier due to financial uncertainty....more

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Who should draft the settlement paperwork?

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Settling a divorce or family law matter is rarely easy. Many think that resolutions can come with speed or ease. Sometimes that can happen. But it is not always the case. However, once a divorce or family law matter...more

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2025 Amendments to Illinois Laws, Part 2

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In recent weeks, we have reported on changes to multiple laws in Illinois, including the elimination of fact-finding conferences under the Illinois Human Rights Act, changes to the Nursing Mothers in the Workplace Act, Equal...more

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