Employment Law and Labour Law

On May 21, 2026 Governor Newsom signed Executive Order N-6-26 (“EO N-6-26”) which will require state agencies to research and propose certain policies and measures to mitigate the negative impact of AI...

California Governor Gavin Newsom has issued Executive Order N-6-26, directing state agencies to assess and address artificial intelligence's impact on the labor market through comprehensive reviews and policy...

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.

Virginia has enacted comprehensive paid sick leave legislation requiring nearly all private employers and government entities to provide paid leave benefits to their employees.

The current Ebola outbreak began in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). However, it has spread to Uganda, and there is a material risk that it will spread to Southern Sudan. The outbreak may spread further, at least in Africa.

California has released its latest proposed regulatory standard to implement workplace violence prevention safety requirements for nearly all employers in the state. The proposal expands coverage, narrows exemptions, and imposes broader planning and reporting obligations, with a public comment period open through June 1, 2026. Employers with California employees face significant compliance challenges as the state moves toward finalizing the regulation by December 31, 2026.

Virginia has enacted comprehensive paid sick leave legislation requiring nearly all private employers and government entities to provide paid leave benefits to their employees.

The First Circuit Court of Appeals has clarified when performance improvement plans constitute "adverse employment actions" under discrimination law following the Supreme Court's Muldrow decision.

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement has issued updated guidance that fundamentally changes how Form I-9 violations are classified, transforming what were once correctable...

The First Circuit Court of Appeals has clarified when performance improvement plans constitute "adverse employment actions" under discrimination law following the Supreme Court's Muldrow decision.

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

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