The U.S. government entered a partial shutdown at 12:01 a.m. (EDT) on October 1, 2025, after the president and congressional lawmakers could not reach an agreement to fund the federal government for fiscal year 2026.
Without the enactment of a continuing resolution to extend the government’s funding, certain aspects of
Archives for October 1, 2025
How To Build Curiosity At Work That Has Been Compressed Or Inhibited
What happens to your curiosity as you age might surprise you. Studies show it shifts form, and leaders can unlock it by removing barriers at work.
California Seeks to Ban ‘Stay or Pay’ Employment Clauses
On September 11, 2025, the California Legislature passed a bill that would ban “stay or pay” terms in employment contracts, which require employees to pay their employer back for certain costs if they leave the job. Governor Gavin Newsom has not signed it yet.
Few Employers Fretting About Union Drives, Littler Finds
Few Employers Fretting About Union Drives, Littler Finds
Jonathan Levine says most employers are not concerned about their employees seeking out union representation, but they should still have a contingency plan.
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mfelling@littler.com Wed, 10/01/2025 – 15:19
6 things HR should know about intermittent FMLA leave
6 things HR should know about intermittent FMLA leave
Jeff Nowak says when dealing with family medical leave, employers’ approach should be employee-centered and based on sincerity rather than cynicism.
HR Dive
mfelling@littler.com Wed, 10/01/2025 – 15:17
Comp Spotlight with Peter Vassalo of Littler
Comp Spotlight with Peter Vassalo of Littler
Peter Vassalo, a former OSHA attorney, discusses what businesses can expect from the federal agency under the current administration.
Business Insurance
mfelling@littler.com Wed, 10/01/2025 – 15:12
Immigration Considerations in a Government Shutdown
The current government funding expired at the end of the fiscal year without a continuing resolution, resulting in a government shutdown. A federal government shutdown can create ripple effects across immigration processes, but the impact varies depending on the agency.
Since USCIS is fee-funded, most operations — like processing petitions
Long Island Workplace Law Breakfast Series: Misconduct Matters: Conducting Workplace Investigations and Responding to Misconduct
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Long Island Workplace Law Breakfast Series: Performance Puzzles: Managing Challenging Employees
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Long Island Workplace Law Breakfast Series EAST END: Signed, Sealed, Compliant: The Power of Proper Employment Documentation
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Long Island Workplace Law Breakfast Series: Signed, Sealed, Compliant: The Power of Proper Employment Documentation
The firm is an accredited provider of HRCI and SHRM.Registration and Breakfast | 8:00—8:30 a.m.Program | 8:30—10:00 a.m.
NAWL Privacy & Cybersecurity Affinity Group: Cyber Insurance Basics
National Association of Women Lawyers (NAWL) Privacy &U Cybersecurity Affinity group presents a virtual event Cyber Insurance Basics.Join us or a conversation between Mary Costigan, Principal at Jackson Lewis P.C and Andrea McKay, Focus Group Leader of the Small Business Cyber & Tech claims team at the Beazley Group. Andrea will share her expertise and insight on the role of cyber insurance, coverage basics, the claims process, and the rising risks related to cybersecurity and AI.All are welcome.Free for NAWL Members.
2025 ACC Annual Meeting: 2025 Employment Law Update: What You Need to Know
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2025 ACC Annual Meeting: Million Dollar Mistakes: Safeguarding Confidential Information and Enforcing Restrictive Covenants
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Littler Lounge: OOTO – Government Edition (What a Shutdown Means for the Workplace)
Littler Lounge: OOTO – Government Edition (What a Shutdown Means for the Workplace)
What happens when Washington hangs up the “Be Right Back” sign? In this episode, Claire Deason and Nicole LeFave welcome Jim Paretti, co-chair of Littler’s Workplace Policy Institute, to break down how a federal government shutdown has