Employment & Labor
Workplace law, discrimination, labor relations, and workforce regulation
Tennessee Sets New Limits on Noncompetes Effective 2026
Tennessee's new law voids noncompete agreements for many workers, effective July 2026, reshaping employment contracts and legal strategy for employers and counsel.
ICE Crackdown on OPT Fraud Puts Employers on High Alert
ICE has identified over 10,000 OPT fraud cases, triggering stricter enforcement and a DHS review of the program. Employers must prepare for increased compliance scrutiny.
Nebraska Outlaws Noncompete Clauses for Healthcare Staffing Agencies
Nebraska passed a law banning noncompete clauses and employment fees for healthcare staffing agencies, signaling new requirements for staffing firms and hospitals by July 2027.
Supreme Court to Hear Landmark Sex Discrimination Case in 2026
The U.S. Supreme Court will hear a pivotal sex discrimination case about whether school employees can sue under Title IX, potentially reshaping workplace protections.
Virginia, Maine, Delaware Expand Pay Transparency, Ban Salary History
Virginia, Maine, and Delaware have enacted laws requiring pay range disclosure and banning salary history checks in hiring, raising compliance stakes for multistate employers.
DOL Rescinds 2024 Overtime Rule, Reinstates 2019 Salary Threshold
The Department of Labor has rescinded the 2024 overtime rule, reverting to the 2019 salary threshold for white-collar exemptions. Employers must adjust compliance strategies.
Supreme Court to Clarify Title IX Protections for University Employees
The U.S. Supreme Court will decide if university employees can bring sex discrimination claims under Title IX, clarifying protections for staff nationwide.
EEOC Moves to Rescind EEO Reporting Rules in Major Compliance Shakeup
The EEOC proposed on May 14, 2026, to rescind longstanding federal EEO reporting rules, signaling major compliance changes for employers nationwide.
HRW Pushes ILO for Global Gig Worker Protections Ahead of June Treaty Talks
Human Rights Watch urges binding international labor protections for gig workers in a new report as ILO treaty negotiations approach, impacting global legal frameworks.
Judge Approves $50M Settlement in Black Google Workers' Bias Suit
A federal judge has approved a $50M settlement resolving discrimination claims from over 4,000 Black Google employees, spotlighting ongoing racial bias issues in the tech industry.
Virginia and Maine Set 2026 Effective Dates for Pay Transparency Laws
New pay transparency laws in Virginia and Maine take effect July 2026, bringing new compliance obligations for employers on salary disclosures and pay history.
EEOC Files Reverse Discrimination Suit Against New York Times
The EEOC alleges the New York Times denied a white male editor a promotion due to race and gender, raising questions about DEI policy limits for corporate employers.
Connecticut Approves Sweeping AI and Workforce Legislation
Connecticut passes Senate Bill 5, enacting broad AI regulations and workforce requirements that will affect employer compliance and innovation policies across the state.
Long DACA Renewal Delays Leave Dreamers, Employers in Limbo
Surging DACA renewal delays are leaving Dreamers without legal status or employment, raising legal and compliance concerns for U.S. companies and counsel.
Kentucky Case May Decide DOL’s Power to Seek Punitive Damages for FLSA Retaliation
A Kentucky federal court case could clarify if the Department of Labor can pursue punitive damages for retaliation under the Fair Labor Standards Act—an issue with major compliance implications.
OSHA Sharpens Heat Enforcement as New Standards Near
OSHA ramps up enforcement of heat hazards in 55 high-risk industries as federal heat safety rules approach implementation. Law firms and employers face changing compliance risks.
Ontario Over-50 Layoffs Trigger Tougher Severance and Legal Scrutiny
Ontario employers face stricter termination, severance, and anti-discrimination rules when laying off employees over 50. Recent legal guidance and cases raise new compliance risks.
Virginia Bans Salary History Questions, Mandates Pay Ranges in Job Listings
Virginia employers must stop asking about salary history and disclose pay ranges in job postings under new laws signed by Gov. Spanberger, effective July 1, 2026.
DOJ Can't Block Maurene Comey Lawsuit Over Political Firing, Judge Rules
A federal judge ruled DOJ cannot move Maurene Comey's wrongful termination suit to administrative court, letting her allege political bias in federal court.
Virginia Bans Most Noncompetes for Healthcare and Discharged Staff in 2026
Virginia will ban most noncompete agreements for healthcare professionals and employees fired without cause starting July 1, 2026. Employers face new compliance risks and penalties.