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Workplace Violence Prevention Awareness Kit for Employers

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April is Workplace Violence Prevention Awareness Month, and employers should use this as an opportunity to learn more about this critical safety issue and how to address it. We’ll cover the latest workplace violence data and...more

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New York Set to Amend Law Addressing Retail Employee Workplace Violence Prevention

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A workplace violence prevention law passed by the New York State legislature in June 2024 and signed into law by the Governor in September 2024 with certain provisions set to take effect in March 2025 has been amended....more

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Workplace Law Forecast 2025 - Your workplace law recap for 2024 and predictions for 2025 to help you prepare for the coming year.

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As we close out 2024 and look ahead to 2025, one thing is clear: this has been a year like no other. From a groundbreaking Supreme Court ruling to a pivotal election result that will usher in a new administration, employers...more

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Top 10 Workplace Law Developments To Expect Under President Trump

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Now that we know Donald Trump will return to the White House as President, it’s time for employers to take a look at what they might expect during his second term in office. We have gathered insights from some of our firm’s...more

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Federal Appeals Court Deals Mortal Blow to Tipped Employee Regulations

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Details Hospitality employers with tipped employees received welcome news late last month when a federal appeals court overturned the Department of Labor’s (DOL) so-called 80/20/30 Rule, the highlight of a new set of...more

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Workplace Law Update: 10 Essential Items on Your September 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. In order to ensure you stay on top of the latest changes and have an action plan...more

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High Steaks: Don’t Get Cooked by Ignoring Your Employee Handbook

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Whether you run a small café with five employees or a bustling restaurant with 100 team members, having a legally compliant and regularly updated employee handbook is essential. It’s more than just a guide—it's a powerful...more

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Workplace Law Forecast 2024 - Your workplace law recap for 2023 and predictions for 2024 to help you prepare for the coming year.

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When I reflect on the relationship that our firm has with our clients, I’m most proud of the fact that you can always count on us. That often means defending complex litigation, steering you through regulatory threats,...more

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Workplace Law Update: 22 Essential Items on Your August 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. In order to ensure you stay on top of the latest changes and have an action plan...more

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Top 10 List – Keep Your Eyes on These California Employment Bills on Governor Newsom’s Desk

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Eight months of legislative wrangling and dealmaking have come to an end as the California Legislature just wrapped up work for the year – and now employers across the Golden State turn their eyes to the governor’s office to...more

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The Top 15 Workplace Law Stories from October 2021

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It’s hard to keep up with all the recent changes to labor and employment law. While the law always seems to evolve at a rapid pace, there have been an unprecedented number of changes for the past few years—and this past month...more

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The Top 18 Workplace Law Stories from August 2021

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It’s hard to keep up with all the recent changes to labor and employment law. While the law always seems to evolve at a rapid pace, there have been an unprecedented number of changes for the past few years—and this past month...more

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“Safe Access O‘ahu”: What Honolulu Businesses Need to Know About Vaccine Passports for Workers and Patrons

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Honolulu City and County Mayor Rich Blangiardi has announced “Safe Access O‘ahu,” a strategy developed in concert with local business leaders to “aggressively counteract” a nascent surge of COVID-19 while avoiding further...more

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December 2020: The Top 18 Labor And Employment Law Stories

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It’s hard to keep up with all the recent changes to labor and employment law. While the law always seems to evolve at a rapid pace, there have been an unprecedented number of changes for the past few years—and this past month...more

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What Can A Hospitality Employer Learn From A Meat Packing Plant’s Alleged Butchering Of Their COVID-19 Response? A 4-Step Action...

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A meat packing plant is under the knife after a former employee filed a class action lawsuit filed against it in a California federal court alleging the company encouraged its employees infected with COVID-19 to work,...more

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Stopping The Spread Of COVID-19 Hate Crimes In Reopened Restaurants

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As restaurants continue to reopen out of economic necessity despite a global pandemic, employers and employees alike remain concerned about the possibility of COVID-19 outbreaks in the workplace. No longer are bad Yelp...more

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Washington Resorts Pay $570,000 to Settle EEOC Sexual Harassment Lawsuit

Federal Agency Again Obtains Relief for Female Employees Harassed by Owner - SEATTLE - Two resorts near the Columbia River in Carson, Wash., have agreed to pay $570,000 and provide other relief to settle a sexual harassment...more

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8-Point Plan For Restaurant And Hospitality Employers During The COVID-19 Coronavirus Outbreak

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Restaurants and Hospitality businesses are on the front lines of dealing with the COVID-19 coronavirus outbreak. What should you consider in the coming days, weeks, and months to deal with the COVID-19 coronavirus crisis?...more

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Bottle Service: Accommodating Lactating Employees In The Restaurant Industry

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You’ve got a packed restaurant dinner rush and now a lactating employee you are legally required to accommodate. The problem is there is no time in the schedule for someone to leave the floor and nowhere to put her. What do...more

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The Time Is Now for Employers in Illinois to Abide by New Laws

The New Year brings new laws for Illinois employers. Some laws go into effect this Summer, while others are effective as of this month. For employers who have not yet revised handbooks, policies and agreements, the time is...more

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New Year, New Worker Protections: Preparing for SB 5258

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Beginning January 1, 2020, Washington employers in industries including hospitality, retail, security, and contracted property services will need to comply with a new law amending the Washington Law Against Discrimination...more

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New Jersey Becomes First State To Require Panic Devices In Hotels

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New Jersey recently enacted legislation that requires hotels with at least 100 guest rooms to provide panic devices to certain employees. The purpose of the Panic Device Law is to protect hotel employees, often required to...more

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The Recent Rise Of Predictive Scheduling Laws: Emerging Strategies In An Evolving Area

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For decades, the problem of scheduling has plagued employers and employees alike. Employees prefer predictable and reliable schedules, while employers need flexibility. To address this tension, regulators have recently begun...more

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Coming Clean About Religious Discrimination: How A Hotel’s “Sins” Resulted In The “Holy Grail” Of Verdicts For A Dishwasher

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A Florida federal jury recently handed down a shocking $21.5 million verdict in favor of a dishwasher alleging religious discrimination when she was fired after refusing to work Sundays. This case begs the question... how did...more

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Would You Like Fries And A Political Opinion With That? Regulating Employee Buttons, Pins, And Insignia In The Workplace

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Burgers and buttons are making headlines again. Employees at Burgerville—a fast-food restaurant chain in the Pacific Northwest—recently took to wearing buttons to work and were sent home for the day. These buttons were not...more

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