Labor and Employment

Court Allows Non-Medical Evidence in Medical Leave Claim Case

October 4, 2024

Read about the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals’ decision, which allowed an employer to use non-medical evidence to challenge a medical leave claim under the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA).

Do Chief Compliance Officers Need Law Degrees?

September 30, 2024

The view that chief compliance officers need law degrees can overshadow the diverse skills and experiences that are critical for the role.

Court Rules Facebook Post Was Unlawful Retaliation Under the FLSA

September 23, 2024

Learn why an employer’s social media posts- even true ones- can constitute unlawful retaliation against a former employee under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).

A Shortage Of Cybersecurity Professionals Results In Cuts

September 18, 2024

Learn why a shortage of cybersecurity professionals is pushing organizations to adopt AI and human-focused strategies to defend against growing threats.

New Financial Incentives For Whistleblowers

September 11, 2024

Discover why new financial incentives for whistleblowers may call for enhanced internal investigation procedures to handle a flood of allegations.

Can Salary Be a Surrogate for FLSA Overtime Exemptions?

September 11, 2024

 Understand why salary as a stand-in for Fair Labor Standards AUnderstand why salary as a stand-in for FLSA overtime exemptions (executive, administrative, or professional) could split the US Supreme Court.

Breaking Up is Hard to Do: How to Minimize Risk in Employee Termination

August 28, 2024

Learn how to pursue a risk-averse employee termination and avoid the usual pitfalls.

Eighth Circuit Says EFAA Claim Filed Before Its Enactment Still Applies

August 23, 2024

Learn about a landmark ruling confirming EFAA claim coverage even if it arose before the law’s enactment, setting a precedent for similar cases across the US.

Third Circuit Title VII Ruling Extends the EEOC’s 90-Day Filing Period

August 23, 2024

Discover why this Title VII ruling, which found certain triggering events weren’t sufficient to start the 90-day filing period, is a warning to employers.

Michigan Supreme Court Reinstates Earned Sick Time Act, More Labor-Friendly Wage

August 23, 2024

Read more about the Michigan Supreme Court ruling reinstating the Earned Sick Time Act provisions applying to all employers and part-time and temporary workers.

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