The new year has brought with it new legislation in New Jersey that warrants close scrutiny by hotel owners and operators alike. Introduced as Bill A-6246, which was signed by Governor Phil Murphy on January 18, 2022, upon a
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Uber Delivers Cannabis in Canada – Let’s Hash Out the Opportunities for Food Delivery and Cannabis in the U.S.
It was widely reported in November 2021 that Uber would be entering the Canadian cannabis industry via its Uber Eats platform. This, of course, has led to speculation that Uber Eats could begin delivering cannabis in states in which adult-use
New York City Enacts Law to Regulate the Use of Automated Hiring Tools
On December 11, 2021, New York City enacted Local Law Int. 1894-A. The law, which takes effect on January 1, 2023, limits an employer’s ability to use “automated employment decision tools” in hiring and promotion decisions within New York
New York Will Soon Require Employers to Notify Employees in Writing About Phone, Email, and Internet Monitoring
On November 8, 2021, Governor Hochul signed a bill into law that requires private New York employers to provide written notice to employees before monitoring their telephone, email, and internet access or usage. This law goes into effect on May
New York City Employers Will Soon Need to Disclose Salary Ranges on Job Postings
On December 15, 2021, the New York City Council passed a bill (Int. 1208-B) that requires New York City employers with four or more employees (including independent contractors) to disclose minimum and maximum salary information in job postings.
New York Department of Labor Offers Some Clarity on Employer Obligations Concerning New York HERO Act Workplace Safety Committees
On December 22, 2021, the New York State Department of Labor (“NYDOL”) issued long-awaited proposed rules regarding the establishment and administration of workplace safety committees under the New York State Health and Essential Rights Act (“HERO Act”).
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New Chapter 11 Filing – BH Cosmetics
On Friday, January 14, 2022, BH Cosmetics Holdings LLC, a beauty brand based in North Hollywood, California filed a petition for chapter 11 relief in the Bankruptcy Court for the District of Delaware (Lead Case No. 22-10050. BH Cosmetics specializes
SCOTUS Blocks OSHA Vaccine and Testing Mandates, Leaves in Place Similar Requirements for Healthcare Workers Nationwide
The United States Supreme Court yesterday blocked the Biden administration‘s enforcement of a requirement that employees at large businesses be vaccinated against COVID-19 or undergo weekly testing and wear a mask.
How did we get here?
The Occupational Safety and
New Chapter 11 Filing – American Eagle Delaware Holding Company LLC.
On January 14, 2021, American Eagle Delaware Holding Company LLC d/b/a Eagle Senior Living, owners of 15 independent living, assisted living and memory care facilities in seven states, along with its subsidiaries filed a petition for relief under Chapter 11
New Chapter 11 Filing – Seadrill New Finance Limited
On January 11, 2021, Seadrill New Finance Limited (“NSNCo”), issuer of Seadrill secured notes due 2025, and several affiliates filed a petition for relief under Chapter 11 of the Bankruptcy Code in the Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of