A newly enacted “visa integrity fee” will apply to millions of foreign visitors, including travelers from Mexico, India, Brazil and China.
Archives for July 22, 2025
What To Do If You Know Your Boss Is Having An Affair With A Coworker
Roughly 85% of extramarital affairs begin at work, highlighting that the office could be a hot zone for cheating…and secret keeping. Should you tell HR or keep quiet?
FMLA Notice Requirements: Lessons From the Third Circuit
The Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) provides important protections for employees with serious health conditions, and notice to the employer is required in order to trigger those protections. But what constitutes adequate notice? A recent case from the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit provides guidance on
Courts Clarify California Whistleblower Law
Courts Clarify California Whistleblower Law
Earlier this month, the Court of Appeal and the California Supreme Court provided helpful guidance on whistleblower retaliation cases. The Court of Appeal addressed who is a prevailing party entitled to fee and cost recovery under Labor Code section 1102.5 et seq., California’s whistleblower retaliation
2025 APAC Regional Employer Conference
2025 APAC Regional Employer Conference
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Tue, 07/22/2025 – 14:34
Why Starbucks Corporate Employees Are Ready to Quit Over Its RTO Order
The coffee chain told corporate managers they must now work in-office four days a week, sparking employee pushback that would lead to senior employees quitting.
Workplace Injuries Cost Nearly $60 Billion a Year. Here’s What Small Business Owners Need to Know
Injuries at work can hurt your bottom line, but reviewing your company’s safety measures can make them less frequent.
New Law Could End Ghost Jobs & What Job Seekers Can Do In The Meantime
According to a 2024 survey, 40% of employers admitted to posting job listings with no intention of filling them, and 30% still leave those listings live.
The Labor Department Just Said It Plans to Cut More Than 60 ‘Obsolete’ Regulations
The Trump administration is trying to deliver on its push for deregulation, but opponents say workers will be less safe.
Texas Makes Changes to Requirements for Health Care Provider Noncompetes and Limits Confidentiality Agreements Related to Sexual Abuse
Texas Makes Changes to Requirements for Health Care Provider Noncompetes and Limits Confidentiality Agreements Related to Sexual Abuse
Noncompete Agreement Changes for Physicians and Other Health Care Professionals
tgelbman@littler.com Tue, 07/22/2025 – 09:54
What MSHA’s 18 Proposed Rules Signal About the Future of Mine Safety
TakeawaysMSHA proposes modernizing outdated rules while aligning with a broader deregulatory agenda under the deregulation EO.The agency seeks to limit district managers’ authority, citing legal concerns.Updates would permit modern equipment, like electronic surveying tools, and remove obsolete requirements tied to outdated technology and practices.Related links
The Top AI Terms People Keep Getting Wrong At Work And Why They Matter
Misusing AI terms like hallucination, bias, and automation bias can lead to costly mistakes at work. Here’s what they actually mean and why they matter.
Bosses, stop trying to flatter your workers, says leadership expert—it doesn’t make them like you
Empty compliments don’t make you more likable. Here’s how to actually build connections and make employees feel valued, says leadership expert Jennifer Schielke.
Paid Leave Laws Keep Employers on Their Toes
Within the past ten years or so, there has been an uptick in states adopting laws concerning paid sick leave. As a result, multi-state employers have become accustomed to having to closely monitor the adoption of laws in the states in which their employees work to ensure their policies and practices are in compliance with all applicable paid leave laws. That task became more cumbersome with the rise in remote work as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, as well as the rise in local jurisdictions following suit and adopting their own paid leave laws.
Watch For These 4 Signs That You Need A Sabbatical Not A Vacation
You are still performing but feel flat. Here are the four signs it is time for a sabbatical and how stepping away might be the smartest move for your career.