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- 24 Nashville Black leaders to know in 2024, from board rooms and pulpits to classrooms February 6, 2024Joycelyn Stevenson is profiled by The Tennessean as one of 24 Black leaders making a difference in Nashville. The Tennessean View jQuery(document).ready(function($) { if ...
- Joshua Henderson and Christopher Patrick Author âCalifornia Updates Pay Data Reporting Requirements for 2024â February 5, 2024Joshua Henderson and Christopher Patrick Author âCalifornia Updates Pay Data Reporting Requirements for 2024,â published by SHRM. jQuery(document).ready(function($) { if ( $.fn.waypoint ) { $("#facebook-after-56061").waypoint( function() { $("#facebook-after-56061").sharrre({ ...
- DOL Contractor Rule Critics Aim For Familiar Judge’s Review February 4, 2024In a case that centers around the DOLâs a new independent contractor rule, Michael Lotito said if the Fifth Circuit ...
- Workers Poised to Score Benefits as DOL Rule Creates âEmployeesâ February 4, 2024Alexander MacDonald says its very difficult to classify a worker as an independent contractor for one purpose, but an employee ...
- 5 Things to Know About the Independent Contractor Rule February 4, 2024Michael R. Gotzler talks about best practices for businesses that partner with staffing agencies. XpertHR View jQuery(document).ready(function($) { if ( $.fn.waypoint ) { $("#facebook-after-55991").waypoint( function() ...
- Justin Barnes Discusses the Challenges of Enforcing Wage Protections for Domestic Workers February 1, 2024Justin Barnes discusses the wage protection framework for domestic, or live-in, employees and considers how “residing” in a household impacts the ...
- Michael Neifach Discusses Challenges of U.S. Border Security and Immigration System February 1, 2024Michael Neifach discusses the complexities of the U.S. immigration system and factors such as asylum policies and government resources in âOne ...
- FordHarrison Announces Attorneys Selected to Serve as 2024 LCLD Fellow and Pathfinder February 1, 2024FordHarrison LLP, one of the countryâs largest management-side labor and employment law firms, is pleased to announce that Nicole Falcey has been ...
- David Jata Discuses the Use of Generative AI in the Legal Industry January 30, 2024David Jata discusses concerns among some lawyers about AIâs language processing capabilities and underscores the need for human oversight for quality ...
- Union Rates Down Slightly In 2023, BLS Data Shows January 30, 2024Responding to data showing that union membership declined in 2023, Michael Lotito says the labor movement will need to confront ...
- Minnesota Paid Sick and Safe Leave Law Part of Growing Trend January 30, 2024Holly M. Robbins says employers can expect to see more paid sick and safe leave laws in the future and ...
- Kristen Marola Joins Jackson Lewis as Chief Talent Officer January 29, 2024Nationwide employment law firm Jackson Lewis P.C. is pleased to announce Kristen Marola has joined the firm as chief talent officer. Kristen ...
- Tia Martarella Discusses Minors Health Access to Gender-Affirming Care January 29, 2024Tia Martarella discusses the decision that employers face regarding the provision of healthcare coverage for minorsâ gender-affirming care, as well as ...
- Joshua Henderson and Sean Paisan Author âCalifornia Employers Must Post Summary of Work-Related Injuriesâ January 29, 2024Joshua Henderson and Sean Paisan author âCalifornia Employers Must Post Summary of Work-Related Injuries,â published by SHRM. jQuery(document).ready(function($) { if ( $.fn.waypoint ) { $("#facebook-after-55793").waypoint( function() { $("#facebook-after-55793").sharrre({ ...
- Adams & Gaines Featured in “Best of HRLaws” Newsletter January 29, 2024Mark Adams, a partner in the Labor & Employment Practice Group, and Madison Gaines, an associate in the Labor & ...
- Former National Labor Relations Board Member Joins FordHarrison January 29, 2024FordHarrison LLP, one of the countryâs largest management-side labor and employment law firms, is pleased to announce that Dennis M. Devaney joined ...
