Worldwide: Contract of Employment

New Jersey has activated its employer separation reporting portal, requiring businesses to report every employee departure within seven days through the state's Division of Unemployment Insurance system. The mandate applies to all separations—layoffs, terminations, resignations, and retirements—regardless of whether the former employee files for unemployment benefits. Employers must now navigate new compliance obligations including portal registration, timely data submission, and internal proces

California's statewide minimum wage is set to rise to $17.40 per hour on January 1, 2027, triggering corresponding increases in exempt employee salary thresholds and highlighting the need for employers to review compliance across multiple wage requirements. The inflation-based adjustment will raise the minimum annual salary for exempt employees to $72,384, while numerous local jurisdictions maintain even higher rates. Employers must navigate a complex landscape of state, local, and industry-specific wage re

The U.S. Supreme Court's landmark decision in Trump v. Slaughter fundamentally reshapes presidential authority over independent federal agencies, while the NLRB navigates significant policy shifts regarding noncompete agreements and union financial reporting. These developments signal a transformative period for labor law enforcement and agency independence that will impact employers, unions, and workers nationwide.