The National Labor Relations Board is appealing a Texas district court’s ruling that struck down the Board’s 2023 joint-employer rule as unlawfully overbroad.
Archives for June 11, 2024
AG Paxton’s DEI Investigation and 10 DEI Steps to Take
What do missing bolts on an airplane door and employer diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs have in common? Texas Attorney General (AG) Ken Paxton is determined to link the two. Many DEI initiatives are lawful, and the AG’s initiative is a reminder to employers to ensure their DEI programs are carefully designed, documented, and implemented to comply with applicable law.
Martin Aron Comments on Legal Challenges Ahead for New Jersey’s Temp Worker Equal Pay Law
Martin Aron comments on the challenges employers may face under the New Jersey Temp Worker Bill of Rights, particularly due to accurate wage calculations for temp workers and the law’s requirement of paying a cash equivalent for benefits in “NJ Equal Pay Law For Temp Workers Has Uncertain Future,” published by Law360.
Jackson Lewis Welcomes Pamela D. Williams to Houston Office
Nationwide employment law firm Jackson Lewis P.C. is pleased to announce Pamela D. Williams has joined its Houston office as a principal. Pamela brings extensive experience in labor and employment litigation, having previously worked at Fisher Phillips.
CDF Webinar: The Californication of Non-Compete Laws – Recent Changes That Impact All Employers Across The United States
Join us for an informative webinar on the latest developments in the non-compete agreement arena with two members of CDF’s Unfair Competition & Trade Secret Practice Group: Dan M. Forman, Chair, and Ashley A. Halberda who also serves as Co-Managing Partner of CDF’s Orange County Office.
This webinar is crucial for employers seeking to remain informed about the most recent updates on the enforceability of non-compete agreements in California and across the United States. While California’s laws have limited the enforceability of non-compete agreements in the employment context for some time, recent Federal regulations follow closely behind and have significant impacts on a wider swath of employers across the United States.
CDF will update attendees on the most recent litigation to stop enforcement of Federal regulations and will provide effective strategies for protecting an employer’s valuable assets, confidential information, and trade secrets.
The webinar will help equip participants with knowledge about navigating these changes, preparing any required notices, and ensuring that their businesses remain compliant while safeguarding critical business information.
Topics addressed will include:
California’s Strict Non-Compete Laws: Understanding the state’s stringent stance and its implications for employers.
Federal Regulations Impact: Recent Federal regulations that challenge the validity of non-compete agreements nationwide.
Litigation Updates: Key cases and legal battles that are shaping the future of non-compete agreements.
Employer Strategies: Effective methods to safeguard your company’s assets, confidential information, and trade secrets amidst regulatory changes.
Don’t miss this opportunity to stay ahead of the curve and ensure compliance with the quickly changing legal landscape regarding non-compete agreements.
Rooted in Racism and Economic Exploitation: The Southern Economic Development Strategy
The Southern Economic Development Strategy
Rooted in Racism and Economic Inequality is a new series from the Economic Policy Institute that describes, in detail, the Southern economic development model and shows how this model has failed workers and families across the region.
The Southern economic development model is
Why Employment Counsel Need a Seat at the Table for All M&A Transactions
Antitrust—Labor Market Violations: NCAA Agrees to Stop Restricting College Athlete Transfers
The National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) will stop enforcing rules restricting Division I athletes from transferring from one institution to another under a consent judgment filed in an antitrust lawsuit brought by the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ), ten states, and the District of Columbia.
Legal Challenges Mount to DOL Rule Raising Salary Threshold for Exempt Employees
The U.S. Department of Labor’s Final Rule raising the minimum salary level requirements for application of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) “white collar” exemptions is scheduled to take effect July 1, 2024. Lawsuits, however, have been filed seeking to invalidate and set aside the Final Rule and to block
What You Need to Know About the Future of Workplace Testing
How evolving cannabis laws are impacting workplace safety protocols and why maintaining and updating rigorous drug testing remains essential for employers across various industries.
Exclusive: BP tightens workplace relationships policy after Looney dismissal
BP employees must disclose any intimate relationships with colleagues or risk losing their jobs, the oil major told staff in a policy update, following the sacking of former CEO Bernard Looney for failing to do so.
Trump Floats Tax-Free Tips for Workers. That Could Mean More Tipping for Customers.
Presumptive GOP presidential nominee seeks votes from service-industry workers
Ikea Lost $5,000 When Each Worker Quit. So It Began Paying More
After quitting spiked around the globe, the Swedish retailer turned to flexible schedules, more generous compensation and smoother orientation for new hires.
What benefits can help improve employee retention? Ask HR
Question: We offer competitive salaries for our industry and do fairly well hiring new employees. However, we still struggle to keep employees long-term. What are some benefit options that could help improve employee retention?
I caught my employee secretly working a second remote job. Here’s why I decided to fire them — and why I think overemployment is unethical.
Here’s how it all played out — and why I decided to fire them.