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Minnesota Employers Must Comply With Expanded Meal and Rest Break Requirements Beginning in January 2026

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On June 14, 2025, Governor Walz signed into law amendments to Minnesota’s meal and rest break requirements, which go into effect on January 1, 2026. The amendments can be found at Minnesota Statutes §§ 177.253 and 177.254....more

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Employer Essentials for Japan’s Working Time Regulations

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In Japan, standard working hours are limited to eight hours per day and 40 hours per week. However, flexibility is built into the system through structured agreements and exemptions. We explore the essentials for employers...more

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Service Charges vs. Tips: Ensuring Legal Compliance in New York Restaurants

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Understanding the difference between service charges and tips is critical for New York restaurant owners to remain compliant with state and federal labor laws. Misclassifying these charges can lead to legal disputes,...more

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The Netherlands: Understanding the Difference Between Wage Suspension and Wage Freeze

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In practice, the terms “wage suspension” and “wage freeze” are often mistakenly used interchangeably in the Netherlands, with potentially dire consequences for the employer. The key differences between the two wage penalties...more

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Undeclared Work Among Subcontractors: Ensuring Compliance and Managing Social Contribution Reassessment

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In France, combating against undeclared work remains a priority due to the estimated loss in contributions which amount to between 7 and 9 billion euros per year. In 2024, the Urssaf (the French social security collection...more

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Monthly Highlights – UK Employment Law – March 2025

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In this month’s instalment, our team summarises the latest UK case law and developments in employment law – and their implications for employers. 1. The Government has published the new annual statutory rates which apply to...more

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Illinois One Day Rest in Seven Act and Meal Break Law: How Employers Can Protect Themselves

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Real World Impact: A recent increase in complaints under the Illinois One Day Rest in Seven Act (ODRISA) highlights the necessity for Illinois employers to be familiar with the requirements of this law....more

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