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What to Do If ICE Visits Your Hospitality Business: 4 Immigration Compliance Tips for Employers

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In today’s regulatory environment, hospitality businesses must be prepared for a wide range of scenarios—including an unannounced visit from U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). Whether it’s part of a routine audit...more

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Workplace Violence Prevention Awareness Kit for Employers

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April is Workplace Violence Prevention Awareness Month, and employers should use this as an opportunity to learn more about this critical safety issue and how to address it. We’ll cover the latest workplace violence data and...more

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New York Set to Amend Law Addressing Retail Employee Workplace Violence Prevention

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A workplace violence prevention law passed by the New York State legislature in June 2024 and signed into law by the Governor in September 2024 with certain provisions set to take effect in March 2025 has been amended....more

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Leisure Law Insider (Vol. 5) - Winter 2025

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Welcome to the fifth edition of The Leisure Law Insider! Released quarterly, we cover the latest news and developments in leisure and hospitality law, regulation, and policy. Expect content on hotels, franchising, labor and...more

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Nearly Half of All Hospitality Worker Fatalities in 2023 Were Caused By Workplace Violence: 10 Steps You Can Take to Address...

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Recently released statistics revealed that over 250 workers in the hospitality industry were killed on the job in the most recent reporting year, demonstrating once again that employers need to take safety seriously....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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The Safe Hotels Act: NYC’s New Hotel Licensing Requirement

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At the end of July, New York City Council Member Julie Menin introduced new legislation that sent New York City hotel owners, operators and trade associations into a tizzy. The bill, known as the Safe Hotels Act, not only...more

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The NYC Safe Hotels Act Creates More Challenges For Non-Union Hotels

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On November 4, 2024, Mayor Adams signed Intro 0991-2024, also known as the Safe Hotels Act. The Act will become effective 180 days after November 4th. Initially proposed at the NYC Assembly in July 2024, the Safe Hotels Act...more

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Why Hotel Security Requires a Comprehensive Approach

The hotel and hospitality industry navigates daily obstacles to ensure the safety and security of their guests and staff. The New York City Council is tackling one of those challenges by considering a bill known as the Safe...more

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Top 10 Workplace Law Developments To Expect Under President Trump

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Now that we know Donald Trump will return to the White House as President, it’s time for employers to take a look at what they might expect during his second term in office. We have gathered insights from some of our firm’s...more

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Hospitality Industry Braces for NYC’s Safe Hotels Act: Top Things Employers Need to Know About What Could Become a Nationwide...

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New rules regulating hotels in NYC will likely take effect next May if Mayor Adams soon signs the Safe Hotels Act, which the City Council just passed by an overwhelming majority on October 23. NYC lawmakers are aiming to...more

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NYC Passes Hotel Licensing Bill: Financial and Operational Implications Forthcoming

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The New York City Council passed on Oct. 23, 2024 the Safe Hotels Act, which seeks to establish a licensing program for New York City hotels. Mayor Eric Adams is expected to sign this legislation into law. As discussed in...more

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Comprehensive Checklist to Help Businesses Prepare for Soccer’s 2026 World Cup

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Less than two years from now, visitors from around the world will descend on the U.S., Mexico, and Canada, as the three countries jointly host FIFA’s 2026 World Cup – and your business might want to start preparing already....more

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Leisure Law Insider (Vol. 4) - Fall 2024

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Welcome to the fourth edition of The Leisure Law Insider! Released quarterly, we cover the latest news and developments in leisure and hospitality law, regulation, and policy. Expect content on hotels, franchising, labor and...more

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Harris v. Trump: The Definitive Workplace Law Preview for Employers

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Either Kamala Harris or Donald Trump will be our nation’s next president – and the impact on workplace law will be significant regardless of who prevails. During their campaign trails, each candidate has provided some clues...more

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Cozen Cities - August 28, 2024

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BALTIMORE — City Council Investigates DPW Working Conditions -Baltimore City Council members criticized Department of Public Works (DPW) officials over unsafe workplace conditions following the death of a sanitation worker,...more

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The Learned Concierge - August 2024, Vol. 11

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The Learned Concierge - Welcome to your monthly legal insights on the trends impacting the Retail, Hospitality, and Food & Beverage Industries....more

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Local Ordinances California Hospitality Employers Need to Know

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The hospitality industry is important to California’s economy and provides significant employment across the state. Due to the large workforce within the hospitality sector, many cities across the state have implemented...more

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Game-Changing SCOTUS Ruling Serves Up a Menu of Possibilities for Hospitality Employers: Your 4-Step Action Plan Post-Chevron

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The Supreme Court’s recent landmark ruling that gives employers a powerful tool to fight back against regulatory overreach will have a broad impact on just about every area of workplace law – and every industry. We’re looking...more

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The Learned Concierge - December 2023, Vol. 3

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Welcome to your monthly legal insights on the trends impacting the Retail, Hospitality, and Food & Beverage Industries....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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2024 Will Bring Anaheim’s Hotel Worker Protection Ordinance

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The Anaheim Hotel Worker Protection Ordinance takes effect January 1, 2024, though it had a rocky path to passage. It started with a more expansive ordinance proposed in May, which was sent to the voters in October and...more

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Hawaii Wildfires: The Need for Disaster Preparedness...Just in Time for Peak Hurricane Season

The Hawaiian island of Maui has been ravaged by unprecedented and quickly moving wildfires, which have taken a particular toll on hospitality employers. As the U.S. enters peak hurricane season, the Hawaiian and Canadian...more

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Workplace Law Update: 22 Essential Items on Your August To-Do List

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It’s hard to keep up with all the recent changes to labor and employment law, especially since the law always seems to evolve at a rapid pace. In order to ensure you stay on top of the latest changes and have an action plan...more

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Irvine Hotels Must Prepare for Workload Limitations Law to Take Effect Next Week: Your 10-Step Compliance Plan

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Starting next week, hotel employers in Irvine must be ready to implement additional requirements of the city’s new Hotel Worker Protection Ordinance – including stringent workload limitations for room attendants. While...more

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