Labor Days
Illinois Amends Workplace Transparency Act, Broadening Employee Protections, Effective January 1, 2026
The Illinois Workplace Transparency Act (“IWTA” or “Act”) provides protections to employees and non-employee contractors and consultants who enter into employment agreements, settlement agreements and termination…
California’s AB 288: A New Era of State Labor Enforcement and Legal Uncertainty
For a number of months, the National Labor Relations Board (“NLRB”) has been in flux, operating without a quorum, and thus, unable to hand down decisions. In the absence of an NLRB quorum, the California legislature…
What to Do If ICE Comes to Your Workplace?
With the return of more aggressive immigration policies under the administration of President Trump, now is a critical time for employers to ensure they are in compliance with immigration laws and have taken steps to…
Increased Immigration Enforcement: Employers Beware and Prepare for I-9 Audits
On January 20, 2025, on his first day in office, President Trump issued several sweeping executive orders intended to advance his immigration agenda. These measures will undoubtedly lead to an increase in immigration…
HIPAA Privacy Rule Revisions Address Reproductive Protected Health Information
The Department of Health and Human Services (the “HHS”) recently issued a final rule (the “Final Rule”) amending the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (“HIPAA”) Privacy Rule. Among other things, the…