SB 303, signed into law on October 1, amends the California Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA), adding Cal. Gov. Code 12940.2.
Articles Discussing Labor And Employment Law In All Fifty Us States And Puerto Rico.
PR Act 100 Discrimination Claims: Puerto Rico SC Confirms Compulsory Arbitration
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Pay Attention or Pay Up: A Costly Lesson in New Jersey Paid Sick Leave Noncompliance
On January 28, 2026, the New Jersey Superior Court, Appellate Division, issued a landmark decision in Cano and Bonelli v. County Concrete Corp.—a case that marks the first published appellate interpretation of New Jersey’s Earned Sick Leave Law (ESLL).
A $100 Million Wake-Up Call for California Employers: Lessons from the Liberty Mutual Age Discrimination Verdict
A $100 million verdict does not happen by accident. It happens when jurors believe an employer ignored warning signs, dismissed employee complaints, and treated a long-tenured worker as disposable. That is the real lesson from the
NJ’s New Disparate Impact Rules Reinforce Employers’ Need for Antidiscrimination Vigilance
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California Workplace Know Your Rights Notice Requirement Is in Effect
California Workplace Know Your Rights Notice Requirement Is in Effect
California’s Workplace – Know Your Rights Act (SB 294), requires employers to provide employees with annual written notice of key workplace rights. The law seeks to “equip California workers with knowledge of their rights that they can also use to
Washington State Seeks Input on New Excavation, Trenching, and Shoring Work Plan Rules
Washington’s Division of Occupational Safety and Health (DOSH) is moving to make changes to its excavation, trenching, and shoring standard, and they want to hear from employers. On February 10-12, 2026, Washington’s State Department of Labor & Industries will hold public hearings on DOSH’s proposal to amend Chapter 296-155-655 WAC,
Preparing for New York City’s New Pay Data Reporting Requirements: Key Compliance Insights for Employers
New York City has enacted two major pay data reporting laws that require large private employers (200+ NYC employees) to submit annual, detailed compensation reports.
Maine Will Launch PFML Benefits in May 2026
Maine’s paid family and medical leave (PFML) program will begin paying benefits on May 1, 2026. Employers with at least one employee in Maine began making contributions to the PFML fund in January 2025 through employee payroll deductions and employer contributions. On January 20, 2026, the Maine Paid Family and
Employment Law Trends to Watch This Year Workplace Wake-Up with Jen Shaw
Employment law risk doesn’t stand still—especially in California. In this episode, Jen discusses the key trends, enforcement priorities, and litigation risks…
Are You Up to Date in 2026? Key Developments in New York Employment Law
This past year, New York lawmakers once again implemented new laws and imposed new legal obligations on employers. Employers should ensure they are aware of and comply with these new legal developments.
New Jersey Employers Take Note: Recent Legislative Amendments Expand Employee Leave Protections
During the last days of his administration, former Governor Phil Murphy signed legislation amending multiple New Jersey leave laws and extending job-protected leave to thousands more workers.
What California Employers Should Know About SB 294 and Immigration
California’s “Workplace Know Your Rights Act,” SB 294, introduces significant new requirements for California employers beginning Feb. 1, 2026, with important implications for immigration‑related enforcement and employee rights. The law is intended to ensure that all employees, including immigrant workers, are informed of their protections during workplace interactions with immigration authorities and law enforcement. Key… Continue Reading
Maine Enacts Law Requiring Employers to Notify Employees About Surveillance Tools
On January 11, 2026, Maine enacted a law (House Paper (H.P.) 25 / Legislative Document (L.D.) 61) prohibiting employers from using surveillance tools without first informing job applicants and employees. The new law, which took effect immediately, is part of a growing trend of states restricting employers’ ability to monitor
New Jersey Dramatically Expands Job-Protected Family Leave and Benefits
New Jersey Dramatically Expands Job-Protected Family Leave and Benefits
On July 17, 2026, amendments to the New Jersey Family Leave Act (NJFLA) and the laws administering New Jersey Temporary Disability Insurance (TDI) and Family Leave Insurance (FLI) benefits will take effect, expanding employer and employee coverage under the NJFLA and