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OSHA Retaliation Claims Under Section 11(c): A Legal and Practical Guide for Employers

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Employers across the U.S. must follow not only the workplace safety rules set out in the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970 (the “OSH Act”), but also its anti-retaliation protections — some of the strongest yet often...more

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Needle-less Dispute? BC Court Finds That Unpaid Leave Due to Non-Compliance Did Not Amount to Constructive Dismissal

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The COVID-19 litigation lag continues to play out in Canadian courts; and employers are starting to get some clarity on some of the key workplace issues that arose during the pandemic. In Clark v. City of Prince George,...more

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Training Artificial Intelligence and Employer Liability: Lessons from Schuster v. Scale AI

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The discussion of Artificial Intelligence (“AI”) in the workplace typically focuses on whether the AI tool and model has a discriminatory impact. This means examining whether the AI output creates an unlawful disparate...more

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Your Right to Report Unsafe Working Conditions Without Retaliation: A Guide for Employees

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Every worker in the United States has the right to a safe and healthy workplace. Federal law protects you if you speak up about unsafe conditions, file a safety complaint, or take part in a workplace safety investigation. If...more

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Tasked with Troubling Content: AI Model Training and Workplace Implications

The discussion of Artificial Intelligence (“AI”) in the workplace typically focuses on whether the AI tool and model has a discriminatory impact....more

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Hot Topic: How States and Federal OSHA Are Responding to Extreme Heat

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By Beeta B. Lashkari and Andrea Chavez As record-breaking temperatures continue to impact communities and workplaces across the country, heat illness prevention remains a top priority for regulators at both the federal and...more

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Active Shooter Events: Why Communication and Coordination are Key for California Employers

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The recent tragic attack at an office building in New York and the loss and pain felt by its survivors and those affected leave many employers wondering what more they can do to protect their employees and locations. In...more

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Employers Should Avoid Promises to Employees About Off-Premises Security

How should employers react to employee complaints of harassment or threats of physical violence from a former coworker? Once the company has terminated the coworker, concerns about retaliation against an employee by the fired...more

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City of Long Beach to Require Staffing for Self-Check Out

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The City of Long Beach introduced a new ordinance aimed at curbing retail theft and improving safety in grocery and drug stores that use self-service checkout stations. The ordinance applies to “drug retail establishments”...more

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Implementación de medidas laborales y operativas mediante Circular Conjunta 40017 en Colombia

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La Circular Conjunta No. 40017 emitida el 25 de julio de 2025 por el Ministerio del Trabajo y el Ministerio de Minas y Energía de Colombia establece disposiciones que buscan garantizar las condiciones laborales y operativas...more

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Chair Law: Mexico Establishes Workplace Safety Provisions for Workers Who Stand for Prolonged Periods

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On July 17, 2025, Mexico’s Ministry of Labor and Social Welfare published an agreement in the Official Gazette that establishes specific provisions for the prevention of occupational risks related to workers who perform their...more

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Iowa Amends Drug Testing Statute, Relieves Some Employer Burdens

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The Iowa drug testing statute (Iowa Code § 730.5) became more employer friendly effective July 1, 2025. Although the Iowa drug testing law remains one of the most technically challenging in the country, the changes will make...more

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Heat Waves and Hazy Days: A Compliance Reminder for Washington State Employers

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As temperatures rise and wildfire season intensifies across the Pacific Northwest, Washington State employers must remain alert – for the safety of their workforce and to follow state law. The Washington State Department of...more

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OSHA Renews Focus On Amputations In Manufacturing

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OSHA recently renewed its national emphasis program focused on preventing amputations in manufacturing, effective June 27. The national emphasis program will remain in place for five years, and programmed inspections may...more

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OSHA Heat Illness Rulemaking – Hearing Recap

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OSHA held its public rulemaking hearing on the proposed Heat Injury and Illness Prevention in Outdoor and Indoor Work Settings standard from June 16 through July 2, 2025. Below is a summary of the hearing and a brief...more

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Preserving Workplace Culture Amidst the Threat of AI Deepfakes: Employer Considerations in the Wake of the Federal TAKE IT DOWN...

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With the prevalence of generative artificial intelligence (“AI”) on the rise, the potential for misuse, including in the workplace, is ever present. Amidst this backdrop, the recently enacted federal TAKE IT DOWN Act (the...more

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July’s Heat Hits Hard: Italy Moves to Safeguard Workers

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Countries across Europe are experiencing significant heat waves this summer. With the high temperatures set to continue, the hot weather is creating high risk conditions for the health and safety of workers. In Italy, the...more

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Don’t Get Caught Off Guard: OSHA Renews Its Machine Safety (Amputations) National Emphasis Program

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OSHA announced that it is renewing its National Emphasis Program (NEP) to Address Amputations in Manufacturing. The renewed NEP will replace the previous version which expired on June 27 and will remain in place for five...more

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OSHA Proposes Dozens of Deregulatory Rules: How They’ll Impact Multiple Industries

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The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has published over two dozen proposed rules in the Federal Register on July 1, 2025, marking a sweeping regulatory initiative that impacts multiple industries. Although...more

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What MSHA’s 18 Proposed Rules Signal About the Future of Mine Safety

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On July 1, 2025, the Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) published 18 Notices of Proposed Rulemaking in the Federal Register, marking a sweeping regulatory initiative by the current administration. The proposals...more

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OSHA’s 2025 Amputations NEP: Key Changes Manufacturers Should Know

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The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has issued its 2025 update to the National Emphasis Program on Amputations in Manufacturing Industries (Amputations NEP), renewing the program and introducing several...more

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Federal OBBBA Round-Up: What Employers Need to Know Now

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President Donald Trump signed H.R. 1, “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” (OBBBA), on July 4. The OBBBA affects a wide range of workplace issues, including immigration, benefits, and employment tax liabilities. Below is only a brief...more

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OSHA Proposes Changes to Reporting and Recordkeeping Requirements

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On July 1, 2025, the U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) issued several proposed rules, including two that impact employers’ recordkeeping and reporting obligations....more

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OSHA Issues NPRMs Affecting 26 Standards, Proposes Key Changes for Employers

On July 1, 2025, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) issued notices of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) related to twenty-six current standards. ...more

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OSHA Proposes Rule Excluding Inherently Risky Professional Activities from Scope of General Duty Clause

Last week, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) issued a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (Proposed Rule) to clarify the application of the General Duty Clause of the Occupational Safety and Health Act to...more

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