Employment Law and Labour Law

A: Yes, using a uniform separation agreement may be efficient, but it can create legal exposure if not carefully tailored. Below are key considerations that will help employers ensure their separation agreements are legally compliant.

From 6 April 2026, the maximum protective award that an employment tribunal (ET) can make for a failure to comply with collective redundancy consultation obligations will double from 90 days' actual gross pay...

Foreign-headquartered companies looking to reduce their workforce in the States face a complex web of U.S. operational, regulatory and reputational risks. Jackson Lewis’ Workforce...

The government's expanding use of whistleblower reward programs represents a fundamental shift in enforcement strategy, moving from simply protecting those who report misconduct to actively paying for enforcement tips. This evolution raises critical questions about whether financial incentives distort reporting behavior, reduce transparency, and transform enforcement priorities.

Rolled-back regulations may leave you uncertain as to whether the federal government still cares about environmental wrongdoing. The passage of the Inflation Reduction Act in 2022 by the Biden administration brought more focus on climate initiatives, but the Trump administration’s subsequent repeal of some of the initiatives and regulations has created confusion.

On April 30, 2026, the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) Civil Division announced the “FOCUS” Initiative, an anti-fraud program designed to deepen the Department’s working relationship...

Virginia has enacted a broad set of employment law reforms that will significantly expand employer obligations over the next several years.

The U.S. Department of Labor has proposed a new rule establishing federal standards for determining joint employer status under the FLSA, FMLA, and MSPA.

The Second Circuit has ruled that federal courts must dismiss out-of-state plaintiffs from FLSA collective actions unless the defendant-employer is "essentially at home" in the forum state or consents to jurisdiction.

What does it take to build a culture of excellence in healthcare? Dr. Ryan Molli, founder and CEO of Whole Health Orthopedic Institute, shares his journey from rural Pennsylvania to launching his own practice...

One of the most common questions employers and foreign nationals ask is, “how long will it take to get a green card?” In true attorney fashion, the answer is: “it depends.” This simple question is frustratingly complex because there is no universal timeline or one-size-fits-all process. Some employment-based green card cases can move from start to finish in a few years, while others may take significantly longer depending on the applicant’s green card category, country of birth and immigration status.

This webinar examines critical employment law changes taking effect across California, New York, Illinois and Colorado in 2025-2026, covering wage and hour compliance, expanded leave obligations, pay transparency requirements and PAGA reforms. Employers will learn about new regulatory requirements, enforcement trends and practical compliance strategies to navigate the evolving multi-state employment law landscape.