Last year, Bank of AmericaΒ (BAC)Β suffered harsh criticism after its employee, Leo Lukenas III, who was 35 years old, died of a blood clot in his heart after working 100-hour workweeks at the company.
Archives for March 17, 2025
Trump Administration Questions Law Firms Over DEI Employment Practices
The move by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission comes as the administration is taking aggressive steps to intimidate law firms.
Matthew Camardella Discusses Federal Contractors DEI Compliance Challenges
Matthew Camardella is featured on βWeekend Edition Saturdayβ discussing the challenges federal contractors face following the revocation of Executive Order 11246 and the introduction of new restrictions on DEI initiatives in “Federal contractors say they’re stuck between nondiscrimination laws and anti-DEI orders,” published by NPR. Subscription may be required to view article
How FCC v. Consumersβ Research Could Sink Proposals to Reform Labor Law
Alexander MacDonald explains why SCOTUSβ decision in FCC v. Consumersβ Research could ultimately decide the direction of labor law.
The Federalist Society
Hawley Bill To Speed CBAs Must Overcome Biz. Opposition
Alexander MacDonald discusses the pros and cons of a bill proposed by Sen. Josh Hawley that would add a “shot clock” to bargaining obligations for initial labor contracts.
Law360 Employment Authority
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How to address global complications of the DEI backlash
Natasha Adom says companies should be careful about how they tie aspirational DEI targets for the organization to individual managersβ compensation.Β
Charter
The Playbook: Whatβs sparking layoff concerns for employees
Jeanine Conley Daves says the Trump administration has forced business leaders to consider how β or even whether β to continue to pursue core aspects of their IE&D programs, and many are taking a measured approach.
American City Business JournalsΒ
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5 years later: How COVID-19 changed HR
After the COVID-19 pandemic, Jorge Lopez says the I-9 documentation required by employers remained the same, but the mechanisms that have been put in place to meet the requirements have been tweaked.
HR Dive
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Your AI Coworker is Here to Help β Let It Become Your Sales Superpower
The future of sales lies in combining AI with human connection, empowering salespeople to build deeper, trust-based relationships.
Shareholder Tim McInturf Rejoins Littler in Houston
HOUSTON (March 17, 2025) β Littler, the worldβs largest employment and labor law practice representing management, has added Tim McInturf as a shareholder in its Houston office. McInturf, who was previously with Littler from 1999 to 2009, returns to the firm after serving in several leadership roles at Quantlab Group
10 Ways To Raise Your Interal Visibility At Work
Building your visibility at your organization is critical to being seen, heard, and known. Elevating your prescence enables you to create more impact.
Jackson Lewis Attorneys Recognized as Leading Authors by JD Supra
NEW YORK, NY (March 14, 2025) β Nationwide employment law firm Jackson Lewis P.C. is pleased to announce Principals Michael H. Neifach, Joseph J. Lazzarotti and Laura A.
Key Employment Law Updates: Trump 2.0 and AI in the Workplace
Jackson Lewis P.C. attorneys invite you to a complimentary program for in-house counsel and HR executives in which our esteemed team of speakers and panelists will explore workplace law changes and challenges under the Trump Administration as well as AIβs continued impact on the workplace through discussion of real and hypothetical use cases. We will end the program with a cocktail reception in the Casa Marinaβs oceanfront courtyard. Topics:
How To Set Boundaries When Leading Under An Open-Door Workplace Policy
An open-door policy fosters trust and collaboration, but without boundaries, can leads to burnout. Learn how leaders can balance accessibility with efficiency.
EEOC Targets 20 Big Law Firms With Demand for DEI Data
The head of the U.S. agency that enforces laws banning workplace discrimination on Monday warned 20 major law firms that their employment policies meant