- Jennifer Shaw on âThe Afternoon News With Kitty OâNealâ to Discuss the New Workplace Violence Prevention Plan Law January 25, 2024Jennifer Shaw appeared on âThe Afternoon News with Kitty OâNealâ to discuss a new law that requires covered California employers ...
- Super Lawyers Honors 4 Goldberg Segalla Illinois Attorneys January 25, 2024Four attorneys in Goldberg Segallaâs Chicago office have been recognized among the 2024 Illinois Super Lawyers and Super Lawyers âRising Stars.â jQuery(document).ready(function($) { if ( $.fn.waypoint ...
- “How To Win More Money for Terminated Executives,” Law360 January 25, 2024New York City attorney Stephen Zweig contributed the Expert Analysis piece, âHow To Win More Money for Terminated Executives,â to Law360. The ...
- Craig Thorstenson Listed among 2024 Illinois Super Lawyers January 25, 2024FordHarrison LLP, one of the countryâs largest management-side labor and employment law firms, is pleased to announce that Craig R. Thorstenson, ...
- Littler Elects Five New Members to 2024 Board of Directors January 25, 2024(January 24, 2024) â Littler, the worldâs largest employment and labor law practice representing management, has elected five new members ...
- California’s Mandatory Arbitration Ban Is Permanently Halted January 25, 2024Alexander MacDonald explains when California employersâ employment agreements are subject to state law and AB 51 may apply. XpertHR View jQuery(document).ready(function($) { if ( ...
- 4 Ways Future Chevron Decision May Affect Wage Landscape January 25, 2024Laurent Badoux says the forthcoming U.S. Supreme Court ruling on the Chevron doctrine could either strengthen the rulemaking process or ...
- Setting limits on employeesâ hot-button social media posts January 25, 2024Philip Berkowitz says the at-will employment doctrine in the U.S. allows employers to terminate employment or rescind an offer if ...
- Joy Chin Discusses Recent Court Order Mandating DOLâs Release of EEO-1 Reports January 24, 2024Joy Chin discusses the recent requirement of EEO-1 disclosures by the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) and the implications of the ...
- Emily Borna Discusses the Push for Greater Fair-Chance Hiring Laws January 24, 2024Emily Borna discusses approaches to remove employment barriers for individuals with criminal backgrounds and the EEOCâs guidance to handling such situations ...
- Jeffrey Brecher Discusses the Use of Offers of Judgment in Wage and Hour Cases January 24, 2024jQuery(document).ready(function($) { if ( $.fn.waypoint ) { $("#facebook-after-55653").waypoint( function() { $("#facebook-after-55653").sharrre({ share: { facebook: true }, urlCurl: ...
- Courtney Malveaux Discusses the Supreme Courtâs Upcoming Decision on the Chevron Doctrine January 22, 2024Courtney Malveaux discusses how the possible overturning of the Chevron doctrine will alter the tone of lawsuits challenging wage and hour ...
- Michelle Phillips Discusses LGBTQ+ Workplace Discrimination in New York State January 22, 2024Michelle Phillips discusses the ongoing presence of gender identity bias against New York employees and assesses proposed measures to address and ...
- FordHarrison Accolades & Additions: Fourth Quarter 2023 January 22, 2024FordHarrison Awarded 2024 “Best Law Firms” Tier 1 Rankings by U.S. News â Best Lawyers jQuery(document).ready(function($) { if ( $.fn.waypoint ) { $("#facebook-after-55566").waypoint( ...
- Businesses Seek Speedy Legal Fight Over New DOL Gig Worker Rule January 21, 2024Michael Lotito provides insight into why business groups are opposed to the US Department of Laborâs latest independent contractor rule. Bloomberg ...
- Deference Deterrence: Will U.S. Supreme Court Let the Bureaucrats Keep Running Wild? January 21, 2024Michael Lotito explains why overturning the âChevron Deferenceâ would be an important step in limiting the power of the âadministrative ...
- Artificial intelligence risks dominate Davos discussions January 21, 2024Deborah Margolis, Jan-Ove Becker and Stephan Swinkels discuss AIâs impact on the global economy and the workforce. International Employment Lawyer View (Subscription ...
