On January 21, President Trump signed an executive order titled “Ending Illegal Discrimination and Restoring Merit-Based Opportunity” (the Order), revoking Executive Order 11246, the long-standing order that required federal...more
Connecticut, Massachusetts, and Rhode Island lawmakers were busy throughout 2024 enacting labor and employment-related legislation already impacting the workplace. Understanding these critical legal updates is essential for...more
12/16/2024
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Last week, the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Texas vacated and set aside the United States Department of Labor’s (DOL) final rule raising the minimum salary threshold for the Fair Labor Standards...more
There is no greater Halloween horror for employers than a workplace celebration that creates legal risks such as inappropriate costumes or safety hazards, among other issues. Thus, there are many considerations when planning...more
As the seasons change, so do manufacturers’ priorities. Fall is typically one of the busiest hiring periods of the calendar year, so many manufacturers are likely bracing themselves for this challenge. That said, there were...more
9/10/2024
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On July 31, 2024, Massachusetts became the latest state to pass a pay transparency law, titled the “Frances Perkins Workplace Equity Act” (the Act), joining four states and numerous municipalities that have enacted similar...more
8/21/2024
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Artificial Intelligence (AI) can greatly benefit manufacturers in the workplace. That said, it should be handled with care. States across the country are attempting to regulate the use of AI in various contexts, from...more
With many legal changes forthcoming on the national horizon, it is critical for employers to ensure that they are familiar with the new laws that were passed in 2023 and the first quarter of 2024. The following list...more
The end of the year is a great time for manufacturers to express gratitude for employees and their hard work during the year through holiday parties and events. While these gatherings can increase morale, camaraderie, and...more
As we approach election season, conversations about politics are quickly picking up across the country and in the workplace. Employers may be wondering how they can manage communications in the workplace....more
11/1/2023
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