On December 18, 2025, President Donald Trump signed an executive order directing the attorney general to reschedule marijuana from a Schedule I to a Schedule III drug. This follows the Biden administration’s initial proposal to do so in April 2024.
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California Appellate Court Clarifies Whistleblower Protections in Equal Pay Act Case
On December 15, 2025, the California Court of Appeal, Fourth Appellate District, issued a published decision in Contreras v. Green Thumb Produce, Inc., reversing a trial court’s grant of judgment notwithstanding the verdict (JNOV) in favor of the employer defendant in a whistleblower retaliation and wrongful termination case. The decision
“Health, Legal Employers Face Unique Online Speech Hurdles.” Law360
Changes to Illinois Right to Privacy in the Workplace Act: Employment Eligibility Verification Discrepancies
Just when we thought we had covered all the changes in Illinois employment laws for 2025-2026, there is yet another change, this time to the Illinois Right to Privacy in the Workplace Act (820 ILCS 55/et seq.).
2025 Marijuana Laws And The Workplace: What Employers Must Know
4 Steps To Overcome Impostor Syndrome This Holiday Season Before 2026
Year-end reviews are supposed to celebrate progress. Instead, for many high performers, they become the moment self-doubt and therefore, imposter syndrome, hits hardest.
Michael Neifach Comments on Retailers’ Limits in Blocking Immigration Raids
Michael Neifach discusses requirements for businesses to permit law enforcement in publicly accessible areas in “How Home Depot Became the Front Line of Trump’s Immigration Raids,” published by Financial Times.Subscription may be required to view article
Social Media Vetting Expansion for Visa Applicants
Social Media Vetting Expansion for Visa Applicants
On December 15, the Department of State (DOS) announced it will expand its social media vetting requirement to additional nonimmigrant visa classifications, including H-1B, H-4 dependents, F, M, and J.
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Employment Law and Compliance Outlook
Employment Law and Compliance Outlook
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Absenteeism is on the rise in the workplace. Here’s how leaders can address it
Spring Health reports absenteeism is rising, costing employers significantly. To combat this, tracking absences and enhancing mental health support is crucial.
Jackson Lewis Spotlighted as One of the Largest Law Firms in Pennsylvania by Headcount
Jackson Lewis was named one of the largest law firms in Pennsylvani
5 Skills You Need If You Want To Earn More Without Changing Jobs
McKinsey’s “Women In The Workplace” Report Obscures What Companies Are Actually Doing To Women
Littler Lounge: Ahead of the Bill Curve – 2026 Legislative Look Ahead
Littler Lounge: Ahead of the Bill Curve – 2026 Legislative Look Ahead
As 2026 approaches, workplace regulations are shaking up the scene – and Maureen Lavery from Littler’s Knowledge Management team joins Claire Deason and Nicole LeFave to help employers stay ahead of the curve. The trio dives into new
NLRB Regains a Quorum, but Few Quick Changes Expected
NLRB Regains a Quorum, but Few Quick Changes Expected
On December 18, 2025, the U.S. Senate confirmed three nominees to the National Labor Relations Board. The nominees included James Murphy, who will now serve as Board chair, Scott Mayer, who will serve as a Board member, and Crystal Carey, who