International Employment — Episode 2: Global Employers’ Guide to U.S. RIF Compliance
From Prime Time to WARN Time: Reality TV Rules for Real-World Employee Separations — Hiring to Firing Podcast
International Series Episode 1: Mastering Workforce Reductions and Restructuring for Global Companies
Work This Way: A Labor & Employment Law Podcast - Episode 39: Best Practices for Conducting RIFs and Layoffs with Jennifer Wheeler of Maynard Nexsen
Employer Strategies for Navigating RIFs: One-on-One with Ann Knuckles Mahoney
DE Talk: QuaranDEAM Edition, Episode 1: Preparing for a Reduction in Force
The California Legislature recently introduced a bill (Senate Bill (SB) 951) that would establish the California Worker Technological Displacement Act—a first-of-its-kind law that would require employers to provide advance...more
A high-stakes procedural battle is unfolding in the en banc U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit that could determine the near-term fate of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (“CFPB”)....more
On March 31, the CFPB moved the U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit to modify its stay pending appeal to allow the Bureau to immediately implement a new reduction-in-force (RIF) plan that would more than halve its...more
As we previously reported, Washington state enacted the “Securing Timely Notification and Benefits for Laid-Off Employees Act,” a mini-WARN law that became effective on July 27, 2025 (“WA WARN Act”). The WA WARN Act has some...more
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
This week, the Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals (which includes Tennessee) rejected an attempt by a terminated employee to evade the terms of a waiver and settlement agreement she signed in conjunction with her departure. In...more
As economic pressures continue into 2026, multinational employers are once again planning large-scale workforce reductions. Many approach these reductions as they would in the United States—as coordinated, single-day events...more
On February 24, 2026, the full United States Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia (consisting of 11 judges sitting en banc) heard oral argument in National Treasury Employees Union v. Vought (No. 25-5091), a case...more
In this episode of Hiring to Firing, hosts Tracey Diamond and Emily Schifter trade the drama of reality TV for the real-life stakes of employee separations, using shows like The Bachelor, The Great British Bake Off, Top Chef,...more
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
Amid a year of significant organizational transformation, including a major reduction in force and sweeping shifts in leadership and regulatory philosophy, Food and Drug Administration (FDA) activity in 2025 reshaped long...more
Restructuring across borders is a high-stakes challenge for multinational companies of any size. On this inaugural episode of the series, Maya Atrakchi joins L&E global colleague Florence Bacquet to break down the biggest...more
Navigating redundancies under German labour law can be complex and requires careful planning to avoid legal pitfalls. Our updated Client Note provides a concise overview of the key considerations when dealing with significant...more
Conducting a reduction in force (RIF) is one of the most challenging and sensitive actions a company can take. They are inherently emotional, exhausting and distressing. ...more
Welcome to the Eyes on Washington: Shutdown Briefing. During the federal government shutdown, we will be sharing concise, client-focused updates to help you stay informed on key developments, legislative dynamics and...more
The Senate did not vote on the continuing resolution (CR) yesterday. A twelfth CR vote is expected for Wednesday, as well as a vote on the Shutdown Fairness Act (S. 3012), intended to pay essential federal employees....more
As the government shutdown enters its fourth week, there is no clear end in sight. Democrats continue to insist that any bill to reopen and fund the government include an extension of the advanced premium tax credits (APTCs)...more
Both the House and the Senate were out of session Monday. The Senate was scheduled to return Tuesday and hold a vote on the Republican-backed CR in the evening. The House is not expected to come back this week....more
The federal government has now shutdown as of midnight on Wednesday, October 1, 2025 with no money flowing to fund non-essential services. Private-sector employers with federal contracts may need to consider cost-saving...more
Contending that the decision of a divided three-judge panel of the U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia would lead to a shutdown of the CFPB by the Trump Administration, plaintiffs in a lawsuit...more
Introduction - At a time of global economic and geo-political uncertainty, employers need to understand their options for achieving financial savings while preserving business continuity and retaining their ability to...more
Among other things, the FOIA provides that a public agency may enter into executive session for the purpose of discussion “concerning the appointment, employment, performance, evaluation, health or dismissal of a public...more
According to the Maryland Department of Labor (MDOL), employers must now comply with the Maryland Economic Stabilization Act, which requires employers to provide notice of mass layoffs or reductions in force (RIFs) in certain...more
Through our Venable FDA Pulse series, we report on critical developments within the Food and Drug Administration (FDA or Agency) that may affect the Agency's structure and stakeholder interactions....more
Employers sometimes find it necessary to make the difficult decision to undergo a reduction-in-force (RIF), resulting in employee layoffs and/or terminations. Before moving forward with an RIF, employers should develop an...more