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How to Appeal an NYPD Psychological DisqualificationAs an NYPD disqualification appeals lawyer with more than 21 years of experience, Kevin Sheerin has helped many candidates who failed their
In a significant ruling for employers, the California Court of Appeal has validated the use of “prospective” meal period waivers, allowing workers to voluntarily waive their meal breaks in advance, under certain conditions. The case, Bradsbery v. Vicar Operating, Inc.,
The Dole Act recently amended and expanded employment protections afforded veterans by the Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA). Read more about amendments to USERRA’s anti-retaliation provisions, potential remedies, and more here: Increased Workplace Protections for Veterans: Dole
When several downtown Toronto Sushi Shop locations suddenly shut down in March, without any warning to staff or franchisees, employees were left in the dark, wondering about their employment rights. At Union Station, workers arrived to find the doors locked
On April 1, 2025, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit issued an important decision in Pickens v. Hamilton-Ryker IT Solutions, LLC regarding what it means to be paid on a “weekly basis” for purposes of the salary-basis
With nearly two-thirds of U.S. companies mandating formal return-to-work policies, employers may face challenges in enforcing RTO practices. Multinational employers should be aware of five key considerations and practical solutions to avoid potential roadblocks.
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The article focuses on the skills gap in Minnesota, which is the disparity between the skills required by employers and those possessed by job seekers. It highlights the challenges faced by various sectors, particularly healthcare, technology, and manufacturing, due to
Minnesota’s Job Training Initiatives are a series of programs designed to enhance workforce skills and improve employment opportunities across the state. Key components include the Minnesota Job Skills Partnership, Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) programs, and the Pathways to
On January 21, 2025, President Trump issued Executive Order 14173, titled “Ending Illegal Discrimination and Restoring Merit-Based Opportunity” (“EO 14173”), which, among other things, revoked Executive Order 11246 (“EO 11246”), a 60-year-old Civil Rights-era directive that prohibited federal contractors