Minnesota Governor Tim Waltz signed legislation amending the state’s Earned Sick and Safe Time (ESST) law, on May 24, 2024, nearly six months after the statute took effect. Although all of the amendments are important, the top changes are outlined here.

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Gina K. Janeiro is office managing principal of the Minneapolis, Minnesota, office of Jackson Lewis P.C. Gina practices in all aspects of employment law and advises and represents clients in the areas of discrimination and harassment, disability management, employment contracts, wage and hour…

Gina K. Janeiro is office managing principal of the Minneapolis, Minnesota, office of Jackson Lewis P.C. Gina practices in all aspects of employment law and advises and represents clients in the areas of discrimination and harassment, disability management, employment contracts, wage and hour compliance, commission claims, noncompetition litigation, drug testing law, defamation, whistleblower and in closely-held corporation and partnership disputes.

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Elaine (Lainey) Luthens is an associate in the Minneapolis, Minnesota, office of Jackson Lewis P.C. Her practice focuses on representing employers in workplace legal matters, including preventive advice and counseling, as well as drafting employment-related policies and contracts.

She has represented employers on…

Elaine (Lainey) Luthens is an associate in the Minneapolis, Minnesota, office of Jackson Lewis P.C. Her practice focuses on representing employers in workplace legal matters, including preventive advice and counseling, as well as drafting employment-related policies and contracts.

She has represented employers on a wide range of employment-related disputes, such as claims for discrimination, harassment, retaliation, wage loss, and breach of contract, in state and federal court and before federal, state, and local agencies.

Photo of Kaylyn R. Stanek Kaylyn R. Stanek

Kaylyn Stanek is an associate in the Minneapolis, Minnesota, office of Jackson Lewis P.C. She represents management in employment litigation and advises clients on all aspects of the employer-employee relationship. Her goal with every client is to provide practical and straightforward advice.