Robert Perry and David Pixley author “After Chevron: Challenges Loom For PBGC Actions,” published by Law360.
Archives for August 13, 2024
Florida Teachers Union Fails to Upend Law on Dues and Recertification Requirements for Public-Sector Unions
On July 24, 2024, Judge Mark Walker of the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Florida dealt Florida teachers unions a critical blow in their attempt to overturn Senate Bill (SB) 256 regarding public-sector union dues collection and recertification, concluding that all but one of the unions’ challenges
U.S. Department of Education Attempts to Clarify Scope of Injunctions Barring Enforcement of 2024 Title IX Regulations
The last eight weeks have seen at least six courts issue injunctions barring enforcement of the U.S. Department of Education’s 2024 Title IX Final Rule (the “2024 Rule”). Most injunction orders lack clarity about which higher educational institutions are covered by the injunctions. This has resulted in a confusing enforcement
Latest Updates to Illinois Personnel Records Review Act
The Illinois state legislature has once again amended the Personnel Records Review Act (the “Act”), imposing new obligations on employers navigating personnel record requests. Effective January 1, 2025, HB 3763 requires those responding to such requests to update current procedures to make way for these new requirements.
New Employee Requirements
State Laws Complicate Salary Requirements for Exempt Employees
With the U.S. Department of Labor’s recent increases to the minimum salary or fee amount for certain exempt employees, many employers are reviewing the exemption status of their employees. In doing so, employers should be mindful of varying state law requirements, which may be higher than even the newly increased
How to Manage Feedback Like An Olympic Athlete
Six strategies to separate critiques aimed to tear you down from guidance meant to build you up.
What to Do When You’re Overlooked
A conversation with communications expert Jessica Chen on getting the recognition you deserve.
Dearica Hamby files federal lawsuit against WNBA, Aces alleging unlawful workplace discrimination, retaliation
Los Angeles Sparks forward Dearica Hamby filed a lawsuit in federal court in Nevada on Monday against the WNBA and the Las Vegas Aces, alleging unlawful workplace discrimination and retaliation.
UAW files labor charges against Trump and Musk, alleging worker intimidation
The United Auto Workers (UAW) said Tuesday that it filed federal labor charges alleging former President Trump and Elon Musk attempted to “intimidate and threaten” workers during their Monday evening interview on the social platform X.
Amazon says US labor watchdog that filed labor charges violates constitution
‘Our voices are only going to get louder’, workers warn tech giant after Atlanta warehouse writes up employees
Take a quick test on culture health: Can your workforce recite your values?
The Institute for Corporate Productivity (i4cp) just conducted a new survey on the state of organizational culture health—part of our ongoing research into this important topic.
Employers Risk Harassment Lawsuits From Employees’ Social Media Posts
The majority of employees think it’s “unethical” for employers to scroll through employee social media accounts, according to a 2023 Monster survey.
To mandate or not to mandate? How to lure employees back to the office
Lenny Beaudoin of Dallas-based commercial real estate firm CBRE shared insights into successful back-to-office techniques.
Transfers and Pay Cuts: Pregnant Officers Accuse Border Agency of Discrimination
Under a $45 million settlement, Customs and Border Protection agreed to adjust its policy around pregnancy. Some women say the agency has instilled a culture of shame and perpetuated a fear of retaliation.
Rhode Island Passes a Comprehensive Consumer Data Privacy Law
On June 25, 2024, Rhode Island became the 20th state to enact a comprehensive consumer data protection law, the Rhode Island Data Transparency and Privacy Protection Act (“RIDTPPA”). The state joins Kentucky, Maryland, Minnesota, Nebraska, New Hampshire, and New Jersey in passing consumer data privacy laws this year.
The RIDTPPA