Archives for July 24, 2025
DOL Brings Back Payroll Audit Independent Determination (PAID) Program
DOL Brings Back Payroll Audit Independent Determination (PAID) Program
The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) announced on July 24, 2025, the return of its Payroll Audit Independent Determination (PAID) program.
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Stigma at work is keeping neurodivergent employees quiet
A new survey from neurodiversity advocacy and support nonprofit Understood suggests that the true percentage of neurodivergent adults may be higher than
For now, House effort to force vote to restore federal worker union rights falls short
Before the U.S. House of Representatives departed early for its August break on Tuesday, 209 members joined an effort to attempt to force a vote on a bill that would nullify President Donald Trump’s executive order stripping union rights from about two-thirds of the federal workforce — but that’s nine short of the needed threshold.
Your employees may be leaking trade secrets into ChatGPT
Almost a third of AI users have entered sensitive information into ChatGPT, and 14% admit entering company trade secrets.
We get Privacy for work – Episode 6: The Potential Privacy Risks Inherent to Mergers and Acquisitions
To say mergers and acquisitions present significant risk is an understatement; however, additional vulnerabilities are being exposed as bad actors threaten to exploit privacy and data security leaks during the transition.
Building an Exemption: California Construction Employers Allowed to Drug Test for Marijuana
TakeawaysCalifornia exempts “the building and construction trades” from its bar on employer discrimination based on an employee’s off-duty use of marijuana.Construction employers may continue to use urine drug testing for marijuana and to take adverse employment actions against applicants and employees who test positive.Employers that operate in multiple states must review all applicable marijuana laws to ensure compliance.Related links
Senate Labor Panel Advances Trump EEOC Nominee to Floor Vote
The Senate labor committee voted to send President Donald Trump’s newest EEOC nominee Brittany Panuccio to the full Senate for confirmation.
Fired after heart surgery? Trucking company settles over harsh medical leave policy
The EEOC sued after a Colorado trucking company fired workers who needed extra time to recover from medical issues.
NYC Council Passes Bills Expanding Minimum Pay Protections to App-Based Grocery Delivery Workers
TakeawaysThe New York City Council passed several bills providing additional protections to app-based food delivery workers, including entitling a larger number of delivery workers to the $21.44 minimum pay-rate.App-based grocery delivery workers are among those included in the expanded coverage.Some food and grocery delivery companies have voiced strong pushback and urged the Council to reconsider these bills.Related links
Ohio’s New Mini-WARN Statute
On July 1, 2025, Ohio Governor Mike DeWine signed House Bill No. 96, which, in addition to establishing the state’s operating budget for the 2026–2027 fiscal year, introduced a new mini-WARN statute, Ohio Revised Code § 4113.31 (Ohio WARN), requiring employers to provide notice of certain plant closings and mass
The Four Traits Of Bosses Who Get Results
When it comes to accountability, it’s not enough to chant the slogan around the office and hope people get it.
Trusts and Estates Practice Earns Highest Distinction in 2025 Chambers High Net Worth Guide
US judge tosses Trump administration bid to cancel union contracts
A federal judge has dismissed a bid by President Donald Trump’s administration to obtain judicial permission to cancel dozens of collective bargaining agreements between eight federal agencies and unions representing their employees.
What Keeps You Up at Night? Top Wage-Hour Traps for 2025 – Workplace Wake-Up with Jen Shaw
Wage and hour compliance continues to trip up even experienced HR pros—especially in California. From meal periods to bonus calculations, the rules are complex and the penalties are steep. In this episode, Jen highlights the top wage-hour issues that keep employers up at night and how to tackle them before they turn into claims.