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    Illinois passes several new employment laws

    Illinois has passed several employment laws that take effect January 1, 2027, covering paid jury duty leave, disparate impact discrimination, emergency responder leave and biomarker privacy protections. Employers should review these changes now to understand their compliance obligations and prepare for implementation.

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IRS releases proposed regulations on qualified tips under OBBBA

The new OBBBA allows tipped employees to deduct up to $25,000 in tips. The IRS issued proposed rules …

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New H-1B Visas Will Cost $100,000

New visa petitioners will have to pay a fee of $100,000. Learn more about this latest H-1b visa …

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New York law authorizes state agency to act in NLRB’s place

Due to NLRB inaction, NY passed a law letting its state board (PERB) handle private-sector union issues. The …

Commentary and Insights

8 steps to managing ADA accommodation requests related to mental health

About 1 in every 5 employees may be experiencing mental health illness. Learn how to help your employees …

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Federal noncompete rule is dead but FTC continues enforcement

The FTC dropped its appeal of an injunction halting the noncompete ban. But it still will aggressively investigate …

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Annual paid leave entitlement: A global view

Explore the Brightmine interactive world map showing paid leave entitlements in 28 countries.

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Washington Supreme Court broadens pay transparency liability

An employer who violates Washington's pay transparency law may face increased lawsuits and damages, following a ruling by …

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Colorado delays implementation of AI discrimination law

Colorado delayed its AI bias law from February 1, 2026, to June 30, 2026, giving employers more time …

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DOL plans new rules on overtime, independent contractors and more

New DOL rules are set to reshape overtime, independent contractor and other rules, marking a new chapter under …

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