On December 5, 2025, the Supreme Court of the United States granted review in a case that will determine the constitutionality of President Donald Trump’s executive order on birthright citizenship.
Archives for December 9, 2025
Rethinking Work On International Day Of Persons With Disabilities
Every December 3rd, the world observes the International Day of Persons with Disabilities to advance the rights, dignity, and inclusion of disabled people.
Why Working Parents Are Reaching A Breaking Point Over Childcare
Childcare costs are rising, care slots are disappearing, and parents are being pushed to the brink. Here’s why childcare has become a workforce issue, not a personal one.
Jennifer Schwartz, Robert Capobianco and Adriana Midence Spotlighted for Securing $6M Verdict Upholding Enforceability of Non-Competes
Jennifer Schwartz, Robert Capobianco and Adriana Midence are spotlighted for their courtroom victory in a non-compete case, highlighting Jackson Lewis’ depth of experience in trade secrets and restrictive covenant litigation in “$6 Million Verdict Dispels ‘Misconception’ About Non-Compete Agreements, Winning Attorney Says,” published by Daily Business Review. Subscription may be required to view article
5 questions (and answers) about employee handbooks for 2026
5 questions (and answers) about employee handbooks for 2026
Joycelyn Stevenson shares the top five handbook questions she receives from clients this time of year.
HR Dive
mfelling@littler.com Tue, 12/09/2025 – 16:05
State laws regulating AI take effect in the new year. Here’s what HR needs to know.
State laws regulating AI take effect in the new year. Here’s what HR needs to know.
Given the AI legal patchwork, Niloy Ray advises employers “to comply with the HCF or highest common factor when setting up their AI disclosure, risk-assessment, opt-out, appeal and record-retention processes.”
HR Dive
mfelling@littler.com Tue, 12/09/2025
New Jersey Enacts Broader Prohibitions on ‘Captive Audience’ Meetings
On September 3, 2025, Governor Phil Murphy signed Assembly Bill No. 4429 (A4429), which amends the state’s “captive audience” law by expanding the restrictions on employer-mandated communications and meetings concerning political matters to cover an employee’s decision to join or support a labor organization or association.
European employers risk €35 million by overlooking AI compliance
European employers risk €35 million by overlooking AI compliance
Deborah Margolis and Dennis Veldhuizen discuss Littler’s 2025 European Employer Survey and EU employers’ state of preparedness for the EU AI Act.
HR Executive
mfelling@littler.com Tue, 12/09/2025 – 15:51
New EEOC Guidance Aligns with DOL’s H-1B ‘Project Firewall,’ Stresses Foreign Worker Preferences Can Be a Form of ‘National Origin’ Discrimination
Top Five Labor Law Developments for November 2025
The U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit held that Congress may not constitutionally restrict the president’s ability to remove members of the National Labor Relations Board without cause. Wilcox v. Trump, et al., No. 25-5057 (D.C. Cir. Dec. 5, 2025).
State Department Announces Expanded Screening and Vetting of H-1B and H-4 Visa Applications
Starting December 15, 2025, the U.S. Department of State will expand its online presence review to include all H-1B and dependent H-4 visa applicants. As part of the expansion, announced by the State Department on December 3, 2025, H-1B and H-4 visa applicants must make their social media profiles public
The remote work penalty that hurts women
New data reveals women who work from home are far less likely to be promoted, while men’s careers continue to climb.
Developing Your Emotional Intelligence For That Executive Role In 2026
Emotional Intelligence (EQ) is now a core qualification for the C-suite. Here’s how to develop it with intention and get that promotion.
Amy L. Peck, Katrin U. Schatz and Mary T. Costigan Named 2026 Lexology Client Choice Award Winners
NEW YORK, NY (December 9, 2025) — Nationwide employment law firm Jackon Lewis P.C. is pleased to announce that Lexology has named Amy L. Peck, Katrin “Kathy” U.
Why Rule Breakers Are The Leaders Of The Future
Discover why rule breakers like Shelley Zalis and Ruth Porat are redefining leadership, embracing risk, and building inclusive, future-ready workplaces.