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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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Navigating Open-Ended Employee Leave Requests

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Employers regularly face legal challenges, many of which their employees create. Leave can be especially problematic for both employees and employers. Perhaps what causes employers the most tension is an unlimited leave of...more

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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

Farella Braun + Martel LLP

2025 California Employment Law Changes Every Employer Needs to Know

California has long been known for its expansive employment protections, and recent legislative updates have further complicated the landscape. For HR professionals and employment lawyers, staying up to date with the latest...more

Davis Wright Tremaine LLP

New Year, New Policies: Oregon Employers, Update Your Employee Handbook for 2025

With the new year upon us, employers should review their employee handbooks and ensure they are compliant with more recent updates to both Oregon and federal law....more

Bass, Berry & Sims PLC

Top Five 2024 Employee Policies and Issues Check Up

As we enter 2024, there are a few employment law issues to keep top of mind. Below is a list of the top five HR policies and key issues to review as we head into the New Year: 1. Paid Time Off (PTO) and Leave Policies:...more

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The New Year Brings New Leave Laws

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Get ready to ring in the new year with new and expanded employer leave obligations. Chicago’s new Paid Leave and Paid Sick and Safe Leave Ordinance will take effect on December 31, 2023 and the following laws go into effect...more

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2023 Employment Law Updates: Q1 Developments from Pregnancy to Polyamory

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As we discussed in our annual update back in December, employers continue to see extensive developments on the labor and employment front as they progress through 2023. Aside from the minimum wage increases, pay...more

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Employee Activism, Safety, and Support Amid Difficult Issues

Recent social and political controversies, such as rulings from the Supreme Court of the United States, international conflicts, and mass shootings, are likely to cause more employees to voice their opinions and frustrations...more

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Employment Law Now VI-116-Top 10 Employment Issues To Consider For The Summer Kick-Off

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As we approach the unofficial start to Summer 2022, today's new episode addresses the 10 issues that should be on the radar of all employers....more

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Forecast: April 2022 Edition

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Welcome to FP Forecast, a monthly outlook featuring Fisher Phillips thought leaders providing their insights into what employers can expect in 2022 and beyond. By following along each month, you’ll be in the best position to...more

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The Top 18 Workplace Law Stories from September 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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COVID-19 Vaccine Questions Answered - Update

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With the surge of COVID-19 cases due to the Delta variant, many employers are considering whether to require employees to be vaccinated, how to encourage employee vaccinations, and the implications of vaccine policies for...more

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#WorkforceWednesday: CDC Guidance Fallout and Employment Legislation in Congress - Employment Law This Week®

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It’s #WorkforceWednesday! This week, we look at the fallout from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC’s) change in guidance for fully vaccinated individuals. CDC Guidance Causes Uncertainty In the wake of...more

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Information Stimulus: Mandatory Vaccinations and Extension of FFCRA Paid Leave, Tax Credits and Subsidies

DFEH Approves Mandatory Vaccination Policies - Guidance from government agencies continues to support the conclusion that employers may institute mandatory vaccination programs. However, it is still possible that an...more

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New York State Passes COVID-19 Vaccination Leave Law

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On March 12, 2021, New York State Governor Andrew Cuomo signed into law legislation granting public and private employees paid time off to receive the COVID-19 vaccination. The new law immediately requires all New York State...more

Bond Schoeneck & King PLLC

COVID-19 in the Workplace - PPP Update, COVID Plans from the Biden Transition Team, Higher Education Relief Package Provision,...

In these sessions, we not only summarize the week’s latest federal and state guidance, we will also offer insights on: - All aspects of employment law compliance - Paycheck Protection Program, tax credits and other economic...more

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Department of Labor’s Wage and Hour Division Issues New Guidance Materials

The Department of Labor’s (DOL's) Wage and Hour Division has issued a new set of assistance materials to help employers navigate the evolving challenges facing businesses during COVID-19. These assistance materials come at a...more

Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP

Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19): Employer FAQs

- The continued spread of COVID-19 presents employers with an array of unprecedented workforce management and public health challenges. - Decisions that employers may be called upon to make implicate a variety of...more

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Practical Guidance for Employers Grappling With the Coronavirus Threat

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This week, the World Health Organization upgraded the global risk of the new coronavirus (COVID-19) to “very high” with over 83,000 cases being confirmed, including dozens in the United States. Employers are grappling with...more

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2020 California Employment Law Roundup

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As 2019 draws to a close, employers in California have a busy new year ahead of them with expanded legal obligations, including significant new legislation regarding independent contractor status and mandatory arbitration...more

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Five Things New Jersey Employers Need to Know: Paid Sick Leave, Medical Marijuana & More

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Last week, Adam E. Gersh, Esquire, and Jeremy S. Cole, Esquire, co-presented a seminar addressing hot topics in in New Jersey employment law, highlighted by a discussion of New Jersey’s recently-passed Paid Sick Leave Law....more

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Washington Employers: Prepare To Face New Workplace Laws

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The past year has brought multiple new workplace laws that will require employers in Washington to change several key policies and procedures. Below is an update that provides a general overview to help you prepare for these...more

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Massachusetts Finalizes New Pregnancy Workplace Law: What to Expect When Your Employees Are Expecting

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Massachusetts just joined 21 other states and the District of Columbia by enacting a comprehensive pregnancy workplace law with unanimous support from the legislature, employee advocates, and the Massachusetts business...more

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