On December 8, 2025, the Justices heard oral argument in Trump v. Slaughter (No. 25-332). The Supreme Court plans to decide (1) whether the statutory removal protections for independent, multi-member federal agencies violate the separation of powers (and, if so,
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Trump v. Barbara / Trump v. Washington
The Supreme Court granted review of President Trump’s Executive Order No. 14160, addressing the application of birthright citizenship. The grant follows—and has drawn heightened attention because of—the Court’s earlier decision staying a lower
2025-2026 Minnesota Labor and Employment Law Update: Key Wage, Leave, Pay Transparency, and Workplace Compliance Changes for Employers
Takeaways
- Minimum wage increases at the state, Minneapolis, and St. Paul levels will require multi-jurisdictional employers to reassess payroll practices.
- New rules on meal and rest breaks significantly expand employee protections and reduce employer flexibility.
- Paid Family and Medical Leave
2025 IP Update and Year in Review: Navigating Right to Repair and What It Means for Brands in a Changing Aftermarket
Right to repair laws are giving consumers and independent repair shops greater access to parts and information. While these laws benefit consumers, they also create challenges for original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and authorized suppliers, raising concerns about safety, privacy, and
2026 Michigan Labor and Employment Law Update: Wage Increases, Sick Leave, Contract Limits, and Key Legislative Risks for Employers
Takeaways
- Michigan employers face steadily rising minimum wages, the phase-out of the tip credit, and temporary tax relief on tips and overtime through 2028.
- A Michigan Supreme Court decision reshapes how courts evaluate shortened limitations periods in employment agreements, putting
January 1 for Michigan Cannabis: A New Year, A New Headache
Takeaways
- Michigan’s new 24% wholesale cannabis tax is in effect on January 1; however, Treasury’s last-minute guidance raises significant compliance, pricing, and litigation risks for licensees.
- Treasury’s use of a blanket “average wholesale price” based on assumed markups—not actual transaction
2026 Washington, D.C., Labor & Employment Law Updates: Minimum Wage, Living Wage, and Non-Compete Changes Employers Must Know
Key Takeaways for D.C. Employers
- Verify compliance with the new $17.95 minimum wage effective July 1, 2025.
- For government contractors and assistance recipients, ensure workers are paid at least the living wage rate tied to CPI adjustments.
- Review non-compete agreements
2025–2026 Federal Labor & Employment Law Update: EEOC and DOJ Signal Heightened Scrutiny of DEI Programs
Takeaways
- DEI programs that involve quotas, restrict participation, or employ diversity-based selection criteria face heightened legal risk.
- Employers may need to revisit DEI training content to avoid claims of discrimination or hostile work environments.
- Proactive compliance reviews in 2025 can
Grant Alerts
Notable Business Cases the Court Granted Last Month.
Supreme Court Weighs Extent of President’s Authority to Impose Tariffs During Proclaimed National Emergencies
On November 5, 2025, the Supreme Court heard oral argument in Learning Resources v. Trump, consolidated with Trump v. VOS Selections (consolidated as No. 24-1287) to consider whether the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) authorizes the President to impose