Still grappling with the fallout from the Supreme Court’s decision in Students for Fair Admissions, which ended affirmative action in higher education, employers now face liability for their diversity, equity and inclusion...more
On April 23, 2024, the Department of Labor (DOL) released its highly anticipated final rule regarding overtime pay eligibility. The new rule, which goes into effect on July 1, 2024, significantly raises the salary thresholds...more
5/1/2024
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The Federal Trade Commission has approved a rule that effectively bans employers’ use of all non-compete agreements, with very few exceptions. It will take effect 120 days after publication in the Federal Register.
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Building a better workplace requires endurance and determination. But when you manage people, it’s easy to get off track. Everyone needs a trainer who can help them keep their eyes on the prize: a workplace that is good for...more
9/1/2023
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Building a better workplace requires endurance and determination. But when you manage people, it’s easy to get off track. Everyone needs a trainer who can help them keep their eyes on the prize: a workplace that is good for...more
9/1/2023
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Building a better workplace requires endurance and determination. But when you manage people, it’s easy to get off track. Everyone needs a trainer who can help them keep their eyes on the prize: a workplace that is good for...more
9/1/2023
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Building a better workplace requires endurance and determination. But when you manage people, it’s easy to get off track. Everyone needs a trainer who can help them keep their eyes on the prize: a workplace that is good for...more
9/1/2023
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Building a better workplace requires endurance and determination. But when you manage people, it’s easy to get off track. Everyone needs a trainer who can help them keep their eyes on the prize: a workplace that is good for...more
9/1/2023
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In a decision that affects union and non-union employers, the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) recently found that certain provisions often used in severance and release agreements violate the rights of employees under...more
On February 22, 2023, the Supreme Court of the United States issued an important decision under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). In Helix Energy Solutions Group Inc. et al. v. Michael J. Hewitt, the Court determined that...more
3/23/2023
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Strong collaboration between HR and legal is crucial in the ever-changing landscape of labor and employment laws. Working together can help you avoid potential legal risks and find quick resolutions to employee-related...more
9/27/2022
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Strong collaboration between HR and legal is crucial in the ever-changing landscape of labor and employment laws. Working together can help you avoid potential legal risks and find quick resolutions to employee-related...more
9/26/2022
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Strong collaboration between HR and legal is crucial in the ever-changing landscape of labor and employment laws. Working together can help you avoid potential legal risks and find quick resolutions to employee-related...more
9/23/2022
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Strong collaboration between HR and legal is crucial in the ever-changing landscape of labor and employment laws. Working together can help you avoid potential legal risks and find quick resolutions to employee-related...more
9/22/2022
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Strong collaboration between HR and legal is crucial in the ever-changing landscape of labor and employment laws. Working together can help you avoid potential legal risks and find quick resolutions to employee-related...more
9/21/2022
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Federal contractors should be aware of a recent development that could result in the public disclosure of their EEO-1 information. The EEO-1 Component 1 report is a mandatory annual data collection requiring all federal...more
9/14/2022
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Employees ,
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FOIA ,
OFCCP ,
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Wage and Hour