Pamela Williams, Stephanie Adler-Paindiris and Stephanie Satterfield discuss Pamela’s vast litigation and class action experience and her decision to join the firm’s Houston office as a principal in “Jackson Lewis Adds Fisher Phillips Labor Pro In Houston,” published by Law360.
Archives for June 17, 2024
Jackson Lewis and Attorneys Recognized for Excellence in the Legal 500 US 2024
Nicola Ai Ling Prall, Patricia Anderson Pryor, Alan M. Bayless Feldman, Michael R. Bertoncini, John K. Bennett, Stacey C.S. Cerrone, Lindsey H. Chopin, Donald E. English, Jr., Susan E. Groff, Richard I. Greenberg, Michael E. Holzapfel, Kevin G. Lauri, Michael H. Neifach, Otieno B. Ombok, Tasos C. Paindiris, Amy L. Peck, Laura A. Pierson-Scheinberg, Robert W. Rachal, Charles F. Seemann, Howard Shapiro, Jonathan J. Spitz, Meredith K. Stewart, Phillip C. Thompson, René E. Thorne & Richard F. Vitarelli
Suzanne Odom Discusses Challenges to DOL’s Plan to Address Unclaimed Retirement Assets
Suzanne Odom discusses the liability concerns many employer plan sponsors have regarding the DOL’s cybersecurity guidance when asked to voluntarily share data in order to connect retirement savers with unclaimed 401(k)s in “Lost 401(k) Cash Database Encounters DOL Data Collection Hurdles,” published by Bloomberg Law.
Puerto Rico Increases Hourly Minimum Wage to $10.50 Beginning July 1, 2024
Puerto Rico’s minimum wage will increase to $10.50 per hour from $9.50 per hour effective July 1, 2024. This increase was finally approved by the Minimum Wage Review Commission on June 13, 2024. With limited exceptions, the increase will apply to all non-exempt employees covered by the Fair Labor Standards Act.
Tips for Recruiting Top Talent in Manufacturing Industry
Finding qualified and motivated people to fill open positions is not a new challenge for manufacturers. This task, however, has become harder due to the industry’s rapid rebound post-COVID-19 pandemic and a significant reduction in the U.S. manufacturing workforce.
Planning for Big Changes to the Oregon Family Leave Act
Effective July 1, 2024, the Oregon Family Leave Act will have a significant impact on employers with operations in Oregon. Join Jackson Lewis P.C. attorneys for this complimentary webinar to discuss:
U.S. Supreme Court Raises Standard for Labor Board When Seeking 10(j) Injunctions
The U.S. Supreme Court issued a decision directing district courts to use the traditional four-part test when evaluating whether a preliminary injunction should issue at the request of the National Labor Relations Board pending litigation of a complaint under the National Labor Relations Act. No. 23-367 (June 13, 2024).
LA Senate Passes Restrictions on Noncompetes for Primary Care Physicians
Goldberg Segalla Welcomes Francisco F. Guzmán
Goldberg Segalla added Francisco F. Guzmán to the firm’s Workers’ Compensation group in Princeton.
Goldberg Segalla Welcomes Chad P. Thompson
Goldberg Segalla added Chad P. Thompson to the firm’s Workers’ Compensation group in Chicago.
Injunctive Relief is Injunctive Relief: In a Sweeping Victory for Employers, SCOTUS Rules Standard for 10(j) Relief No Different than Any Other Preliminary Injunction
Executive Summary: On June 13, 2024, the Supreme Court of the United States (SCOTUS) ruled in favor of Starbucks, and employers alike, holding that when district courts consider a request for preliminary injunction under §10(j) of the National Labor Relations Act (NLRA), they must apply the more stringent, traditional four-factor test for preliminary injunctions. This decision, which will make it more difficult for the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB or Board) to win temporary reinstatement of workers fired during labor disputes, may be a light at the end of a long tunnel for employers.
The Supreme Court Ruling in the Starbucks Case Proves the Law Won’t Save Labor
In Starbucks Corp v. McKinney, the Supreme Court ordered lower courts to apply a stricter test when deciding whether to grant the National Labor Relations Board’s petitions for emergency relief, like ordering the reinstatement of seven fired Starbucks workers in Memphis.
The most common jobs in America, and more!
From the DoD mailbag, we pulled your questions about the most common jobs in America (including for students) and the mysteries of choosing a phone case color.
Hybrid Work Has Changed Meetings Forever
An analysis of 40 million virtual meetings from 11 organizations suggests there’s no going back to “normal.”
College athletes should think twice before asking to be employees
College sports need reforming, but making athletes employees isn’t the answer