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Liquidated Damages Now Unavailable in Certain New and Pending Payroll Frequency Lawsuits

Posted: May 21, 2025 | Ford Harrison Category: New York - Wage & Hour

Many New York employers facing substantial liability arising from class actions alleging pay frequency violations of New York Labor Law Section 198 now have relief. Governor Hochul recently signed into law as part of a budget bill an amendment to the Labor Law that effectively eliminates the availability of liquidated damages against most employers that failed to pay their manual workers on a weekly basis.

North Carolina Bill Would Expand Workplace Violence Prevention Act

Posted: May 20, 2025 | Ogletree Deakins Category: North Carolina - General

North Carolina’s Senate Bill (SB) 484, sponsored by Senators Timothy Moffitt, Warren Daniel, and Danny Britt, would amend the Workplace Violence Prevention Act by allowing employers to seek restraining orders against “mass picketing” that blocks access to businesses and public roads.

Basics of Lactation Accommodation in the Golden State

Posted: May 20, 2025 | Jackson Lewis Category: California - General

California and federal laws require lactation accommodations for breastfeeding employees. The federal lactation accommodation law called the PUMP Act has many of the same requirements as the state law, however there are some details of state law that California employers should take note of.

Here are the key points employers

Florida Legislature Passes Expansive New Noncompete Bill, Awaiting Governor’s Signature

Posted: May 20, 2025 | Ford Harrison Category: Florida - Restrictive Covenants

On April 24, 2025, the Florida Legislature passed the Florida Contracts Honoring Opportunity, Investment, Confidentiality, and Economic Growth (CHOICE) Act, significantly expanding the enforceability of noncompete laws in the state. Although Governor DeSantis has not signed the bill into law, it is expected that he will soon, and the law will be effective July 1, 2025.

No Such Thing as “Workers’ Compensation” Leave

Posted: May 20, 2025 | Shaw Law Group, PC Category: California - Workers' Compensation

California’s public policy favors the workers’ compensation system as the preferred means to remedy employees’ work-related injuries. The system is based on the “compensation bargain,” under which employees give up the right to sue for

Missouri’s Paid Sick Leave and Portions of the Minimum Wage Increase Repealed

Posted: May 19, 2025 | Jackson Lewis Category: Missouri - Wage & Hour

On May 14, 2025, the Missouri Senate passed a bill (HB 567) repealing the paid sick leave requirement along with a portion of the minimum wage increase included in Proposition A, which voters approved on November 5, 2024.  Passage required Missouri employers to allow employees to accrue, and use paid

New Kansas Law Will Presume Nonsolicitation Agreements Enforceable

Posted: May 19, 2025 | Ogletree Deakins Category: Kansas

Kansas Governor Laura Kelly recently signed a bill into law that deems certain nonsolicitation agreements with business owners and employees to be presumptively enforceable and not a restraint on trade. While generally consistent with existing Kansas case law, the legislation comes as many states are moving to limit or ban

Cal/OSHA Announces Discussion Drafts for Revised Wildfire Smoke Protection and Heat Illness Prevention Standards

Posted: May 18, 2025 | Ogletree Deakins Category: California - Cal/OSHA

On Friday, May 9, 2025, the California Division of Occupational Safety and Health (Cal/OSHA) announced discussion drafts for the wildfire smoke regulation, as well as the indoor heat and outdoor heat regulations. The drafts were posted online and provide for substantial changes to both regulations. Future advisory committees will be

Rising Temperatures Bring New Obligations for Maryland Employers

Posted: May 18, 2025 | Ogletree Deakins Category: Maryland

Maryland employers are facing the first summer under a heat-related illness prevention standard issued by Maryland Occupational Safety and Health (MOSH). MOSH joins several other Democratic-led Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) state-plan states, such as California, Nevada, Oregon, and Washington, that have promulgated similar standards in recent years.

Washington Governor Signs State’s ‘Mini-WARN Act’: Notice Required for Site Closings and Mass Reductions in Force

Posted: May 18, 2025 | Ogletree Deakins Category: Washington State - General

On May 13, 2025, Washington Governor Bob Ferguson signed a bill into law that will require employers with fifty or more full-time employees to notify the state, any union, and affected employers of a business site closing or mass reduction in force (RIF).

Missouri Legislature Passes Bill to Repeal Earned Paid Sick Time Law

Posted: May 18, 2025 | Ogletree Deakins Category: Missouri - Wage & Hour

On May 14, 2025, the Missouri General Assembly passed House Bill (HB) 567, which would repeal the Missouri paid sick time statute and eliminate Missouri employers’ obligation to provide earned paid sick time to all Missouri employees.

Minneapolis, Minnesota Amends its Anti-discrimination Ordinance

Posted: May 18, 2025 | Littler Category: Minnesota - General Tags: Minneapolis

Minneapolis, Minnesota Amends its Anti-discrimination Ordinance

On May 12, 2025, the city of Minneapolis enacted extensive amendments to its existing antidiscrimination ordinance, including expanding definitions relating to protected characteristics and accommodations. The ordinance applies to employers of all sizes within Minneapolis, any employer that hires an employee whose services will

What California Employers Need to Know About Wage Deductions

Posted: May 15, 2025 | Jackson Lewis Category: California - Wage & Hour

It is important for employers in California to understand what is permitted for wage deductions to maintain compliance and avoid potential pitfalls.

Understanding Cleveland’s New Pay Transparency and Compensation History Law: What Employers Need to Know

Posted: May 15, 2025 | Jackson Lewis Category: Ohio Tags: Cleveland

Starting October 27, 2025, employers in Cleveland will need to adjust their hiring practices to align with the city’s newly enacted pay transparency and compensation history law. On April 30, 2025, Cleveland passed legislation mandating that employers disclose salary ranges and scales in job advertisements. Additionally, the law prohibits employers

Cleveland’s Pay Transparency and Compensation History Law: Breaking Down the New Employer Requirements

Posted: May 15, 2025 | Jackson Lewis Category: Ohio Tags: Cleveland

TakeawaysThe new law goes into effect on 10.27.25. It requires employers to include salary ranges and scales when advertising job openings and bars them from inquiring about applicants’ compensation history.The law applies to private employers that employ at least 15 people within the city.Employers should review their practices and start preparing for the new requirements now.Related link

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