In a sharply worded notice, the Labor & Workforce Development Agency (LWDA) recently demanded that a plaintiff-side law firm amend over 100 Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA) notices it had
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Supreme Court Holds FLSA Exemptions Do Not Require Heightened Evidence Standards
The U. S. Supreme Court unanimously decided in E.M.D. Sales, Inc. v. Carrera that the standard of “preponderance of the evidence” is to be used in cases where an employer
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2025 New Jersey Employment Law Updates
New Jersey employers should review their employee handbooks and policies and consider revisions based on changes in the law or best practices. This GT Alert summarizes some recent legal updates
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5 Trends to Watch: 2025 Trade Secrets
This blog post discusses key trends in trade secrets for 2025, including increased scrutiny of large damage awards, potential changes to noncompete enforceability, a high success rate for plaintiffs in trade secret trials, the impact of AI on trade secret protection, and the availability of foreign damages for misappropriation under the DTSA.
Reform to Mexico’s Federal Labor Law Related to Digital Platforms
On Dec. 24, 2024, Mexico published amendments to its Federal Labor Law regarding digital platforms. These changes take effect 180 days after publication.
This GT Alert highlights significant modifications to
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’Tis the Season for California’s 2025 Legislative Update: Employer Considerations
While employees are decorating, mulling over their New Year’s resolutions, and hunting for the best sales, California employers are turning their sights to the potential challenges awaiting them in the
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DOL Proposes Rule to Phase Out Sub-Minimum Wage for Workers with Disabilities
On Dec. 3, 2024, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) announced a proposed rule that would end employers’ ability to pay workers with disabilities less than the federal minimum wage.
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2025 Mexico Minimum Wage Changes
On Jan. 1, 2025, Mexico’s general minimum wage will increase 12% due to inflation adjustments.
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New Year, New Rules: Illinois Mandates Pay Transparency Requirements in 2025
New pay transparency requirements in Illinois take effect Jan. 1, 2025. Employers will be required to include in any job posting for covered roles the corresponding wage or salary range
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