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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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EEOC highlights record pre-litigation recovery
This article highlights the EEOC’s record $660 million recovery in fiscal year 2025, driven largely by pre‑litigation enforcement …
Federal contractors must agree not to engage in “racially discriminatory” DEI
A new executive order requires federal contractors to certify they do not engage in racially discriminatory DEI practices, …
Washington State bans all noncompetes, voids existing agreements
Washington has enacted a near‑total ban on employee noncompete agreements. Under amendments taking effect June 30, 2027, all …
Military leave reminders: 8 things employers should be thinking about right now
A practical guide for employers on managing military leave under USERRA, highlighting key compliance risks, pay and benefits …
Major employment law changes coming to Washington State
Washington State has enacted a slate of new employment laws covering issues such as employee microchip privacy, wage-theft …
Employees stranded in the Middle East: key considerations for employers
Flight cancellations and airspace closures linked to the conflict between the US, Israel and Iran are disrupting employee …
6th circuit limits NLRB’s ability to compel union bargaining
The 6th Circuit Court of Appeals has become the first federal appeals court to reject the NLRB’s use …
NLRB memo signals shift in workplace rule enforcement
The NLRB’s General Counsel has issued new guidance signaling a more employer‑friendly approach to evaluating workplace rules, shifting …
Connecticut limits production quotas for warehouse workers
Connecticut introduces strict rules on warehouse quotas, ensuring workers receive clear expectations and protected break times.
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