- Jones Walker Elects Four New Partners and Strong Board Leadership January 18, 2024Jones Walker LLP is pleased to announce the firm has elected four new partners and reelected Lauren Mastio and Chad Theriot to its board ...
- Many Companies Doubling Down on DEI Despite Backlash January 18, 2024Jeanine Conley Daves and Kate Mrkonich Wilson say they are seeing many employers maintainâor even double down onâtheir commitment to ...
- Political backlash, lawsuits fail to deter US firms from diversity goals January 18, 2024Jeanine Conley Daves, Kate Mrkonich Wilson and Erin Webber say that despite legal challenges and the Supreme Court decision against ...
- Massachusetts Revises Guidance on Paid Family and Medical Leave January 18, 2024Ellen Donovan McCann, Alice Kokodis and Jim Paretti explain the Massachusetts Department of Family and Medical Leaveâs new, more employer-friendly ...
- The UK-US Data Bridge Protects Data Privacy January 18, 2024Kwabena Appenteng weighs in on the challenges to international data privacy regulations and data transfers and says companies should make ...
- US companies increasing diversity efforts even amid more vocal pushback, study finds January 18, 2024Jeanine Conley Daves and Erin Webber say that even in the face of backlash and legal challenges, employers are maintaining ...
- Amid DEI backlash, employers say theyâre âdoubling downâ on commitment January 18, 2024Jeanine Conley Daves and Kate Mrkonich Wilson say that even in the face of backlash and legal challenges, employers are ...
- Just-Cause Laws Could Spread After 2nd Circ. Ruling January 18, 2024Eli Freedberg weighs in on New York City’s Wrongful Discharge Law, which prevents fast food employers from firing workers without ...
- 10 people to watch in Nashville business in 2024 January 18, 2024Joycelyn Stevenson is profiled as someone who will help shape the headlines in Nashville, Tennessee, in 2024. Nashville Business Journal View (Subscription ...
- Colorado Legislative Preview: Business will play both defense and offense January 18, 2024David Gartenberg shares his opinion about business leaders being prepared for a stream of proposed regulations and how it will ...
- 7 E-Discovery Predictions For 2024 And Beyond January 18, 2024Paul Weiner, Denise Backhouse and Gretchen Marty explain how the legal and technical matters of e-discovery are prominent in lawsuits ...
- Legal Tech’s Predictions for E-Discovery in 2024 January 18, 2024Paul Weiner shares his predictions for e-discovery and AI in the workplace for 2024. Legaltech News View (Subscription required.)Â jQuery(document).ready(function($) { if ( $.fn.waypoint ...
- How HR should be thinking about noncompetes in light of potential state, federal bans January 18, 2024Shawn Matthew Clark describes why HR should tailor noncompetes agreements to certain assets. HR Brew View jQuery(document).ready(function($) { if ( $.fn.waypoint ) { $("#facebook-after-55461").waypoint( function() ...
- Legal Tech’s Predictions for the Business of Law in 2024 January 18, 2024Scott Forman gives his predictions for legal technology and data analytics tools, especially towards generative AI point solutions, in 2024. Legaltech ...
- Some AI Ethics Is âNew Wine in Old Bottlesâ: A Chat With Legalweek Speaker Niloy Ray January 18, 2024Niloy Ray discusses how the legal market can align its use of generative AI with its ethical obligations. Legaltech News View (Subscription ...
- Eric Magnus Comments on the Supreme Court’s Decision to Review the Discretion of Arbitration Cases January 17, 2024Eric Magnus comments on the impact that the Supreme Court’s decision on arbitration will have when considering the Eleventh Circuitâs precedent ...
- Maynard Nexsen Welcomes 2023 Class of New Associates January 17, 2024jQuery(document).ready(function($) { if ( $.fn.waypoint ) { $("#facebook-after-55436").waypoint( function() { $("#facebook-after-55436").sharrre({ share: { facebook: true }, urlCurl: ...