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Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP

AI in Employment: What Should We Keep in Mind When Implementing AI in the Workplace

This update is part of our AI FAQ Series. Learn more at our AI Law Center. What are the workforce implications of AI? The implications include potential job displacement, the need for retraining and upskilling of employees,...more

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Colorado AG Sues PetSmart Over TRAP Contracts

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Colorado Attorney General (AG) Phil Weiser has sued PetSmart LLC, alleging that its use of Training Repayment Agreement Provisions (TRAPs) violates state consumer protection and labor laws. The lawsuit reflects a broader...more

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$27M Verdict Warns Employers: Vet and Train Employees or Pay the Price

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A recent $27 million jury verdict should put every employer, especially those in the hospitality, retail, and entertainment industries, on high alert: failing to properly screen and train employees can result in significant...more

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New DEI Guidance Ties Federal Funding to Compliance and Provides Roadmap for Employers: Your 6 Biggest Takeaways

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Federal officials just issued another warning that employers may be at risk of losing federal funding – including grant funding – if their DEI or similar programs violate anti-discrimination laws. Recent guidance from the...more

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From Forest to Fortune: Navigating Workplace Ethics With Robin Hood — Hiring to Firing Podcast

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In this episode of Hiring to Firing, hosts Tracey Diamond and Emily Schifter explore the intersection of ethics and workplace culture through the lens of the Disney classic, Robin Hood. Joined by Jordan Hayes of Cathedral...more

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Real Versus Robot: How to Make Sure You’ve Hired a Human

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My colleagues recently wrote about the problems AI deepfakes pose in the workplace and some current legislation addressing the risks that AI poses through exploitative images on social media and in the workplace. It is...more

Proskauer - Law and the Workplace

Survey of Managers Highlights The Widespread Use and Potential Risks of Unsanctioned AI Use

If a recent survey is to be believed, managers’ use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools in making personnel decisions may be more extensive than their employers realize. A survey of 1,342 full-time manager-level employees...more

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"America's AI Action Plan" Promises Big Changes Across Industries: Top 10 Employer Takeaways

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The White House just released an AI action plan identifying more than 90 federal policy goals that aim to create a roadmap for achieving “global AI dominance” in innovation, infrastructure, and international diplomacy and...more

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End of NY Legislative Session Leaves Employers Watching Key Workplace Bills

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New York’s two-year 2025-2026 legislative session hit its midpoint in June, with lawmakers wrapping up the first year by passing a slew of workplace-related bills that now await action from Governor Hochul. As federal labor...more

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

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It’s hard to keep up with all the recent changes to labor and employment law, especially since the law always seems to evolve at a rapid pace. To ensure you stay on top of the latest changes and have an action plan for...more

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Performance Reviews: Lessons from Severance — Hiring to Firing Podcast

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In this episode of Hiring to Firing, hosts Tracey Diamond and Emily Schifter dive into the challenges of managing employee performance, taking lessons from Mr. Milchick’s infamous performance review in the latest season of...more

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Coffee Badging: Mastering the Art of Office Presence — Hiring to Firing Podcast

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In this episode of Hiring to Firing, hosts Tracey Diamond and Emily Schifter explore the concept of “coffee badging”—a post-pandemic workplace phenomenon where employees badge in, grab a cup of coffee, and then work remotely...more

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New York Employers Need to Prepare for Three Major Workplace Laws Taking Effect in June

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New York employers will see three significant workplace laws come into effect in June, and retail, warehouse, and fashion industry employers throughout the state need to take notice. You’ll face new requirements for workplace...more

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Managing the Compliance-HR Relationship

There’s a lot of discussion about the relationship between compliance and the general counsel. Less words, though, have been dedicated to the important relationship between compliance and HR. Netherlands-based Asaf Shalev,...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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Why Human Expertise Matters in Placing Flexible Legal Talent

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As corporate legal departments face the challenge of meeting fluctuating demands without overextending resources, there’s never been a greater need for flexible legal talent. Legal departments manage gaps caused by attrition,...more

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The 5 Best Practices for New Hire Onboarding

It’s reported that 69% of employees are more likely to stay with a company for three years if they received a great onboarding experience. First impressions matter, especially when it comes to new hire onboarding. A...more

Constangy, Brooks, Smith & Prophete, LLP

7 strikes, and this employer is OUT!

Employer going to trial in age discrimination case. We had a blizzard last Friday (in North Carolina, 2 inches is a blizzard), and we still have ice and snow on the ground a week later. Anyway, I've had enough of winter now...more

Fox Rothschild LLP

Doing Business in California Guide Updated for 2025

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The allure of doing business in California is undeniable. It is the world’s fifth (and moving towards fourth) largest economy and a market of over 39 million people. For employers, however, California presents unique...more

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Comprehensive Checklist to Help Businesses Prepare for Soccer’s 2026 World Cup

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Visitors from around the world will descend on the U.S., Mexico, and Canada next year as the three countries jointly host FIFA's 2026 World Cup -- and your business might want to start preparing already. It’s being billed as...more

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Noble Energy Settles EEOC Age Discrimination Charge

DENVER – Houston-based Noble Energy, Inc. will implement a series of anti-discrimination measures to conciliate age discrimination allegations by the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), the federal agency...more

Conn Kavanaugh

When Employers Should Seek Employment Counsel: 7 Key Scenarios

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Navigating employment laws can be challenging for businesses in Massachusetts. From hiring to termination, understanding this complex legal landscape is crucial to avoid costly mistakes. This article highlights seven key...more

CDF Labor Law LLP

[Webinar] Just When You Thought It Was Safe to Go Back to the Office – The Top 10 Current Legal Headaches for California Employers...

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California employers face a constantly evolving legal landscape, with compliance challenges that can lead to significant financial and operational risks. Join CDF Partners Todd Wulffson and Alessandra Whipple during this...more

Mintz - Employment Viewpoints

EEOC Initiates Initial String of Lawsuits Under the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act

The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has initiated enforcement of the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA) following the release of its final rule and interpretative guidance in April 2024. We previously...more

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Taking the Pulse, A Health Care and Life Sciences Video Podcast | Episode 34: Generations in the Workplace with Caroline Warner of...

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For part two of this series on generational differences in the workforce, Tina and Jennie welcome back Caroline Warner, the Director of Community Development at The South Carolina Power Team. This episode we’re diving into...more

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