As 2025 approaches, employers in Oregon, Washington, and California must prepare for several updates in employment laws. Here’s a concise overview of the most impactful changes that take effect on January 1, 2025:
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World of Employment, published by Stoel Rives LLP, focuses on employment law topics relevant to employers and HR professionals. The blog covers state and federal employment regulations, compliance with wage and hour laws, paid leave programs, and employer obligations under various labor statutes. It addresses issues such as credentialing and verification in healthcare employment, impacts of federal government shutdowns on employment practices, and requirements for federal contractors including affirmative action and reporting obligations. The blog provides guidance on navigating complex employment challenges, regulatory updates, and practical considerations for managing workforce policies and legal risks.
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NLRB waters down management rights in latest union-friendly Board decision, but potential Republican Board majority in early 2025 may turn the tide toward employers
By Ryan Kunkel & Adam Belzberg
Since 2019, employers have relied heavily on the management rights clauses in collective bargaining agreements to make unilateral workplace changes involving operational decisions. They did so with the protection of the “contract coverage” standard established by the National Labor Relations…
Federal Court Grants Preliminary Injunction to Stop OFCCP Enforcement Action
By Sean Gay & Brent Hamilton
On October 30, 2024, a Texas federal court issued a preliminary injunction to halt an enforcement action by the Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) against ABM Industry Groups, LLC, a federal contractor. This case, while directly impacting only…
Navigating the Changing Landscape of Non-Compete Agreements: What Employers Need to Know
The recent federal court ruling that struck down the Federal Trade Commission’s (FTC) rule banning non-compete agreements has given employers some relief, but it doesn’t mean non-competes are no longer under scrutiny. While the ruling prevents the FTC’s proposed ban…
Federal Court strikes down FTC rule that would have banned non-competition agreements starting September 4
On Tuesday, August 20, a federal judge in Texas shot down the Federal Trade Commission’s rule banning noncompete agreements (“the Rule”) that was set to take effect September 4. This means that the FTC cannot enforce the Rule. As a…
Navigating the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act – What Employers Need to Know
The Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA) requires employers to provide reasonable accommodations to pregnant workers and protects workers from discrimination and retaliation for seeking accommodations. The PWFA has been in effect since June 27, 2023, and the EEOC issued a…
What to Know About Recent Non-Compete and Salary Basis Changes in Light of Expected Legal Challenges
Two administrative agencies within the federal government have been busy lately publishing new rules that govern important aspects of employers’ relationships with their employees. Read more below for further updates.
DOL Rolls Out Final Rule Increasing Minimum Salary For Exempt…
Employers Face June 1 Deadline to Inform Employees Whose Approved OFLA Leave Is Affected by Recent OFLA Amendments
As we previously advised, under Oregon Senate Bill 1515 (“SB 1515”) effective July 1, 2024, most of the Oregon Family Leave Act (“OFLA”)—including leave for the employee’s or a family member’s serious health condition—will sunset. (Pregnancy disability, sick child,…
Federal Contractors – Reminder to Certify Affirmative Action Programs
Federal contractors and subcontractors must certify the status of their Affirmative Action Programs (AAPs) to the Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) by July 1, 2024.
Who Must Certify?
The certification requirement applies to all federal supply and service…
What Would a 32-Hour Workweek Look Like?
A few weeks ago, Vermont Senator Bernie Sanders announced a bill to implement a 32-hour workweek. While such a law is a long way from becoming a reality, it does raise interesting questions concerning exactly what a 32-hour workweek would…