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5 Cases General Counsel Should Watch In 2024

Jim Paretti weighs in on the NLRB’s latest effort to broaden the joint employer rule.

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4 Questions The Justices' Bias Ruling Leaves To Lower Courts

Alyesha Asghar discusses the potential impact for employers after the Supreme Court’s decision regarding Title VII in Muldrow v. St Louis.

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Virginia’s 2024 Legislative Session Sees Few Employment Bills Passed and Record Vetoes

  • The Virginia General Assembly and Governor Glenn Youngkin enacted several bills taking effect on July 1, 2024, to (1) clarify the scope and administrative requirements of the Virginia Human Rights Act, (2) clarify the scope of employee protections and employer rights related to the use of cannabis oil, and (3) create an optional poster describing benefits and services for veterans.




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How CEOs Can Address Politics In The Workplace Ahead Of The 2024 Election

Bradford J. Kelley and Michael J. Lotito discuss key steps to consider when business leaders work with their teams and HR departments to develop political speech policies and enforcement strategies.

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4 Ways To Prepare For New Calif. Pay Transparency Duties

Denise Visconti offers tips to help employers navigate California’s SB 1162, which will require employers to disclose median and mean hourly rates and pay information on contractors, starting in May 2023.

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4 W&H Questions As We Enter Pandemic's 4th Year

Claire Deason weighs in on whether employers are obligated to pay for remote employees' commutes into work, business expenses and paid sick time.

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How Connecticut Employers Can Be Ready for Legislation that Became Effective January 1, 2024

With 2023 in the rearview mirror, Connecticut employers may want to confirm they have implemented the necessary changes to address legislative developments that became effective January 1, 2024.

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Littler Named “Law Firm of the Year” and Earns Tier 1 Rankings on U.S. News – Best Lawyers® 2022 “Best Law Firms” List

(November 4, 2021) – Littler, the world’s largest employment and labor law practice representing management, has been named “Law Firm of the Year” in the category of Labor Law – Management on the 2022 U.S. News – Best Lawyers® “Best Law Firms” list. The firm also earned “National Tier 1” rankings for the 12th consecutive year in the following practice areas:




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DOL Issues Guidance on Use of Cryptocurrency in 401(k) Plans

On March 10, 2022, the Department of Labor issued guidance on the use of cryptocurrency in plans governed by ERISA.  The announcement applies to cryptocurrencies as well as digital assets, which include “tokens,” “coins,” “crypto assets” and any derivates thereof.




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Littler Earns “Law Firm of the Year” and Receives Tier 1 Rankings on U.S. News – Best Lawyers® 2023 “Best Law Firms” List

(November 3, 2022) – Littler, the world’s largest employment and labor law practice representing management, has earned “Law Firm of the Year” status in the category of Employment Law – Management on the 2023 U.S. News – Best Lawyers® “Best Law Firms” list. The firm also received “National Tier 1” rankings for the 13th consecutive year in the following practice areas:




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Federal Court Dismisses Case Alleging Breach of ERISA Fiduciary Duties in 401(k) Class Action

Fiduciaries of retirement plans continue to be plagued by class actions brought under the Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA) challenging their fiduciary management of investment options and participant fees. A recent federal court decision, however, shows that fiduciaries of ERISA retirement plans may be able to attack and defeat complaints alleging breaches of ERISA fiduciary duties at the pleading stage if the right arguments are made and if certain fact patterns are present. 




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Littler Recognized as “Law Firm of the Year” and Earns Tier 1 Rankings in the 2024 Edition of Best Lawyers® “Best Law Firms®” List

Littler, the world’s largest employment and labor law practice representing management, was named “Law Firm of the Year” for Labor Law - Management in the 14th edition of Best Law Firms®, ranked by Best Lawyers®. The firm also earned “National Tier 1” rankings for the 14th consecutive year in the following practice areas:




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Revised Poster Requirement in Massachusetts Starting September 16, 2024

The Massachusetts Department of Industrial Accidents (DIA) has published a revised workers’ compensation Notice to Employees, which Massachusetts employers should use starting September 16, 2024.




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Puerto Rico Secretary of Labor Clarifies the Application of Act No. 27-2024

On September 10, 2024, the Puerto Rico Secretary of Labor issued an Opinion (No. 2024-02) to clarify and provide additional information about the application of Act No. 27-2024, known as the "Act to Facilitate the Implementation of Remote Work in the Private Sector and to Incentivize the Establishment of Airline Bases in Puerto Rico.” Act No. 27-2024 exempts from certain employment law coverage domiciled and non-domiciled employees working remotely from Puerto Rico for out-of-state employers with no business nexus to Puerto Rico, and certain unionized airline employees.  




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California Health Care Employers Must Implement California Health Care Minimum Wage Raise By October 16, 2024

Last fall, California enacted Senate Bill 525, which substantially raises the base minimum wage for health care workers over time to $25 per hour.  The first incremental increase above the general state minimum wage was scheduled to occur on June 1, 2024.  However, there were several delays and amendments to the law due to its impact on the California budget.  After the last delay in late June, health care employers did not have a clear answer t




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The ADA Turns 34: The Intersection of Technology, AI, and Individuals with Disabilities

On July 26, 1990, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) was signed into law. On the recent 34th anniversary of the ADA, U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) General Counsel Karla Gilbride and U.S.




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The ADA turns 34: The intersection of technology, AI, and individuals with disabilities

Bradford J. Kelley and Sean O'Brien discuss how, on the 34th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission and Justice Department emphasize their commitment to ensuring that emerging technologies and AI comply with ADA standards.

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2024 Southern California Breakfast Briefing Series - Fresno




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The 2024 Littler Executive Employer® Conference




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Violence Prevention Plans, Hybrid Work Woes, Valuing Veterans, and Other Employment Challenges for 2024




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2024 Conferencia Anual de Littler México - Ciudad de México




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Walnut Creek Fall 2024 Breakfast Briefing




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IMS Insights Podcast: Episode 24 - Helene Wasserman on The Impact of Mentors

Helene Wasserman shares her view on how mentorships can positively impact career paths.

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Another Unexpected Surprise for International Assignees: Section 457A (No, Not 409A!) of the U.S. Tax Code

By now, most lawyers advising international companies on compensation packages for expatriates that include deferred compensation are familiar with section 409A of the United States Internal Revenue Code ("US tax code" or "Code").