Seyfarth Shaw LLP's Employment Law Lookout
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Employment Law Lookout: Insights for Management is a resource for employers seeking intelligent discourse and updates on today's most pressing workplace issues.
Seyfarth Shaw LLP's Employment Law Lookout
9h ago
About the Program: Seyfarth is pleased to introduce Seyfarth’s latest resource, the “Avoiding Duty of Oversight and Fiduciary Duty Breach Claims“ Flipbook, a tailored guide designed specifically for in-house counsel navigating the intricate world of corporate directors and officers.
Cost: There is no cost to attend, however registration is required.
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Wednesday, April 17, 2024
1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. Eastern
12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. Central
11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Mountain
10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Pacific
Key Features: Our seasoned Securities & Fiducia ..read more
Seyfarth Shaw LLP's Employment Law Lookout
1d ago
By Rachel V. See and Annette Tyman
Seyfarth Synopsis: The Acting Director of OFCCP and the Solicitor of Labor indicated that they are moving full speed ahead on developing guidance regarding employers’ use of artificial intelligence, and that the Department of Labor is working on a “broader value-based document” that contains “principles and best practices” for both employers using AI and developers of the AI tools. OFCCP is working on “promising practices” regarding AI selection tools. Additionally, leaders from the EEOC, NLRB, and the Department of Justice continue to emphasize their c ..read more
Seyfarth Shaw LLP's Employment Law Lookout
1d ago
By Bradley D. Doucette, Scott P. Mallery, and Noah A. Finkel
Seyfarth Synopsis: A new piece of legislation introduced in Congress, if enacted, would amend the Fair Labor Standards Act to establish 32-hour workweek for non-exempt employees, with no loss in pay. While the bill is unlikely to gain steam, it might trigger movement throughout the country to revisit what a “standard” workweek means for American employees.
We posted this blog entry on a Friday, so if you are reading it today, you probably are not among those enjoying a four-day workweek. Some in Congress are try ..read more
Seyfarth Shaw LLP's Employment Law Lookout
3d ago
Into the Breach is the first law firm podcast exclusively devoted to reps and warranties insurance and the transactional risk markets. Hosted by Seyfarth partners Bryan M. O’Keefe and Gena B. Usenheimer, the hosts in their unique, buoyant style, interview leaders from the industry, and explore the latest developments, market trends, and news impacting RWI and transactional risk insurance.
Bryan and Gena are joined by Lidore DeRose, Senior Partner and Leader of Transactional Risk, Baldwin Risk Partners and Emily Short, National Director of Cyber Product, Baldwin Risk Partner ..read more
Seyfarth Shaw LLP's Employment Law Lookout
6d ago
By Ilana Morady, Patrick Joyce, and Adam Young
Seyfarth Synopsis: The Cal/OSHA Standards Board was ready to vote on Cal/OSHA’s indoor heat rule at the March 21, 2024 Standards Board meeting, but at the 11th hour, the Board was ordered to cancel its scheduled vote.
Quick Summary
In a surprising development, the Cal/OSHA indoor heat rule, which was expected to be approved at the Standards Board’s March 21, 2024 meeting, has been delayed yet again. The delay was due to the state Department of Finance rejecting part of the Standardized Regulatory Impact Assessment (SRIA) the evenin ..read more
Seyfarth Shaw LLP's Employment Law Lookout
6d ago
By Danielle Shapiro
Seyfarth Synopsis: Last Friday, March 8, 2024, the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Texas struck down the National Labor Relations Board’s (“NLRB”) 2023 Joint Employer rule (“2023 Rule”) finding that it was both unlawfully broad and arbitrary and capricious.
Background
The 2023 Rule contains the following relevant provisions:
Subsection (a) provides that an “employer” is one who has an employment relationship with their employees under common-law agency principles.
Subsection (b) states that two things are required to be a “joint employer ..read more
Seyfarth Shaw LLP's Employment Law Lookout
1w ago
By Alex J. Reganata and Barry J. Miller
Seyfarth Synopsis: Plaintiff, a white man, was a strong performer in his role before he was fired and replaced by three women, two of whom were racial minorities, amid a Diversity and Inclusion initiative that included a call to restructure the workforce to reflect a different racial and gender makeup. The Fourth Circuit upheld the jury’s finding that the Plaintiff’s race was a “motivating factor” in his termination, when considered in the context of the diversity initiative and the specific facts surrounding his termination. However, the Fourth Circuit ..read more
Seyfarth Shaw LLP's Employment Law Lookout
1w ago
About the Program
In an era of rapid change and increasingly complex global workplace issues, staying ahead of the curve is not just an advantage—it’s a necessity. Seyfarth is pleased to offer this opportunity to hear from our distinguished panel from Brembo S.p.A., Fava & Partners, Pentair, and Seyfarth Shaw on their experiences and insights in navigating organizations’ most pressing issues. The panelists will explore the problems keeping legal and business leaders up at night, sharing effective strategies and best practices.
Following the panel presentation, the event will conclude with ..read more
Seyfarth Shaw LLP's Employment Law Lookout
1w ago
A series from our seasoned and successful Boston L&E Trial Team will explore the latest trends in jury trials in a time of explosive verdicts, Reptile tactics, polarization, and an election year. We’ll offer practical strategies on how to maximize your chance of a total defense verdict, despite these headwinds, based on our experience navigating trials in this environment. We will cover specific strategies for a range of claims, including discrimination, harassment, retaliation, and wage-and-hour.
Part 1, Apr. 30, 2024 : Trying Cases in a Polarized Environment
How to pick a jury, an ..read more
Seyfarth Shaw LLP's Employment Law Lookout
1w ago
By Adam R. Young and Aaron M. Gillett
1. A Nightmare Acquisition
Your Company has recently acquired a small logistics company with a strong business reputation. Eighteen days after the acquisition was finalized, you receive a call that there has been a tragic forklift accident in a warehouse operated by a subsidiary of the newly acquired target company. An employee of a staffing agency was struck by a forklift and is in intensive care. Federal OSHA has cited the subsidiary four years ago for forklift violations in another state, and is onsite considering willf ..read more