On November 9, 2023, the Illinois General Assembly passed House Bill (HB) 3641, which amends the Day and Temporary Labor Services Act (DTLSA) by delaying implementation of Section 42 of the DTLSA until April 1, 2024.
Archives for November 16, 2023
California’s Recently Vetoed Employment Law Bills—Cal-WARN Act Extension, Return-to-Work Notices, and FEHA Amendments
Along with signing into law a variety of employment-related bills in the 2023–2024 legislative session, Governor Gavin Newsom also vetoed numerous bills that would have further affected California employers. Here is an overview of some of the more surprising vetoes.
How important is a “ratification vote” in union contracts?
Punching In: Biden’s DOL Overtime Proposal Draws Business Gripes
Libby Henninger discusses the DOL’s proposal to expand overtime pay protections to more workers and why it may result in a legal battle.
Bloomberg Law
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What To Know About Veterans In The Workforce
Bradford Kelley explains the differences between USERRA and the ADA.
Law360 Employment Authority
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European firms navigate AI adoption, divisive social issues, and flexible working
Laura Jousselin, Raoul Parekh and Stephan Swinkels discuss how European employers are responding to workplace changes, including AI and remote workplace demands from employees.
International Employment Lawyer
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Wrongful dismissal claim ends in Superior Court slap-down – Ontario judge tells employer to pay up
Barry Kuretzky discusses a recent Ontario Superior Court decision that punished an employer for trying to intimidate an employee through what the judge determined was a meritless counter claim.
Human Resources Director Canada
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Inside Track: Should I Put That in an Email? Probably Not.
Jeff Nowak talks about the importance of training managers to be cautious with email because they could be used as evidence in court.
Law.com
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Just Half of In-House Lawyers Say Company Employees Follow In-Person Work Requirements
Commenting on Littler’s European Employer Survey Report, Raoul Parekh said he is seeing a shift in which employers are monitoring and checking employees’ attendance and then potentially taking adverse action against those who don’t do what they’re supposed to do.
Law.com International
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Littler: between flexibility and AI, the new challenges of the future of the world of work
Carlo Majer and Edgardo Ratti comment on Littler’s European Employer Survey Report and how some of the findings reflect the workplace environment in Italy.
Adnkronos
Work Advice: How much notice should I give before retiring?
Three to six months’ notice is still the norm. But you should base your decision on your workplace and your position.
UAW workers at General Motors ratify contract with record wage gains
With all GM sites reporting votes, more than 54 percent have voted in favor. Ford and Stellantis’s contracts also look likely to pass.
What Is Career Cushioning?
Career cushioning is when professionals create backup career opportunities in case they lose their jobs
Starbucks Workers Strike During ‘Red Cup Day’ Promotional Event
Unionized Starbucks workers walked off the job to demand higher wages and better working conditions.
Union Workers Back Contract Deals at 3 Big Automakers
The United Automobile Workers union hopes the agreements with General Motors, Ford and Stellantis will help it make inroads at other companies.