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California often finds itself at the forefront of labor and employment law, with changes affecting employers each year. This year is no different. In 2025, employers can expect a variety of impactful changes to the...more
A bill introduced in the California legislature this session aims to prevent employers from posting job notices for positions that don’t actually exist – a growing trend referred to as “ghost” job postings. If you’re not...more
California lawmakers introduced numerous bills early in the 2025 legislative session that could affect California employment law in significant ways. Although it is too soon to predict which bills, if any, will advance, the...more
It was once considered impolite to discuss salary in the workplace. Now, thanks to shifting workplace standards and social media, open conversations about pay have become the norm worldwide. Employees frequently share their...more
The federal government made headlines last week by rolling back a slew of workplace obligations, but employers should be prepared for heightened requirements at the state and local level. Indeed, blue states are expected to...more
New pay transparency requirements took effect January 1, 2025, in Illinois. Under amendments to the Illinois Equal Pay Act of 2003 (the Act), employers must now include in any job posting for covered roles the...more
Earlier this year, Massachusetts enacted a new law entitled an Act Relative to Salary Range Transparency (the “Act”). Under the Act, employers must disclose certain salary and wage information in job postings and...more
In January 2024, the Federal Acquisition Regulatory Council (FAR Council) proposed a rule that would One year later on January 8, 2025, the FAR Council has withdrawn their proposed rule....more
As 2025 begins, multistate employers should be aware of several states where employers will now be required to include salary ranges in job postings. In 2025, new pay transparency laws will take effect in five states:...more
In 2024, Canada saw significant legislative and case law developments in labour and employment law. This Insight provides an overview of notable developments and links to our more detailed articles and commentary....more
Effective as of January 8, 2025, the FAR Council has withdrawn a proposed rule that would have limited federal contractors from seeking and considering information about job applicants’ compensation history and required...more
The Ontario government recently announced January 1, 2026, as the effective date for the new pay transparency requirements in relation to publicly advertised job postings under the Ontario Employment Standards Act, 2000 (the...more
In 2016, the city of Los Angeles passed the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO). Preempting California’s Fair Chance Act (FCA) by nearly two years, the FCIHO prohibits private employers operating in the city...more
As the new year approaches, several critical legislative changes in employment law will take effect on January 1, 2025, unless specified otherwise. California employers face a dynamic regulatory landscape in 2025, with...more
Beginning January 1, 2025, Illinois employers with 15 or more employees will be required to comply with new pay transparency requirements under an amendment to the Illinois Equal Pay Act. We will be exploring the requirements...more
The new pay transparency requirements under the Illinois Equal Pay Act apply to all employers with 15 or more employees. This figure includes all employees, full- or part-time, within or outside of Illinois....more
Imagine this scenario: a hiring manager has been grappling with the challenge of finding a more effective way to screen candidates for open positions within their company. They've spent endless hours poring over resumes,...more
This week, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and the Illinois attorney general announced a settlement with Grubhub Inc. to resolve allegations that the company engaged in an array of unfair and deceptive practices that...more
On November 18, 2024, New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy signed into law, Senate Bill 2310, making it the eleventh state to enact a pay transparency law. On June 1, 2025, when the new law goes into effect, certain New Jersey...more
As we wrap up 2024, here is a review of some of the changes to California employment law that will continue to affect employers in 2025. Legislative Changes...more
On January 1, 2025, amendments to the Illinois Equal Pay Act will add Illinois to the list of states requiring employers to align with pay transparency and promotion posting requirements. Most employers in Illinois will be...more
California recently enacted a new law which generally prohibits employers from including statements in job advertisements, postings, applications, or other materials that an applicant must have a driver's license....more
As we move into 2025, California continues its trend of enacting progressive and comprehensive labor and employment laws. The new legislative updates span a range of critical issues, including whistleblowing, discrimination,...more
Beginning January 1, important amendments to the Illinois Equal Pay Act will go into effect. Established in 2003, the Act aims to eliminate gender-based discrimination and ensure that employees are compensated equally for the...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