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November 9, 2016

Marijuana Legalization Efforts Enjoy Success, Demonstrating Major Shift in Approach to Drug Regulation and Use

Marijuana Approved for Adult Use in California, Massachusetts, Nevada and Likely Maine; Four More States Adopt Medical Marijuana Rules

ASAP
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November 8, 2016

State Laws Encourage Employers to Honor Veterans

As Veterans Day approaches, we review two particular types of state statutes intended to benefit veterans: holiday leave laws, and laws allowing preferences for veterans in employment.

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November 8, 2016

DOJ and FTC Release Antitrust Guidance for HR Professionals

In 2016, in addition to knowing the ins and outs of labor and employment law, the federal government and its enforcement entities expect that you have more than a passing familiarity with antitrust law.

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November 7, 2016

Mandatory Payroll Deduction Savings Programs Are on the Rise

To help employees save for retirement, more states are passing or exploring legislation that requires employers to automatically enroll their workers in state-sponsored payroll deduction savings programs.

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November 7, 2016

Montgomery County, Maryland Sick and Safe Leave Law Amended to Permit Use for Birth, Adoption, Foster Care, and Bonding

Effective immediately, employers in Montgomery County, Maryland must allow eligible employees in the County to use up to 56 hours of paid sick and safe leave for birth, adoption, foster care, or bonding with the employee’s child.

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November 7, 2016

New York City to Pass Protections for Freelance Workers

On October 27, 2016, the New York City Council approved a bill that would establish protections for freelance workers.

WPI Report
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November 4, 2016

Workplace Policy Institute Insider Report — November 2016

The November edition turns a spotlight on recent developments in the gig economy, discusses notable state and municipal bills and ordinances that advanced in October, and highlights federal agency activity in the weeks leading up to Election Day.

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November 4, 2016

México: SHCP publica interpretaciones de la Ley Anti-Lavado con relación a la subcontratación laboral

El 21 de octubre de 2016, la Secretaría de Hacienda y Crédito Público mediante breve comunicado en su portal de internet, publicó la interpretación que se deberá aplicar al inciso b), fracción XI del artículo 17 de la Ley Anti-Lavado.

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November 4, 2016

Mexico: New Interpretation of Anti-Laundering Law Provision Regarding Outsourcing

On October 21, 2016, Mexico's Ministry of Finance and Public Credit published its interpretation of a provision under the Anti-Laundering Law that adds outsourcing to the list of activities that must be disclosed and reported to the government.

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November 1, 2016

Proposed Amendment to New York State Wage Orders Set To Substantially Raise Salary Requirements For Exempt Employees

If enacted, proposed New York Wage Orders will ultimately increase the salary requirements for exempt employees in New York State beyond even the increases under the Fair Labor Standards Act slated to go into effect on December 1, 2016.

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