Labor and Employment

Navigating State-Federal Tensions in Labor Regulation: California’s AB 288 Expands PERB Authority

Learn how California’s AB 288 reshapes labor regulation by empowering the state Public Employee Relations Board (PERB) to act when the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) is stalled, testing the limits of federal preemption.

Scrutiny Deepens Around DEI Initiatives as DOJ Expands Investigations

Read how the DOJ’s investigations into public entities’ DEI initiatives offer private employers a preview of how enforcement may evolve under the current administration.

Managing Risk Around Expression in the Workplace

As social media blurs the lines between personal and professional, employers face increasing risks associated with political expression in the workplace.

California Appellate Decision Expands Harassment Liability

Discover how a California appellate decision on harassment liability redefines employer responsibility when HR mishandles off-site misconduct complaints.

Arbitration and Class Action Waivers Held Unenforceable in Washington

Learn why arbitration and class action waivers in Washington wage cases face steep legal challenges, and what employers must consider after the Geodis ruling.

Court Denies Summary Judgment in Lactating Mother’s Reasonable Accommodation Case

Discover why a federal court rejected summary judgment in a “reasonable accommodation” dispute involving lactation needs at a major airport.

Can Employees Still Challenge Noncompetes After the FTC Drops its Appeals?

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has dropped its appeals on noncompetes. Learn about the future of employee challenges.

Starbucks Dress Code Dispute Sparks Multi-state Legal Claims

Discover why changes in the Starbucks dress code have prompted lawsuits over reimbursement obligations in Illinois, California, and Colorado.

Managing Generational Differences in the Workplace: From Stereotypes to Success

Managing generational differences in the workplace can be a real challenge. Learn strategies to navigate interactions effectively.

Jamy Sullivan Discusses Legal Salary Trends From Robert Half’s Latest Research

Delve into the latest legal salary trends to emerge from the Robert Half 2026 Salary Guide in this exclusive interview with the head of the legal practice.