On September 26, 2025, Delaware Governor Matt Meyer signed into law legislation that will require employers in Delaware to include wage or salary ranges and information on benefits offered in job postings, becoming the latest in a growing number of states to enact a pay transparency law.
Archives for September 30, 2025
DOJ Blesses βSituational Teleworkβ as Reasonable Religious Accommodation
The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has released an advisory memorandum opinion making clear that Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 may require the federal government to provide βsituational teleworkβ to its employees as a religious accommodation. This development is part of the Trump administration’s ongoing efforts
US agency sues Apple for alleged discrimination against Jewish worker
The U.S. agency that enforces workplace anti-discrimination laws sued Apple on Tuesday, claiming the manager of a retail store made antisemitic comments and denied a Jewish employee’s requests for time off before firing him.
Is Perimenopause Derailing Your Career? And Does Your Employer Care?
Perimenopause and its sometimes debilitating symptoms can strike just when you are in the prime of your career. Here’s how to get support from your employer and avoid your reputation taking a hit.
US Justice Department probes Des Moines schools for race-based hiring practices
The U.S. Department of Justice announced on Tuesday that it had launched an investigation into Des Moines Public Schools in Iowa to determine whether the district engaged in race-based employment practices.
Recruiters caution against using AI to write job postings because it’s been trained on ‘crappy’ descriptions
Using AI might be a time-saver, but it also robs the company of the ability to think deeply about what a job requires.
No Joke: Experts Say You Shouldnβt Be Funny at Work
When it comes to cracking office jokes, managers may have to act like a flamingoβ¦and put a foot down.
Working Hard Or Hardly Working? Dismantling Mistrust Around Remote Work And Productivity
Mistrust around remote work persists. Return to office mandates signal that senior leadership teams donβt trust their people to be productive at home. But why?
Is Your Boss The Jerk? Or Is The Problem You?
Before you blame your boss, engage in a little self-reflection. The first question you should ask yourself is this: Is it really the boss or is it you?
Nebraska Department of Labor Issues Guidance on New Paid Sick Time Law
Nebraskaβs Healthy Families and Workplaces Act (HFWA), as amended by Legislative Bill (LB) 415 (effective September 3, 2025), requires most private employers with eleven or more employees to provide earned paid sick time (PST) beginning October 1, 2025. The Nebraska Department of Labor (NDOL) has issued guidance on coverage, accrual,
The Impact of a Federal Government Shutdown on OSHA
The Impact of a Federal Government Shutdown on OSHA
The federal government is currently in a race against the clock. Unless lawmakers agree to a spending plan before midnight (ET) on Tuesday, September 30, federal appropriations will expire causing much of the federal government, including the Occupational Safety and Health
Preparing for a Government Shutdown: Key Employment and Compliance Considerations for Federal Contractors
TakeawaysA government shutdown on Oct. 1 may trigger WARN Act, wage and hour, union, and other compliance challenges for federal contractors.Exempt pay, PTO, benefits, unemployment, and immigration rules require careful consideration and compliance.Clear, timely communication with employees is essential to maintain morale and reduce confusion.Related links
DHS Proposes a Weighted Selection Process for Cap-Subject H-1B Petitions
On September 24, 2025, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) published a proposed rule that, if implemented, will modify the process by which U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) selects H-1B registrations for H-1B cap-subject petitions. The proposed rule seeks to replace the current H-1B random selection lottery process
Canada: Minimum Wage Increases Effective October 1, 2025
Canada: Minimum Wage Increases Effective October 1, 2025
Effective October 1, 2025, five Canadian provinces will implement minimum wage increases. These changes reflect inflation adjustments and cost-of-living concerns, and are relevant for employers, HR professionals, and legal advisors navigating employment law and wage compliance.
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Effective October 1, 2025, the general minimum
Why Major Workplace Disruptions Aren’t Always a Bad Thing
Workers’ trust in company leadership can be boosted if you handle a business crisis smoothly.