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In the May 2026 issue of Taxes The Tax Magazine®, Groom principals Elizabeth Dold and David Levine authored the article, “Trump Accounts—It Begins with the First Set of Proposed Regulations,” exploring the IRS’s first wave of proposed guidance surrounding the new “Trump Accounts” program.

Recently, the Delaware Court of Chancery held in Los Angeles City Employees’ Retirement System v. Glenn Sanford, et al. (“eXp”) that officers’ and directors’ fiduciary oversight obligations may extend to the investigation and remediation of workplace sexual misconduct and that a failure to respond adequately in good faith to such claims may constitute a breach of fiduciary duty under the Caremark doctrine.

Recent changes to the Medicare Part D creditable coverage rules could have significant implications for employers and other group health plan sponsors. In final regulations issued in April 2026...

The Department of Labor has removed the 2024 overtime exemption rule, reinstating 2019 salary thresholds and criteria for classifying employees as exempt from overtime under the Fair Labor Standards Act.

In the May 2026 issue of Taxes The Tax Magazine®, Groom principals Elizabeth Dold and David Levine authored the article, “Trump Accounts—It Begins with the First Set of Proposed Regulations,” exploring the IRS’s first wave of proposed guidance surrounding the new “Trump Accounts” program.

New Jersey has finalized regulations implementing the ABC test for worker classification, effective October 1, 2026, creating significant compliance challenges for businesses that rely on independent contractor relationships.

California employers should take note that the Cal/OSHA workplace posting titled “Safety and Health Protection on the Job” was updated in April 2026. The poster summarizes key workplace safety and health obligations...

On May 11, 2026, the Connecticut General Assembly passed Senate Bill 5, and Governor Lamont is expected to sign it into law. The law is a comprehensive online safety law with significant requirements...

The number of disputes over certain healthcare payments under the No Surprises Act dispute resolution process rose 119% in one year. Private sector plans were involved in 520,000 disputes in the second quarter...

The commercialization of space has transformed employment law from a niche concern into a critical governance issue for private space companies.

Explore comprehensive video resources covering critical workplace and legal topics, from understanding your employer's fiduciary responsibilities regarding 401(k) plans to navigating wrongful termination claims and employment discrimination. These expert-led discussions provide essential insights into protecting your rights as an employee and understanding complex legal matters affecting your career and financial security.

In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020, many employers received more religious accommodation requests than ever before, with employees citing religious beliefs in support of requests...