Zero-tolerance marijuana policies are not unlawful in Illinois, a federal district court has determined, providing greater clarity for employers. In late 2019, Illinois amended its marijuana law, the Cannabis Regulation and...more
With just days remaining in the legislative session, Minnesota lawmakers remain on track to legalize recreational marijuana, significantly modify the state’s drug-testing law, and limit employers’ rights to prohibit employee...more
5/17/2023
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Decriminalization of Marijuana ,
Drug Testing ,
Employee Rights ,
Employer Liability Issues ,
Employment Policies ,
Labor Reform ,
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State and Local Government ,
State Labor Laws ,
Workplace Safety
In a move that surprised even some lawmakers who passed the bill, Minnesota recently became the latest state to legalize some form of marijuana for recreational use. As of July 1, 2022, Minnesotans who are at least 21 years...more
The Minnesota Supreme Court recently reaffirmed the Minnesota attorney general’s broad power to investigate Wage Theft Act and alleged pay practice violations....more
1/10/2022
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Employer Liability Issues ,
Investigations ,
Labor Law Violations ,
Labor Regulations ,
Lack of Authority ,
MN Supreme Court ,
Scope of Authority ,
State Attorneys General ,
Unpaid Wages ,
Wage and Hour ,
Wage Theft
In two opinions filed on June 25, 2021, the Iowa Supreme Court clarified the state’s complex employee drug-testing requirements. The opinions shed light on key issues, such as safety-sensitive designations, notice...more
Dear Littler: We’re a nationwide employer excited that many of the pandemic-related restrictions are starting to ease up. In pre-COVID times, summer was always our busiest season. ...more
6/3/2021
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Employer Liability Issues ,
Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) ,
Foreign Workers ,
Form I-9 ,
Hiring & Firing ,
Internships ,
Rest and Meal Break ,
Seasonal Workers ,
Wage and Hour ,
Work Permits