California Employers: The California legislature passed the “No Robo Bosses” bill late Friday night, which restricts AI use in employment. Specifically, the bill regulates “automated decision systems” and requires that employers provide written notice that such a system is in
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States Continue to Narrow Employer Use of Non‑Compete Agreements
As you may recall, in April 2024 the Federal Trade Commission (“FTC”) attempted to implement a nationwide rule that would ban almost all non-compete agreements. In August 2024, a federal district court in Texas set aside the rule, holding that…
Washington Requires Wage and Benefits Disclosure in Job Postings
WA Employers: As you may be aware, Washington employers with 15 or more employees (whether or not in Washington provided that one employee works in Washington) must disclose the wage scale, salary range, and benefits information in all Washington job…
States Restrict Confidentiality Provisions in Sexual Harassment Settlements
Many states have passed legislation that prohibits employers from requiring their employees to enter into agreements that contain confidentiality provisions that would prevent those employees from disclosing sexual harassment, sexual assault or other similar improper conduct occurring in the workplace.…
Sixth Circuit Limits Employer Liability for Third‑Party Harassment Claims
Employers in Michigan, Ohio, Kentucky and Tennessee take note:
Earlier this month, the Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals held that an employer can only be found liable for third-party harassment under Title VII if the employer intended for the harassment…
Courts Revisit Use of Forfeitures in 401(k) Plans
Litigation regarding a 401(k) plan’s use of forfeitures continues, but this time some good news to report.
Earlier this week, a district court dismissed, with prejudice, a plaintiff’s proposed class action against Honeywell International Inc. dealing with its use of…
Third Circuit Addresses Employer Liability in Walker v. Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority
The Third Circuit Court of Appeal’s recent decision in Walker v. Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority is a good reminder for employers about some critical nuts and bolts of the Family and Medical Leave Act:
In its opinion, the Court emphasized…
Texas Enacts Law Defining Sex for Employment‑Related Policies
Texas recently enacted a law, HB 229, which provides in part that every person “is one of two sexes, male or female.”
This law, which unless enjoined by a court is scheduled to take effect September 1, 2025, is expected…
New Hampshire Requires Unpaid Leave for Childbirth‑Related Needs
New Hampshire Employers: Beginning January 1, 2026, New Hampshire businesses with 20+ employees will be required to provide up to 25 hours of unpaid leave to employees for childbirth related needs.
Covered reasons for leave include attending childbirth and postpartum…
Colorado Amends Wage Claim Act With New Employer Obligations
Colorado Employers: The Colorado Wage Claim Act was recently amended with several new provisions.
Changes include:
- personal liability for wage violations for business owners who own or control more than 25% of the business
- limits on wage deductions that reduce
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