Labor Days
Arbitration Face Off between California and the Federal Government leaves California employers in Limbo
AB 3080, a bill inspired by the #MeToo movement that would bar employers from inserting binding arbitration clauses into contracts as a condition of employment, passed the California State Assembly on May 31, 2018. The…
Technology Ahead of Laws and Regulations – Or Is It?
For decades, technological innovation has changed our world at a rapid pace. Across industries and departments, businesses have a plethora of new and exciting technology and tools they can utilize to deliver products…
The New Jersey Paid Sick Leave Law is Here
(This blog post was updated 5/2/2018 to reflect changes in the law that was enacted.) On March 26th, the New Jersey Assembly passed legislation that requires employers in New Jersey to provide earned sick leave to…
“Times Up” for New York Employers - Governor Cuomo Signs Historic Anti-Harassment Legislation
On April 12, 2018, New York Governor Andrew Cuomo signed into law the New York State budget bill, which makes some big changes in the obligations of New York employers relative to sexual harassment. The new law has…
Employee Benefits Implications of the Bipartisan Budget Act
The Bipartisan Budget Act of 2018 (“Act”) was signed into law on February 9, 2018. It includes certain provisions impacting employee benefits, 401(k) plans in particular. The following is a brief description of some…