From labor shortages and wage competition to internal equity pressures, manufacturing employers face pay transparency issues that can quickly escalate into legal and employee relations risks. Host Laura Mitchell speaks with Emily Borna, co-leader of Jackson Lewis’ Manufacturing Industry group, about ways manufacturers can proactively audit pay practices to better manage internal expectations and reduce exposure.
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EntertainHR: What Monarch: Legacy of Monsters Teaches Employers About AI
I’m a huge fan of monster movies, especially all things Titan related. Whether it’s Godzilla stomping all over cities, King Kong beating his chest or the three-headed King Ghidorah wreaking havoc, there’s something about the mythology of this MonsterVerse that just speaks to me and my inner geek. AppleTV’s Monarch: Legacy of Monsters tells the story of the Randa family, the
DOL Unveils Proposed Rule to Remove Restrictions on Alternative Investments in 401(k) Plans
On March 30, 2026, the U.S. Department of Labor’s (DOL) Employee Benefits Security Administration (EBSA) issued a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) designed to reduce the regulatory risk if permitted investment options in 401(k) retirement plans include nontraditional investments such as private equity and cryptocurrency.
UK: Balancing Protected Beliefs
UK: Balancing Protected Beliefs
The Legal Framework: Manifestation of Belief After Higgs
In Higgs v. Farmor’s School, the Court of Appeal clarified how tribunals should analyse employer action in response to an employee’s manifestation of belief in direct discrimination cases (see our previous article here).
tgelbman@littler.com Mon, 03/30/2026 – 12:24
Belgium: (Tele-)work Performed Simultaneously Within the European Economic Area – What Changes with the Moguntia Ruling?
Belgium: (Tele-)work Performed Simultaneously Within the European Economic Area – What Changes with the Moguntia Ruling?
European rules governing the determination of the applicable social security legislation for employees performing activities in several EU Member States can be complex. The Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU) is regularly
EU Pay Transparency Directive Implementation in Ireland
The EU Pay Transparency Directive (Directive (EU) 2023/970) is one of the most significant employment law developments in recent years, reshaping how organisations across Europe approach pay, recruitment, and gender equality.
Smart Glasses at Work: Legal Risks and Tips for Retailers
Smart glasses’ remarkable ability to record audio, video, and even capture facial recognition data and leverage artificial intelligence (AI) applications for future use by the wearer or others presents significant employment law challenges for retailers everywhere.
State Department Expands ‘Online Presence Review’ for Additional Nonimmigrant Visas Effective March 30
The Department of State has announced an expansion of its 2025 visa screening and vetting process for certain nonimmigrant visas to other classifications. The new policy is scheduled to go into effect March 30, 2026. Consular officers will be broadening “online presence review” as part of adjudicating certain nonimmigrant visa applications. Groups already subject to… Continue Reading
New EO Targets Federal Contractor DEI Practices, Signals Increased Enforcement Activity
TakeawaysA new EO targets “racially discriminatory DEI activities” by federal contractors and subcontractors.The EO will require new contract certifications and FAR amendments, impose flow down obligations to subcontractors, and reporting of potential violations by subcontractors. Contractors should review their employment, contracting, program participation, and related practices for potential exposure.Related links
Policy Week in Review – March 27, 2026
Policy Week in Review – March 27, 2026
Senate Passes Partial DHS Funding Legislation; House Rejects It; DHS Shutdown Continues
tgelbman@littler.com Fri, 03/27/2026 – 15:40
Executive Order 11246 Redux: Trump’s New Executive Order on DEI Calls for Renewed Scrutiny of Government Contractors
Executive Order 11246 Redux: Trump’s New Executive Order on DEI Calls for Renewed Scrutiny of Government Contractors
On March 26, 2026, President Trump issued an executive order, Addressing DEI Discrimination by Federal Contractors.
tgelbman@littler.com Fri, 03/27/2026 – 15:30
States Challenge USDA’s Anti-DEI Funding Conditions
On March 23, 2026, a coalition of twenty U.S. states and the District of Columbia sued the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) over sweeping new USDA funding conditions that forbid vaguely defined antidiscrimination “policies,” prohibit the use of funds to “promote gender ideology,” and threaten False Claims Act liability for
Ten Global Employment Law Updates to Watch in 2026
As 2026 unfolds, employment law is undergoing significant transformation across the globe.
Beltway Buzz, March 27, 2026
The Beltway Buzz® is a weekly update summarizing labor and employment news from inside the Beltway and clarifying how what’s happening in Washington, D.C., could impact your business.
Spring at the Office in Germany: Recurring Incapacity to Work and Pollen Allergies
Every spring, seasonal allergies such as hay fever raise the same question: do recurring episodes of incapacity to work constitute new illnesses, or are they a continuation of the same underlying condition?