On January 2, 2025, former President Joe Biden signed the Senator Elizabeth Dole 21st Century Veterans Healthcare and Benefits Improvement Act (Dole Act) into law. The bill was named in honor of Senator Elizabeth Dole, who has a long history of advocating for veterans and their families alongside her husband,
Archives for December 8, 2025
USCIS Announces Reduction of EAD Validity Period for Foreign Nationals in Certain Categories
USCIS has announced the reduction of the maximum validity period from five years to 18 months for employment authorization documents (EAD) for certain categories of aliens or foreign nationals beginning Dec. 5, 2025.
The change to USCIS’ Policy Manual reduces the maximum validity period for initial and renewal EADs for foreign
Holiday HR Tips
Yes, this is our second holiday post in the past few weeks. We focused the last one on parties, but there’s more to discuss! The holiday season is a welcome opportunity to recognize employees and build
The Real Reason AI Is Hurting Work—and How To Turn It Around
How AI slop and sci-fi myths are hurting workplaces around the world, plus what employees and business leaders can do to tackle these challenges
The Problem With “Nice”: How Kindness Can Complicate Leadership Workplace Wake-Up with Jen Shaw
In this episode, Jen unpacks the challenges of managing political discussions and expression in the workplace ahead of the 2026 election. Listeners will learn…
Illinois Amends the Workplace Transparency Act Effective January 1, 2026—Tips for Employers
Illinois has enacted significant amendments to the Workplace Transparency Act (WTA), effective January 1, 2026, that will materially affect employment, separation, and settlement agreements with Illinois employees, applicants, contractors, and consultants. The amendments broaden what constitutes an “unlawful employment practice,” add protections for “concerted activity,” prohibit certain unilateral agreement terms,
Scott Jang on California Joining States Addressing AI Discrimination at Work
Scott Jang comments on employer liability under California’s new regulations regarding AI-related discrimination in “AI may discriminate against you at work. Some states are making it illegal,” published by The Washington Post.Subscription may be required to view article
How To Make Your Work More Visible Without Sounding Like You’re Bragging
Discover simple ways to make your work more visible, share your impact, and stand out at review time—without feeling like you’re bragging or self-promotional.
Marvin Kaplan Discusses the NLRB Quorum Restoration
Marvin Kaplan discusses what to expect once the new NLRB members are in place and advised on how to address the backlog of cases, in “Punching In: Labor Board’s Long-Awaited Quorum Is Almost Here,” published by Bloomberg Law.
Former Assistant U.S. Attorney Aaron G. Gingrande Joins Jackson Lewis’ Boston Office
BOSTON, MA (December 8, 2025) — Nationwide employment law firm Jackson Lewis P.C. is pleased to announce Aaron G. Gingrande has joined the firm’s Boston office. Aaron comes to Jackson Lewis from the U.S. Department of Justice, where he served as an Assistant U.S.
Are You Being Rage-Baited At Work? Here’s How To Tell
Rage bait is becoming a subtle workplace tactic—provoking reactions, creating instability, and giving toxic leaders power through ambiguity and emotional manipulation.
Skills are the new hiring currency: 86% of employers say certificates—not degrees—show real job readiness
Exclusive new data finds that companies value certificates, skills, and real-world experience over traditional academic pedigrees.
New Data Shows The Surprising Payoff Of Employee Happiness
New findings reveal that employee happiness directly impacts a company’s long-term financial performance. These six factors matter most.
State Laws Aim to Reverse Baby Bust and Cut IVF Costs
As the U.S. birth rate continues to drop, a growing number of states have passed laws to improve access to fertility treatments, lessen related costs, and grant time off for employees experiencing reproductive losses. This article summarizes the recent changes in state and federal policies.
CEO says he’s started giving job candidates live feedback in the interview—and if they ‘freeze up’ or ‘get offended’ they’re ‘not fit’ for the role
Forget waiting days for feedback—one CEO delivers it live as an interview test. Experts warn the “insensitive science experiment” is becoming more common.