The Sixth Circuit’s recent decision in Bruce v. Adams & Reese, LLP (No. 25-5210) provides critical guidance on the application of the Ending Forced Arbitration of Sexual Assault and Sexual Harassment Act of 2021 (EFAA). This case clarifies the pleading
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Flip-Flop: Feds Announce a Final Rule on Joint Employer Status and a Proposed Rule on Independent Contractor Status
Takeaways
- The National Labor Relations Board has reinstated its 2020 joint employer standard, requiring substantial direct and immediate control over essential terms and conditions of employment to establish joint employer status.
- The U.S. Department of Labor has proposed rescinding its
Michigan Court of Appeals Reminds Employers of the Importance of Carefully Drafting Employment Agreements and Onboarding Documents
Takeaways
- Employers that include unambiguous contractual language regarding integration and modification in employment agreements must ensure that the agreement contains all relevant terms and conditions of employment.
- Careless drafting or inconsistent onboarding documents can eliminate otherwise enforceable employer protections.
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DEI in the Crosshairs: EEOC Enforcement and Texas AG Scrutiny Signal Heightened Risk for Employers
On February 18, 2026, the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) filed a lawsuit against Coca-Cola Beverages Northeast, Inc., alleging sex discrimination under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. The suit centers on an employer-sponsored event held
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
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
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
2026 Illinois Employment Law Update: New Compliance Obligations on AI, Leave, Pay, and Workplace Agreements
Takeaways
- New amendments significantly restrict how employers draft employment, separation, and settlement agreements.
- Expanded leave laws require immediate policy and handbook updates.
- New AI restrictions directly impact recruiting, hiring, and other employment decisions, with notice and anti-discrimination requirements.
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New 2026 California Employment Laws: How Businesses Can Protect Themselves
The 2026 statutes enacted by the legislature that impact employment are fewer in number than in prior years. Still, California employers need to be aware that the new 2026 employment laws focus on strengthening existing laws to further expand employee