In a recent SHRM article, Michael Neifach provides insights into the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Mississippi's decision to block the Department of Labor’s rule granting organizing protections to H-2A farmworkers. This marks a significant development in immigration and labor law, expanding earlier rulings that limited enforcement to certain states. https://lnkd.in/gJzVsHsq
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Helping employers mitigate workplace law risk and cultivate high-functioning, engaged, stable and diverse workforces.
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Focused on labor and employment law since 1958, Jackson Lewis P.C.’s 1,000+ attorneys located in major cities nationwide consistently identify and respond to new ways workplace law intersects business. We help employers develop proactive strategies, strong policies and business-oriented solutions to cultivate high-functioning workforces that are engaged, stable and diverse, and share our clients' goals to emphasize inclusivity and respect for the contribution of every employee.
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Co-Leader of Jackson Lewis' Immigration group Otieno Ombok spoke with Forbes about the Department of Labor's decision to move its initiative to modernize the Schedule A occupation list to the long-term agenda. This delay impacts the potential benefits of streamlining the labor certification process for high-skilled foreign workers. Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/g2ztYDfN
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The U.S. Department of Labor has issued a final rule restoring the pre-2021 version of the dual jobs regulation for tipped employees, following a Fifth Circuit ruling that invalidated recent revisions. Employers who rely on tip credits for their workers should review their compliance with federal and state law, particularly regarding the boundaries between tipped and non-tipped work. Justin Barnes, jeffrey brecher and Eric Magnus provide additional details regarding these developments and its implications for employers in the article below. https://lnkd.in/gQAdJNCM
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Employers in Cook County, Illinois, are now required to comply with significant amendments to the Paid Leave Ordinance, which took effect immediately. These updates include a unique rule requiring paid leave to continue accruing while it is being used, a mandate for employers to maintain and distribute a comprehensive written paid leave policy and clarified requirements to notify remote employees of their rights. Alison B. Crane, Sarah Gasperini and Oliver Page provide a detailed breakdown of these changes in the article below. https://lnkd.in/gmZ-MECN
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In their latest blog, Susan Corcoran and Ryan Soscia, Esq. explore recent guidance from the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, which highlights potential Fair Credit Reporting Act compliance concerns related to the use of AI tools and decision-making software in hiring, promotions and performance evaluations. Discover what employers need to know about data sources, vendor intent and legal considerations: https://lnkd.in/g7C-EmWy
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As generative AI becomes more integrated into the workplace, employers must take proactive steps to develop clear and comprehensive AI policies. In a recent Law360 article, Eric Felsberg and Douglas Klein outline important considerations for creating effective AI policies and emphasize the need for employers to verify AI outputs to prevent errors and mitigate liability. Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/g3sz2Vvy
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On November 15, 2024, the Nevada Division of Industrial Relations implemented new heat illness regulations for employers with more than 10 employees. Key requirements include a job hazard analysis, written safety plans, employee training and emergency response protocols for heat exposure. Jackson Lewis attorneys Sierra Vierra and Adrienne Wood discuss compliance with these new requirements in SHRM. https://lnkd.in/g5dh7h5Q
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As outlined in new FAQs released by the New York State Department of Labor, all private-sector employers in New York must provide eligible employees with 20 hours of paid prenatal leave starting January 1, 2025. In a recent SHRM article, Richard Greenberg, Daniel Jacobs, Henry S. Shapiro and Christopher Valentino outline key considerations for employers to ensure compliance with the new law. Read the full article to ensure your business is ready: https://lnkd.in/ga8DU3Xx
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Co-Leader of Jackson Lewis’ Immigration group Amy Peck is featured in a recent SHRM article discussing the USCIS' new 540-day automatic EAD extension rule, effective January 13, 2025. Amy highlights the eligibility requirements and advises applicants to file renewals before January 20, 2025, to avoid disruptions in work authorization. https://lnkd.in/gZ_n_SeU
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Minnesota's Paid Leave Division has published final proposed rules and updated FAQs for the state's paid leave law, effective January 1, 2026. These updates clarify key aspects like reporting requirements, benefit calculations and leave certifications. In their latest blog, Gina K. Janeiro, Elaine Luthens and Kaylyn Stanek break down what employers need to know to comply with the changes. https://lnkd.in/gVpYnfVg
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