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Minnesota Changes: 2025 Guide to Workforce Certificates & Annual Compliance Reports

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Blog Overview: The Minnesota Department of Human Rights has updated its requirements for state contractors looking to obtain a State of Minnesota Workforce Certificate, as well as requirements for the Annual Compliance...more

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Senate HELP Committee Hearing: Key Takeaways for Employers from the July 16, 2025 Nomination Review

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On July 16, 2025, the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee convened to review the nominations of three individuals whose roles could significantly shape the future of federal labor and employment...more

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UK FCA finalises rules on NFM and launches consultation on new Handbook guidance

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The UK Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has published a consultation paper CP25/18 (CP) on tackling non-financial misconduct (NFM) in financial services, building on its 2023 consultation on diversity and inclusion in the...more

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Trending in Transactions - Q2 2025

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President Donald Trump’s Executive Order 14173, “Ending Illegal Discrimination and Restoring Merit-Based Opportunity,” and subsequent guidance from the Department of Justice (DOJ) and Equal Employment Opportunity Commission...more

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Ames v. Ohio Department of Youth Services: What the Supreme Court’s Unanimous Ruling Means for Employers and DEI Policies

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Reshaping the litigation landscape for workplace discrimination claims, last month, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled in Ames v. Ohio Dept. of Youth Servs., 145 S. Ct. 1540 (June 5, 2025), that plaintiffs bringing so-called...more

Constangy, Brooks, Smith & Prophete, LLP

Blowing the Whistle: What Employers Should Know About DEI & the False Claims Act

The U.S. Department of Justice announced its new Civil Rights Fraud Initiative with the goal to identify entities defrauding the government by knowingly violating civil rights laws. The DOJ is specifically targeting employers...more

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In the Hot Seat: Andrea Lucas Defends Record at Senate Hearing

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The Acting Chair of the EEOC has been renominated to serve another term as commissioner, and testified at her confirmation hearing on June 18, 2025. Confirmation is required for her to continue as Acting Chair. Ms. Lucas’...more

Constangy, Brooks, Smith & Prophete, LLP

Constangy Clips Ep. 11 - Summer Interns and Short-Term Workers: 3 Tips for Managing Seasonal Hires

Summer hiring is in full swing! In this episode of Constangy Clips, Constangy attorney Obasi Bryant shares essential legal tips for managing seasonal workers, including high school and college interns. From child labor laws...more

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Workplace Socializing May Change as Gen Z Employees Drink Less

Research shows that Gen Z employees, ages twenty-one to twenty-eight, are less likely to drink alcohol than previous generations, which may impact how they feel about work-related events that include drinking....more

Furia Rubel Communications, Inc.

Law Firm ERGs Under Scrutiny: Navigating Compliance, Risk, and Culture - On Record PR

Sarah Larson and Elizabeth Ogilvie join Jennifer Simpson Carr to discuss how law firms can navigate the evolving legal and political landscape surrounding Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) and diversity, equity, and inclusion...more

Furia Rubel Communications, Inc.

Amend (Don’t End) DEI: What SHRM’s BEAM Framework Means for Law Firms - On Record PR

Elizabeth Catterall Ogilvie joins Jennifer Simpson Carr to unpack SHRM’s newly introduced BEAM Framework—Belonging Enhanced by Access through Merit—and what it means for law firms navigating today’s diversity, equity, and...more

Fisher Phillips

Workplace Law Update: 10 Essential Items on Your June To-Do List

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Here are the top items you should tackle in June, based on the latest workplace law developments and upcoming critical compliance dates...more

Cozen O'Connor

Democratic AGs Author Amicus Supporting Anti-DEI EO Challenge

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A group of 18 Democratic AGs filed an amicus brief with the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit supporting a trade organization’s lawsuit challenging anti-diversity, equity & inclusion (DEI) Executive Orders (EOs)....more

Mitratech Holdings, Inc

Ditch the Burnout: How to Lead, Manage Stress, and Boost Productivity Like a Pro

How to Boost Productivity in a high-pressure work environment starts with addressing a root cause: stress. More than just an occupational hazard, stress has become a constant companion for today’s professionals. Between...more

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[Podcast] Mintz on Air: Practical Policies - DEI Diplomacy

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In the latest episode of the Mintz on Air: Practical Policies podcast, Member Jen Rubin explores the concept of ‘DEI Diplomacy’ with Associate Corbin Carter and how the conversation around diversity, equity, and inclusion is...more

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Mintz on Air: Practical Policies - DEI Diplomacy

In the latest episode of the Mintz on Air: Practical Policies podcast, Member Jen Rubin explores the concept of ‘DEI Diplomacy’ with Associate Corbin Carter and how the conversation around diversity, equity, and inclusion is...more

Mitratech Holdings, Inc

Fair Chance Hiring: Balancing Business Needs with Opportunities for Individuals

Finding qualified talent is a challenge for many businesses today. But what if there's a pool of skilled workers that many companies overlook? Fair chance hiring opens doors for people with criminal records while helping...more

Foley & Lardner LLP

The Human Factor in M&A Transactions

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When considering the most critical components of mergers and acquisitions (M&A), parties typically focus on deal structure, legal due diligence, and financial modeling. While important to getting a deal done, this focus often...more

Epstein Becker & Green

100 Days In: What Employers Need to Know - Employment Law This Week® - #WorkforceWednesday®

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This week, we’re bringing you a special episode on the first 100 days of the Trump administration, in which we highlight sweeping policy shifts, battles at the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB); revisions to diversity,...more

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Executive Order: Restoring Equality of Opportunity and Meritocracy (April 23, 2025, President Donald J. Trump)

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On April 23, 2025, President Trump signed an Executive Order (EO) titled Restoring Equality of Opportunity and Meritocracy, which follows a string of prior EOs aimed at removing DEI programs, which we covered here and here....more

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All-Female Spaceflight Highlights Ongoing Shifts in DEI Policies

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Last week, the most recent Blue Origin flight went to space. Unlike past voyages, all passengers were female, including a couple of celebrities. Like with anything these days, some hailed it as progress while others...more

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Mintz on Air: Practical Policies - Veteran Transitions to the Private Sector

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In the latest episode of the Mintz on Air: Practical Policies podcast, Member Jen Rubin hosts a conversation on successful veteran transitions to the private sector. This episode is part of a series of conversations designed...more

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[Podcast] Mintz on Air: Practical Policies - Veteran Transitions to the Private Sector

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In the latest episode of the Mintz on Air: Practical Policies podcast, Member Jen Rubin hosts a conversation on successful veteran transitions to the private sector. This episode is part of a series of conversations designed...more

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Former EEOC Officials Issue Response to Acting Director’s Technical Assistance on DEI Programs

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On March 19, 2025, EEOC Acting Chair, Andrea Lucas, issued a technical assistance document entitled “What You Should Know About DEI-Related Discrimination at Work” ( “ DEI Technical Assistance Document 1”). On the same date,...more

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[Webinar] The Future of DEI for California Employers in a Shifting Legal Landscape - April 30th, 10:00 am - 11:00 am PT

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Join a panel of CDF attorneys for an insightful webinar addressing the current state of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives for California employers in light of recent federal developments. The Trump...more

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