Meet Courtney McFate, a skilled employment litigator with a knack for balancing a wide range of compliance and business objectives.
In this one-on-one interview, Courtney joins fellow Epstein Becker Green attorney George...more
This week, we examine a recent pivotal ruling by the U.S. Court of Appeals that could significantly influence how employers handle Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) collective actions.
Nationwide FLSA Lawsuits Just Got...more
Earlier this year, Washington enacted new amendments (the “2025 Amendments”) to its pay equity law, which will soon bring some relief to employers....more
The Washington State Legislature has been busy as usual this session.
Two bills with significant implications for employers operating in Washington have recently been signed into law by Governor Bob Ferguson: a state...more
In a surprisingly employer-friendly decision, the California Court of Appeal recently held that voluntary, prospective written meal waivers for shorter shifts, i.e., those that are more than five but no more than six hours in...more
This week, we examine how the loss of a quorum at the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) and the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), along with the rollback of affirmative action requirements for federal...more
Grab a cup of coffee, settle in, and learn about new obligations and restrictions for Oregon and Washington employers....more