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Vorys, Sater, Seymour and Pease LLP

Steady, Ames, Fire! Supreme Court Hits its Mark in Historic ‘Reverse Discrimination’ Ruling

The closely watched battle over “reverse discrimination” claims under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 concluded Wednesday with the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision in Ames v. Ohio Department of Youth Services. The...more

Fox Rothschild LLP

U.S. Supreme Court Rejects Heightened Standard of Proof in So-Called 'Reverse Discrimination' Cases

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The U.S. Supreme Court set the record straight on June 5, 2025 — reminding employers that all employees are created equal when it comes to Title VII litigation in federal court. The decision in Ames v. Ohio Department of...more

Lathrop GPM

U.S. Supreme Court Says “Reverse Discrimination” Is Equally Unlawful - Clarifies Standard for Majority-Group Plaintiffs in Title...

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The U.S. Supreme Court today swung wide open the door for all persons who experience employment discrimination based on their race, color, religion, sex or national origin to bring suit under Title VII of the 1964 Civil...more

Davidoff Hutcher & Citron LLP

Meal and Rest Break Requirements for New York Restaurants: What Owners Need to Know

In the hustle of running a restaurant, it’s easy for meal breaks to slip through the cracks. However, New York law has specific requirements for giving your employees time to eat and rest. Ensuring your staff takes legally...more

Akerman LLP - HR Defense

The Do’s and Don’ts of Internships

It’s that time of year again. Tens of thousands of high school, college, and graduate students will descend on employers this summer, looking to gain practical work experience in the various fields in which they have...more

DLA Piper

New Requirements for Washington State Employers

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In recent weeks, Washington State Governor Bob Ferguson signed numerous employment-related bills, amending employer obligations and employee rights related to pay transparency, paid leave, use of criminal records, personnel...more

Littler

Oregon Expands Reasons Employees Can Use Paid Sick Leave to Include Blood Donation

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On May 28, 2025, Oregon’s governor signed SB 1108, which, effective January 1, 2026, expands the reasons employees can use legally required paid sick leave to include blood donation connected with a voluntary program approved...more

Keating Muething & Klekamp PLL

Revisiting ADA Compliance: Lessons from a Recent Court Decision

Understanding the scope and requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) has been an ongoing challenge for employers. A recent court decision has added to this complexity by clarifying the interpretation of what...more

Ius Laboris

Implementing AI Guidelines in Hong Kong

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Hong Kong’s Privacy Commissioner for Personal Data (PCPD) recently published Guidelines for the Use of Generative AI by Employees. We look at the key points contained in the Guidelines below....more

Baker Donelson

[Webinar] Human Resources' Evolving Role with Technology Changes Including AI, Privacy, and Cybersecurity – A Survival Guide -...

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In today's digital landscape, many human resources departments are expected to understand many evolving areas including AI, privacy, and cybersecurity. This hour-long overview examines the numerous considerations for HR...more

Jackson Lewis P.C.

NJ Bill Broadly Banning Non-Competes + No-Poach Agreements Would Impact Employers Immediately

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The New Jersey Legislature is considering a bill (S4385/A5708) banning non-compete clauses, with limited exceptions, and prohibiting no-poach agreements between employers and workers. Appearing to take a page from the now...more

Seyfarth Shaw LLP

New Rules for Waiving Meal Breaks in Washington Health Care Facilities

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Some Washington healthcare employers will be subject to new requirements for meal and rest breaks starting next year. Moving forward, under amended RCW 49.12.480, there are new hoops these employers must jump through in order...more

King & Spalding

When Do International Employees Have UK Employment Rights?

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INTERNATIONAL EMPLOYEES – WHEN DO THEY HAVE UK EMPLOYMENT RIGHTS? The question of jurisdiction and application of UK employment rights is a growing problem for employers, as employees increasingly work in multiple...more

Stikeman Elliott LLP

Québec Language Requirements in the Workplace

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Since 1977, the Charter of the French Language, CQLR, c. C-11 (CFL) provides that French is the official language in the province of Québec and protects the linguistic rights of Québec citizens. Originally Published from...more

Barnea Jaffa Lande & Co.

Employing teenagers in Israel during summer vacation

In Israel, many employers customarily employ teenagers during the summer vacation. Since the school year is coming to a close, we are recapping highlights of the Youth Employment Law to remind employers about what is...more

Seyfarth Shaw LLP

New York Releases FAQs, Model Training, and Model Policy for Retail Workplace Violence Prevention Law

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A workplace violence prevention law passed by the New York State legislature in June 2024, signed into law by the Governor in September 2024, and amended in February 2025 is set to take effect in part on June 2, 2025. On May...more

Troutman Pepper Locke

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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Canada: Ontario Government Introduces Significant Changes to Key Workplace Legislation

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On May 28, 2025, the Ontario Government introduced the Working for Workers Seven Act, 2025 (Bill 30). If passed, Bill 30 will amend the Employment Standards Act, 2000 (ESA), Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA), and...more

Conn Maciel Carey LLP

New York DOL Releases Guidance on the Retail Worker Safety Act

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On May 29, 2025, the New York State Department of Labor (NYDOL) published Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs), a template retail workplace violence prevention policy, and model training materials regarding the Retail Worker...more

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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

Ius Laboris

Out of Sight, Out of Mind? Managing Misconduct in ‘Satellite Offices’

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For multinational corporations looking to establish a presence in Asia, the creation of regional offices in locations such as Hong Kong or mainland China can be a strategic move. Setting up these so-called ‘satellite offices’...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

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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

Amundsen Davis LLC

Actual vs. Apparent Authority: Limiting Business Liability From Unauthorized Employee Actions

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As a business grows and adds new members to the team, it can be difficult to identify what role each person plays and their level of authority. While some have the ability to make important decisions on behalf of the...more

Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP

Dates liées à la législation visant à œuvrer pour les travailleurs et nouvelles exigences pour les employeurs en Ontario

Le présent bulletin résume les principaux éléments des récents projets de loi relatifs à l’emploi qu’a adoptés l’Assemblée législative de l’Ontario et qui auront une incidence sur les employeurs en Ontario....more

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