The pandemic changed how and where we work. Now most companies in the US have embraced the hybrid model to maintain the benefits of remote work and company culture.
Archives for July 13, 2025
In America’s Return to the Office, Women Are Falling Behind
More men than women are back in their cubicles, but remaining remote comes with risks. “It creates that barrier.”
How Are the Summer Interns Making It Work?
A new crop of young people are in New York and ready to “hustle” in all kinds of fields that will have them.
Is This a Talk Show or a Job Interview?
Plus, managing people twice your age.
Why setting boundaries makes you more valuable at work
An executive coach explains how the most impactful leaders are the ones who are best at protecting their time.
Big Changes Are Coming to HSAs; See What It Means for Employers
President Donald Trump’s tax law contains a few key changes to health savings accounts, including increased plan eligibility.
Big Beautiful Bill Makes Paid-Medical-Leave Tax Credit Permanent
Discover how Congress has made the PFML tax credit permanent and how employers should manage paid-family-leave policies in conjunction with FMLA.
5 Trust-Eroding Mistakes Leaders Make — and How to Avoid Them
Discover actionable strategies to foster trust, improve communication, and strengthen relationships with team members by avoiding common leadership pitfalls.
Ninth Circuit Rejects Certification of FLSA Collective Action on Personal Jurisdiction Grounds
On July 1, 2025, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit vacated a district court’s preliminary certification of a Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) collective action, holding that district courts in the Ninth Circuit must assess whether each prospective opt-in plaintiff can satisfy personal jurisdiction requirements before being
Missouri Governor Signs Bill Repealing Earned Paid Sick Time Statute
On July 10, 2025, Missouri Governor Mike Kehoe signed legislation (House Bill (HB) 567) that repeals the Missouri paid sick time statute and eliminates Missouri employers’ obligation to provide earned paid sick time to all Missouri employees.
Minnesota Mandates Meal and Work Breaks Starting January 1, 2026—With Automatic Penalties
Starting January 1, 2026, Minnesota employers must allow expanded breaks to all employees in Minnesota. Currently, employers are only required to provide “sufficient time to eat a meal” every eight hours of work, and “adequate time from work” to use the nearest restroom every four hours. This will change to
Pittsburgh City Council Amends Paid Sick Days Act
On June 10, 2025, the Pittsburgh City Council passed an ordinance amending the Pittsburgh Paid Sick Days Act (PSDA). The amendments include mandating accrual of leave at a slightly faster rate and higher annual accruals.
Beltway Buzz, July 11, 2025
The Beltway Buzz™ is a weekly update summarizing labor and employment news from inside the Beltway and clarifying how what’s happening in Washington, D.C., could impact your business.
FY 2025 Reconciliation Bill Signed Into Law With Significant Immigration Provisions
The budget reconciliation bill, known as the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” (OBBBA), was signed into law on July 4, 2025. This comprehensive legislation aims, among other things, to address various aspects of immigration policy, from enforcement and border security to fees and program accessibility. The OBBBA particularly impacts individuals
Dispelling Persistent Workers’ Compensation Misperceptions
In California, one principle is firmly established: the workers’ compensation system is the exclusive remedy for employees who sustain work-related injuries. Rooted in the state Constitution, this system embodies the so-called “compensation bargain,” where employees