Multinational Employers

The summer months are just around the corner—and with them comes a multitude of temporary employment arrangements. Whether working students, interns, or summer workers: for employers, hiring these groups is often economically attractive but also carries certain employment law risks that are frequently underestimated in practice. The following article provides an overview of the most important pitfalls and highlights key considerations for employers in Germany.

Denmark’s New Government – Initiatives on Business and the Labor Market After 70 days of negotiations, four parties presented the agenda for Denmark’s new government on June 2, 2026. The four parties are the Social Democrats, the Socialist People’s Party, the Social Liberal Party, and the Moderates. The government is anchored in the center‑left. tgelbman@littler.com Tue, 06/30/2026 - 08:23

The UK Crime and Policing Act 2026: An Extension of Corporate Criminal Liability When section 250 of the Crime and Policing Act 2026 (CPA 2026) comes into effect on June 29, 2026, it will significantly extend organisations’ potential exposure to corporate criminal liability. Although responsibility for compliance matters will usually fall outside the scope of most HR and employment teams, HR should be aware of this and may need to work with compliance colleagues to ensure proper implementation …

Multinational employers operating in Mexico often rely on global policies to set workplace expectations across their operations. While this approach promotes consistency, it can also create enforceability risks.

Great Britain: Updated Draft EHRC Code of Practice for Services, Public Functions and Associations The Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) laid its draft Code of Practice for services, public functions and associations (“Services Code”) before Parliament on May 21, 2026, for approval. Although it does not apply to workplace discrimination or harassment, which is governed by different provisions of the Equality Act 2010 (“EA 2010”), it may still assist employers and will be directly rele…

Labor & Employment World Cup: Austria, the Netherlands, and Missouri on Types of Leave Kickoff: Getting to Know the Austrian National Team Historically, Austria was famous for the elegant “Wunderteam” of the 1930s, which emphasized technical skill, creativity, and attacking football. Austria’s proudest FIFA World Cup moment remains its remarkable run at the 1954 World Cup in Switzerland, where it finished in third place—the best result in the nation’s history. After reaching the semifinals,…

Labor & Employment World Cup 2026: Panama and New York on the Workplace Rulebook Kickoff: Getting to Know the Panamanian National Team tgelbman@littler.com Fri, 06/26/2026 - 09:56

Looking Forward to October 2026: Next Phase of Changes under the UK Employment Rights Act 2025 The next phase of significant reforms under the UK Employment Rights Act 2025 (“ERA 2025”) is expected in August and early October 2026, which includes introducing wide-ranging trade union provisions, enhanced duties on employers to prevent sexual harassment in the workplace, and potential liability for harassment by third parties, among other changes. In this article, we set out the key changes for A…

Labor & Employment World Cup 2026: Canada and Switzerland on Working Time and Workplace Flexibility Kickoff: Getting to Know the Switzerland National Team While the Swiss national football team is not traditionally viewed among the continent’s elite football powers, Switzerland has consistently qualified for major international tournaments and is known for its ability to compete effectively against stronger opponents. It has earned a reputation as one of Europe’s most tactically organized s…

On 16 June 2026, the European Parliament voted 423-to-57 to formally amend the EU AI Act for the first time since the regulation entered into force in August 2024.

Labor & Employment World Cup 2026: Colombia v. Mexico on the Changing Workforce Kickoff: Getting to Know the Colombian National Team Colombia returns to the FIFA World Cup for the first time since 2018, carrying a sense of unfinished business that dates back more than a decade and involves a bit of heartbreak. For many supporters, the defining moment remains the 2014 World Cup in Brazil. Colombia produced one of the most memorable tournaments in its history, advancing to the quarterfinals w…

Settlement Agreements in the Netherlands and the Duty to Provide Information: Speedy Terminations Can Be Costly A settlement agreement ( vaststellingsovereenkomst ; VSO) is often an efficient way for employers to terminate an employment relationship. It may prevent involvment with the Dutch Employee Insurance Agency (UWV) or proceedings before the Subdistrict Court, but that speed also carries legal risks. An employer must provide an employee with sufficient information about the consequences o…

Labor & Employment World Cup 2026: Florida v. Brazil on Digital Privacy Kickoff: Meet Team Brazil tgelbman@littler.com Wed, 06/24/2026 - 10:17

When Incentive Plans Point Elsewhere: Ontario, Canada Court of Appeal Sends Equity Dispute to Delaware The Ontario Court of Appeal’s recent decision in Friel v. HUB International Limited , 2026 ONCA 313 illustrates how the structure and drafting of compensation arrangements can determine not only substantive rights, but also the forum in which disputes unfold. tgelbman@littler.com Wed, 06/24/2026 - 12:44

Labor & Employment World Cup 2026: A Match Up Between Ecuador and Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Kickoff: Getting to Know Ecuador’s National Team tgelbman@littler.com Mon, 06/15/2026 - 12:06

Labor & Employment World Cup 2026: Team Portugal Heads to Texas Kickoff: Getting to Know Team Portugal Portugal’s football (or soccer, for our American hosts) identity combines technique, creativity, and a deeply emotional connection between the team and its supporters. Portugal is a country that lives football intensely: we are an emotional, warm, and passionate people, who hold out hope of victory until the very end – even when the match becomes difficult or when time appears to be runnin…

Canada: Québec Announces New Regulation on Preventing Sexual Violence at Work The Québec government recently 1 approved a new Regulation respecting the measures to prevent or put a stop to sexual violence under the Act respecting occupational health and safety . The Regulation raises the bar for Québec employers, expanding their responsibilities to proactively prevent and manage sexual violence across all aspects of the workplace. It reflects a broader shift in occupational health and safety la…

Ending an employment relationship outside the United States is often more complex than doing so domestically, making mutual separation agreements (MSAs) a valuable tool for multinational employers to mitigate risks and ensure compliance with local laws.

The European Union (EU) recently reached a provisional agreement on amendments to the EU Artificial Intelligence (AI) Act that, if formally adopted, will delay the requirements for “high-risk” AI systems, including those used to make employment decisions, from taking effect on August 2, 2026, until December 2, 2027.

Labor & Employment World Cup 2026: Germany v. Canada on Works Councils and Worker Representation Kickoff: Getting to Know the German National Team Germany’s proudest World Cup moment is often considered its triumph at the 2014 FIFA World Cup in Brazil. By winning the tournament, Germany claimed its fourth world title and became the first European nation to win a World Cup in South America. The achievement was especially meaningful because it came in a region where European teams had traditi…