Just two months into New Jersey’s 2026 legislative session, state lawmakers are advancing a slate of bills that could have significant implications for employers, including several new employment protections related to pregnancy and lactation, in addition to expanding family and sick leave and broadening protections under the New Jersey Law
Archives for April 2, 2026
Kevin Lauri Discusses Uptick in Alternative Fee Arrangements
Kevin Lauri discusses how to deliver value to clients amid rising demand for alternative fee arrangements in “Clients’ AFA Requests Are on the Rise. But Many Revert to Hourly Billing,” published by Law.com.Subscription may be required to view article
International Employment Law Tracker—April 2026
Jackson Lewis is a founding member of L&E Global, a worldwide alliance of independent law firms providing advice and counsel on employment law matters. We are pleased to present you with recent international employment law updates for April 2026 compiled by L&E Global. Read the Edition
Amazon must negotiate with Staten Island warehouse workers, NLRB says
Amazon must negotiate with a labor union representing some 5,000 workers at a company warehouse on Staten Island, the National Labor Relations Board ruled on Wednesday.
The March 26 Executive Order Addressing DEI Discrimination by Federal Contractors & Subcontractors: What Should Companies Do Now?
On March 26, 2026, the Administration signed another executive order, Addressing DEI Discrimination by Federal Contractors, which requires the inclusion of a new contract clause in all federal contracts, subcontracts and “contract-like instruments” prohibiting contractors from engaging in “racially discriminatory DEI activities.” The new contract clause will create new obligations and require new company certifications for contractors at all levels.
4 Surprising Ways You’re Sabotaging Your Own Career Success
The moment you realize you don’t have to climb the proverbial career ladder to achieve success, your career positioning becomes more intentional—indeed, more strategic.
Canada: Minimum Wage Increases in 2026
Canada: Minimum Wage Increases in 2026
Canadian employers will see a number of minimum wage increases take effect in 2026 at both the federal and provincial/territorial levels. While most of these adjustments are tied to inflation and follow established indexation formulas, the cumulative effect may increase labour costs and compliance
Wrong About the Law…Still Protected?
California employers often assume that if an employee’s complaint is legally incorrect, it falls outside the scope of protected activity. That assumption is not only flawed—it is increasingly risky. A recent decision from the California Court
DOL Issues Guidance on Eligibility Requirements for States that Offer UI Benefits for Striking Workers
DOL Issues Guidance on Eligibility Requirements for States that Offer UI Benefits for Striking Workers
Earlier this year, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) issued a series of Questions and Answers to help states remain in compliance with federal unemployment insurance (UI) law regarding striking employees. For states that offer
Zero Tolerance in Canada: Alcoholism Is Not a Shield Against Dismissal
The Superior Court of Québec recently rendered a decision arising in the heavy vehicle transportation sector that should capture the attention of any employer maintaining a zero-tolerance policy for alcohol or drug consumption.
Major 4-day workweek study suggests that when we work 5 days we spend one doing basically nothing
News flash: Workers can get as much done in a 33-hour week as in 38 hours.
Debra Weiss Ford Named Recipient of 2026 Ry Perry HR Hero Award
PORTSMOUTH, NH (April 2, 2026) — Nationwide employment law firm Jackson Lewis P.C. is pleased to announce Debra “Deb” Weiss Ford has been named the 2026 recipient of the Ry Perry HR Hero Award.
Jones Walker Expands Tax Practice and Employee Benefits Team with Two Miami Attorneys
Jones Walker LLP announced today that two new attorneys, partner Pedro Herrera and special counsel Madison Levine, have joined the firm as members of the Tax Practice Group and employee benefits team…
International Employment — Episode 2: Global Employers’ Guide to U.S. RIF Compliance
Foreign-headquartered companies looking to reduce their workforce in the States face a complex web of U.S. operational, regulatory and reputational risks. Jackson Lewis’ Workforce Restructuring Leader Jeff Brody joins host Maya Atrakchi to provide practical guidance on WARN Act compliance, separation agreements, selection criteria, and multistate nuances to help global employers execute U.S. RIFs with confidence and care.
Ed Bastian took Delta from bankrupt to billions by putting employees first. He refuses to let AI disrupt that
Bastian’s leadership playbook includes sharing an email address publicly to gather feedback from customers and placing an emphasis on taking care of his employees.