Insight
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August 7, 2015

Open Carry and Campus Carry: Expanded Handgun Rights in Texas in 2016 and Beyond

In its most recent session, the Texas legislature passed two bills related to handgun possession in Texas.

ASAP
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August 6, 2015

CFRA Joint Employers Beware

California employers who work closely with one or more other employers in a single business enterprise need to be aware of a significant change in a California law that could have major liability repercussions.

Insight
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August 6, 2015

Pittsburgh City Council Approves Amended Paid Sick Leave Bill

On August 3, 2015, less than one month after the introduction of the original bill, the Pittsburgh City Council passed an amended bill requiring virtually all employers within the city to provide paid sick leave.

ASAP
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August 6, 2015

Attempts to Force Votes on Employment Bills Fail in Senate

Before the Senate adjourned for the August recess, two Democratic members tried to force the chamber to agree to bring minimum wage, paid sick leave, and flexible scheduling bills to the floor for a vote in the fall.

Insight
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August 4, 2015

House Bill Would Require Public Disclosure of Company Policies to Combat Supply Chain Trafficking

New legislation would require that publicly traded companies more broadly and specifically disclose their policies and efforts aimed at ridding their supply chains of slavery and human trafficking.

ASAP
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August 4, 2015

OFCCP Announces New "Outreach and Education" Poster

On August 3, 2015, the Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) announced the release of a new outreach and education poster, "Opening Doors of Opportunity for All Workers."

Littler Report
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August 4, 2015

The Big Move Toward Big Data in Employment

The world of Big Data has arrived, and it is beginning to affect employers and their decision-making in ways undreamed of even a few years ago.

ASAP
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July 31, 2015

Wisconsin Eases, But Does Not Eliminate, the One Day of Rest in Seven Law

Effective July 14, 2015, Wisconsin has made it easier for an employer to comply with Wisconsin Statute 103.85, Wisconsin’s “one day of rest in seven” requirement.

ASAP
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July 31, 2015

USCIS Final Guidance on When to File a New or Amended H-1B After a Change in Job Location

On July 21, 2015, USCIS issued final guidance on when to file a new or amended H-1B petition after the Matter of Simeo Solutions, LLC decision.

Littler Report
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July 31, 2015

A Guide to Determining Covered Federal Government Contractor Status

The Issue: Having a federal government contract or subcontract can obligate a business to comply with

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