In the latest chapter in a decade-long saga to determine if interstate drivers are subject to California’s meal and rest break rules, the Ninth Circuit affirmed that drivers of passenger-carrying commercial motor vehicles are not subject to the state’s break
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Federal Court Vacates $100,000 H-1B Fee
Takeaways
- A federal district court has struck down the $100,000 fee the Trump Administration imposed on certain H-1B petitions.
- The court ruling could allow affected beneficiaries of approved H-1B petitions obtain visas and travel to the U.S. without having to
Federal Court Vacates USCIS Adjudication Pause Affecting Nationals of 39 Countries
Takeaways
- A federal district court has vacated USCIS policies that paused adjudication of immigration benefit requests filed by nationals of 39 countries.
- The court ruling could allow affected adjustment of status, employment authorization, naturalization, and certain asylum-related applications to proceed.
EU Pay Transparency Rules Create Country-Specific Compliance Challenges
European Union (EU) Member States are taking uneven approaches to implementing the EU Pay Transparency Directive, creating new compliance considerations for multinational employers. Employers should assess where differing country-specific requirements may apply. Read more about four key points employers should
Understanding Employer Obligations under Chicago’s Updated Paid Leave and Paid Sick and Safe Leave Rules
Takeaways
- Chicago’s updated rules (effective 06.01.26) clarify key aspects of its Paid Leave and Paid Sick and Safe Leave Ordinance, including compliance options, certification rules, and limits on sick leave use.
- The updated rules expand and define permissible uses and
Oh, Baby! Fertility Benefits Remain a Focus for Employers and Regulators
The Departments of Labor, Treasury, and Health and Human Services (Departments) issued a proposed rule that could significantly reshape how employers offer fertility benefits. The proposal would give employers another pathway to offer fertility benefits without embedding those benefits directly
Prepare for Summer Minimum Wage Increases in Certain California Localities
At the start of the year, the state minimum wage increased, along with several local jurisdictions. Many other California cities and counties will also increase their minimum wage on July 1.
The following localities will raise their minimum wage
Jackson Lewis is Pleased to Introduce the New Jersey Workplace Law Blog!
This blog will provide timely commentary on developments in New Jersey employment and workplace law, including legislative and regulatory changes, key court decisions and evolving workplace issues. Its purpose is to offer clear, practical insights that help readers understand how
One Bite: New Jersey Court Prohibits Successive Motions for Reconsideration of a Final Order
On May 4, 2026, the New Jersey Appellate Division, in a published opinion, prohibited successive motions for reconsideration of a final order. In the case, Doglio v. Boasso Am. Corp., the trial court granted the defendant’s motion for summary judgment,
NJ Family Leave Act Changes Are Coming This July: Reminder for Employers
New Jersey employers should begin preparing for significant amendments to the New Jersey Family Leave Act (NJFLA), which are scheduled to take effect on July 17, 2026.
The amendments broaden both employer coverage and employee eligibility:
- Private employers with at