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A new era for European Works Councils – what employers must do now

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In this landmark matter, decided by the Rotterdam District Court in late 2018, the question was whether national and EWC consultation procedures must follow a strict sequence, or may proceed in parallel....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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Navigating employee relations: The advisor’s role (Part 5)

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In recent months, I’ve spoken to many HR professionals about all things employee relations or “ER.”...more

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Mexico’s Federal Judiciary Council Announces End to Judiciary Work Stoppage: Key Takeaways for Employers

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Mexico: Courts and tribunals will resume work on September 23 after a work stoppage began on August 21 in response to the Judicial Branch Reform. Here’s what employers doing business in Mexico need to know about this...more

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Navigating employee relations: The advisor’s role (Part 3)

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In recent months, I’ve spoken to many HR professionals about all things employee relations or “ER.” What stood out was the challenging nature of the role of those in ER. The role of ER has never been more valuable to...more

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Navigating employee relations: The advisor’s role (Part 1)

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In recent months, I’ve spoken to many HR professionals about employee relations (ER). The challenging nature of the role for those in ER was a common theme. The role of ER has never been more valuable to Australian employers,...more

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How would the UK employment law landscape change under a Labour Government?

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After a period of legislative calm, any incoming Labour Government is poised to roll out a comprehensive reform package that would almost certainly keep HR, legal and compliance teams on their toes for the foreseeable future....more

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Argentina’s new president issues emergency decree on labour matters

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In November 2023, the economist Javier Milei was elected as the new president of Argentina. He took office in December 2023. One of his first measures was to issue an emergency decree that included a chapter dealing with...more

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UK Trade Union Round-up: Union Powers Take a Hit as 2023 Comes to a Close

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There have been more developments in the trade union world since our last trade union round-up just a few months ago, none of which are likely to be particularly welcome by trade unions. In this article we look at three key...more

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Ontario, Canada Appellate Court Finds National Day of Mourning to Honour Memory of Queen Elizabeth II Not a Paid Holiday under...

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In Ottawa Police Services Bd. v. Ottawa Police Assn., 2023 ONSC 6225, the Ontario Superior Court of Justice (Divisional Court) (Ont. SCJ (Div. Ct.)) quashed an arbitrator’s decision allowing two grievances that claimed...more

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UK Government Publishes Response to Consultation on Retained EU Employment Law Reforms: What Does This Mean for Employers?

On 8 November 2023, the UK government published its response to the consultation on Retained EU Employment Law. It also published the Employment Rights (Amendment, Revocation and Transitional Provision) Regulations 2023,...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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The Wild West: Alberta Labour Board Orders Suspension of Union Dues for Wildcat Strike

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In the decision of Alberta Health Services v the Alberta Union of Provincial Employees, 2023 CanLII 61927 (“AHS v AUPE”), the Alberta Labour Relations Board (the “Board”) issued a one-month suspension of union dues...more

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Changes to Flexible Working Regime in the UK – What Employers Need to Know

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On July 20, 2023, UK’s Employment Relations (Flexible Working) Bill 2023 received Royal Assent and is currently expected to come into force in Summer 2024, though a precise date has not yet been confirmed by the government....more

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Monthly Highlights – UK Employment Law – May 2023

In this month’s instalment, our team highlights the UK’s plans to reform employment law in a post-Brexit world, with a focus on what it might mean for employers and UK employment law. We also discuss new employment...more

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Ontario, Canada: OLRB Clarifies That Employers Have Significant Discretion in Choosing Who Will Investigate Complaints of...

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Section 32.07(1)(a) of Ontario’s Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA) provides that one of an employer’s duties relating to a workplace harassment complaint is to ensure an investigation occurs that is “appropriate in...more

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Ontario, Canada Arbitrator Finds Employer Did Not Violate Collective Agreements by Not Recognizing National Day of Mourning as...

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In a recent decision under the Labor Relations Act, 1995, Arbitrator Adam Beatty dismissed four union grievances concerning the National Day of Mourning, which was declared following the death of Queen Elizabeth. The grievors...more

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Key UK Employment Law Trends for 2023

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After the past two years, following the impact of Covid-19 and the cost-of-living crisis, you would be forgiven for hoping, even if just for a moment, that 2023 might be calmer and less eventful than the previous two years....more

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European information and consultation in business sales: comparative guide

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Difficult employment issues can arise during an international business purchase and what is straightforward in one country can prove challenging in another...more

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Working smarter: Overhauled UAE employment law modernizes regulation of labor relations

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The United Arab Emirates (UAE) government has introduced major legislative changes over the last 18 months. These changes strengthen and modernize the UAE’s overall legal framework to cement its position as a key global...more

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Littler Global Guide - Portugal - Q4 2021

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COVID-19 Updates (the Past and the New Future) - New Legislation Enacted - The major concern has been focused on COVID-19 – which is why it has claimed the top spot. It is “safe” to say that the workplace is not immune to...more

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¿Qué podemos hacer?: U.S. Employers with Mexican Operations Want to Know

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After my previous blog post regarding recent labor enforcement actions taken under the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (“USMCA”) impacting U.S. companies with facilities or subsidiaries in Mexico, I received questions regarding...more

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Labor outsourcing reform

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On April 23, 2021, the Decree amending, adding and repealing several provisions of the Federal Labor Law, the Social Security Law, the Law of the National Workers' Housing Fund Institute, the Federal Tax Code, the Income Tax...more

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Littler Global Guide - Colombia - Q4 2019

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Prohibition from Working with Underage Children Due to Past Crimes - New Order or Decree - Under the recently published Decree 753 of 2019, individuals convicted of crimes against the sexual freedom, integrity and...more

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15 Key Developments in Canadian Labour & Employment Law in 2019

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Canada saw significant developments in labour and employment law in 2019.  As we embark on a new decade, we will undoubtedly see the landscape in this ever-changing area of law continue to evolve....more

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