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March 2025 Newsletter
Employment Law Bulletin
A Monthly Report On Labor Law Issues
Volume XXXXIII, Issue 3
In this issue: This newsletter covers key changes under President Trump’s administration, including new executive orders redefining sex in federal employment laws, rolling back LGBTQ+ protections, and ending affirmative action requirements for federal contractors. These shifts create uncertainty for employers regarding gender identity policies and DEI initiatives. Trump also removed NLRB and EEOC members, triggering legal disputes over agency authority. Additionally, stricter immigration policies could reduce the workforce, as new restrictions on asylum and work authorization are enforced. Employers face significant legal challenges and confusion amid these changes.
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Mark A. Waschak
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Martin H. Steckel
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May 2013 Newsletter
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May 2015 Newsletter
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May 2016 Newsletter
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May 2018 Newsletter
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May 2022 Newsletter
Employment Law Bulletin
A Monthly Report On Labor Law Issues
Volume XXXX, Issue 5
In this issue:The May 2022 newsletter covers several vital employer updates. The first article discusses the extension of the FFCRA tax credit for employers who voluntarily provide paid leave for COVID-19-related reasons. The second article highlights the DOL's announcement of a final rule that clarifies the criteria for determining independent contractor status. The third article covers proposed regulations from the IRS that would require affordability of health plans to be based on the cost of coverage for both employees and their family members. The final article explains that as of May 1, 2022, employers are no longer allowed to accept expired List B documents for Form I-9 and must update any forms completed with an expired document between May 1, 2020, and April 30, 2022, with an unexpired document by July 31, 2022.
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May 2023 Newsletter
Employment Law Bulletin
A Monthly Report On Labor Law Issues
Volume XXXXI, Issue 5
In this issue:This newsletter highlights the dangers of off-the-clock work and the legal implications for employers who fail to pay employees for unauthorized work. The newsletter also mentions the Department of Labor's requirement for federal contractors to create and maintain written affirmative action plans. We also explore a recent New York federal court ruling that applies the Ending Forced Arbitration of Sexual Assault and Sexual Harassment Act of 2021 (EFAA) very broadly, rendering an entire arbitration clause unenforceable in cases involving viably pled sexual harassment disputes. And finally, the newsletter highlights how employers who use severance agreements with broad confidentiality and non-disparagement provisions may want to consider adding disclaimers that these provisions will not be enforced in a manner to restrict employees from engaging in any rights guaranteed under the National Labor Relations Act.
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May 2024 Newsletter
Employment Law Bulletin
A Monthly Report On Labor Law Issues
Volume XXXXII, Issue 5
In this issue: Stay up-to-date on NLRB enforcement trends. This newsletter also explores recent NLRB rulings on employee rights, including discipline under overly broad work rules, employee use of social justice slogans like "Black Lives Matter" at work, and restrictions on employer rules regarding outside employment. It also analyzes a new OSHA rule allowing employee representatives during safety inspections and offers guidance for employers on how to respond.
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May 2025 Newsletter
Employment Law Bulletin
A Monthly Report On Labor Law Issues
Volume XXXXIII, Issue 5
In this issue: This newsletter addresses several pressing and evolving issues for employers, including navigating new DEI guidelines from the EEOC and DOJ that caution against discriminatory practices within diversity initiatives, particularly regarding access to opportunities and the prohibition of race-based decision-making. It also covers the complexities of handling ICE visits, emphasizing the distinction between judicial warrants and administrative forms while advising cooperation with law enforcement. Lastly, the newsletter highlights the critical role of perceived fairness in employment litigation, noting that jurors often prioritize fairness and may favor employees, urging employers to establish and consistently apply clear policies and demonstrate responsive actions to complaints to build credibility with juries.
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Media
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Minimum Wage
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National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS)
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NLRA (National Labor Relations Act)
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NLRB (National Labor Relations Board)
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Non-Compete
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November 2017 Newsletter
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November 2019 Newsletter
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November 2022 Newsletter
Employment Law Bulletin
A Monthly Report On Labor Law Issues
Volume XXXX, Issue 11
In this issue:In our latest edition, we dive into the hotly debated topic of DACA, with an in-depth analysis of the new rule announced by the administration. Discover how this rule impacts existing recipients and the ongoing legal battle surrounding the program. Additionally, we bring you exclusive coverage of the Department of Labor's proposed independent contractor rule, exploring its potential effects on worker classification and the labor market. But that's not all! We also shed light on Starbucks' bold accusations of collusion against the NLRB and its efforts to combat unionization. Brace yourself for captivating insights and updates on these crucial issues.
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