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2025 Legislative Developments Affecting Washington Employers

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Washington employers face a wave of new workplace legislation, some of which recently became effective and some that will begin in 2026 and beyond. These new or modified laws address a broad range of topics, many of which...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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Pittsburgh Enacts Employee-Friendly Amendments to Paid Sick Leave Law

On June 12, 2025, Pittsburgh Mayor Ed Gainey signed an amendment to Pittsburgh’s Paid Sick Days Act into law. The amendment accelerates employees’ accrual of sick leave and increases usage and carry-over caps. The amendment...more

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Don’t Get Caught Off Guard: Top 10 Employment Law Changes in Washington State

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Employers operating in Washington State must take steps quickly to comply with a slew of new labor and employment laws passed by the Washington State Legislature during the recent session. These new laws significantly expand...more

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Summer is Nearly Upon Us: Is Your Holiday Plan Ready?

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Summer is nearly here and so it is important for employers in Norway to start planning for their team’s holiday, if they haven’t already. It can be costly for employers if employees do not take their statutory holiday...more

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If Pain, Yes Gain – Part 131: Missouri Legislature Passes Bill Repealing State Paid Sick Time Law

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Following a successful ballot initiative in November 2024 known as Proposition A, the Missouri Earned Paid Sick Time Law went into effect as scheduled on May 1, 2025. However, the law has come under fire on multiple fronts in...more

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Dear Littler: We Need a Vacation from Our Vacation Policy

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Dear Littler, Recently I became the Chief Financial Officer at a growing company. We are in solid financial shape, but I have concerns about financial liability the company is carrying on its books in the form of unused...more

Farella Braun + Martel LLP

[Webinar] Pouring Over the Law: 2025 Employment Law Updates - April 29th, 10:00 am - 11:00 am PT

Staying up to date with the latest employment laws, amendments, and new statutes is crucial to ensure compliance and avoid costly legal pitfalls. Join us for a discussion on key changes to the employment landscape that demand...more

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Employer Beware: Do Your Due Diligence Before Embracing “Work from Anywhere”

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It has been five years since the COVID-19 pandemic sent a large percentage of the American workforce into their homes to work remotely. Since that time, many employers have continued to embrace remote working even in...more

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10 Things California Non-Profit Employers Need to Know

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1. Non-Profits Are Not Exempt from Employment Laws.Just because your organization is mission-driven doesn’t mean you’re exempt from California’s strict labor laws. Wage and hour rules, discrimination laws, and workplace...more

Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP

Droit de l’emploi au Canada : Changements récents et à venir

Au cours de la dernière année, des changements importants ont été apportés à la législation en matière d’emploi un peu partout au Canada. Des mises à jour législatives majeures ont notamment été effectuées en Ontario, en...more

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New Laws for New York Employers in a New Year: What to Know as 2025 Unfolds

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Employers in New York State and New York City face unique challenges given all the new workplace laws that are passed each year – and 2024 was no different. Indeed, multiple bills were enacted in the past year that will raise...more

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When Catastrophe Strikes Volunteers Answer - Tips To Consider

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As the wildfires continue in Southern California, local communities quickly mobilized and responded with massive volunteer efforts to help those affected by the wildfires. American Red Cross, Habitat for Humanity, World...more

Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP

New Year, New Leave Laws – Understanding State Leave Law Updates Effective January 1, 2025

When did you last look at your employee leave policies? As the calendar turns to a new year, new changes often arrive, and 2025 is no exception. Employers should take note of the recent updates to state leave laws that went...more

Kelley Drye & Warren LLP

Legal Updates for New York and California Employers in 2025

With 2025 having arrived and a new President known for shattering norms about to assume office, employers are eyeing the inevitable enforcement changes that the new administration will bring. But employers must remember to...more

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Who Gets Paid on a Snow Day?

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It’s that time of year! You can’t turn on the news and not see a winter weather advisory for somewhere in the country. Here is a question we get every year: Do we have to pay employees if it snows, and the office is closed?...more

Goldberg Segalla

Updated Leave Laws Employers Need to be Aware of for 2025

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New for employers in 2025: both New York State and federal laws mandate various paid and unpaid leaves and breaks for employees in 2025. Join Goldberg Segalla attorneys Scott Green and Chloe Nowak for a review of the changes...more

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Key Changes for Oregon, Washington, and California Employers in 2025

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As 2024 wraps up and we look forward to 2025, below is a summary of upcoming changes in employment law that may impact employers in Oregon, Washington, and California. Many of the following updates go into effect on January...more

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New Law Mandates That Employees Can No Longer Be Required to Use Vacation Before Receiving Paid Family Leave Benefits

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A new California law will prohibit employers from requiring that an employee take earned vacation before receiving paid family leave (PFL) benefits.  ...more

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Keeping Up With California: New Laws Impacting Employers in 2025

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During California’s 2024 legislative session, California Gov. Gavin Newsom signed several new employment laws impacting California employers. Unless otherwise specified, the laws summarized below take effect on January 1,...more

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[Webinar] Employment Law Update: Staying Compliant in 2025 - December 17th, 11:00 am - 12:00 pm PT

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On December 17th, Allison Callaghan, Pavneet Singh Mac, Julia Botezatu and Varand Nikolaian will discuss significant new laws and recent case developments affecting employers in California. During this complimentary 60-minute...more

Bond Schoeneck & King PLLC

Manufacturing in the Upstate Tech Corridor Employment Laws that are Unique to New York Part 2

This is the second in a series of articles for manufacturers expanding operations into New York State for the first time, particularly those manufacturers and suppliers taking advantage of the tech boom across the Upstate...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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Michigan Employers: Get Ready for Expanded Paid Sick Leave

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Starting on February 21, 2025, every Michigan employer, regardless of size, must provide their employees with up to 72 hours of sick leave annually....more

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Key Employer Updates for 2024/2025 – Part Two in This Series: Employee Handbooks

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As Q4 approaches, many employers are completing 2024 goals and setting 2025 goals, including updating their key employment policies and agreements to ensure they align with ever-evolving federal, state, and local laws and...more

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