Federal layoffs have been a focal point of President Trump’s administration, drawing both strong support and opposition. On March 15, Trump issued an executive order directing seven federal agencies to make workforce cuts. Among the agencies affected was the Federal Mediation and Conciliation Service. Downsizing this agency could prove problematic for resolving many employer-union disputes

This week President Donald Trump nominated attorney Jonathan Berry to be the next solicitor of the Department of Labor (DOL). Berry worked in the department during the first Trump administration, and he was the sole author of Chapter 18 of Project 2025’s treatise Mandate for Leadership, which contained a set of policy recommendations for

With Thanksgiving right around the corner, now is the perfect time to reflect on things for which we have to be thankful. In the ever-evolving world of labor and employment law, there have been several significant developments over the past year that employers can appreciate.

Here are five key updates for which we are thankful:

The landscape of employment is undergoing a seismic shift as employers increasingly integrate technology, particularly artificial intelligence (AI), into workplace practices. AI workplace uses include a variety of applications, such as resume screening, employee monitoring software, and video interviewing tools that evaluate candidates’ performances. In light of this transformation, the United States Department of Labor

What about those salary thresholds for white-collar employees? Although they have been challenged, they are alive and kicking. Last week, the United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit affirmed that the Department of Labor has the authority to set the minimum salary required to qualify for the white-collar exemption.

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Please follow along as we discuss the top 10 things every employer should know about OSHA over the next few weeks.

  1. Employers and employees have the right to have a company employee or non-employee representative present during an OSHA site inspection.

According to 29 CFR 1903.8(c), employers and employees have the right to authorize

As technology continues to evolve, so do the dynamics of labor and employment. The Wage and Hour Division (WHD) of the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) recently issued Field Assistance Bulletin No. 2024-1 (FAB 2024-1). FAB 2024-1 is a groundbreaking document shedding light on how the DOL thinks artificial intelligence (AI) and automated

On Tuesday, April 23, the United States Department of Labor issued its anticipated Final Rule on the Fair Labor Standards Act salary requirements for overtime exemption.

The Final Rule, which will likely face legal challenges, increases the salary threshold for white-collar overtime exemptions. Effective July 1, 2024, the minimum weekly salary for exempt status will

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has published a final rule amending a regulation regarding the right to designate a representative to accompany OSHA inspectors during a workplace inspection. Why do we need this, you ask?

In the world of occupational safety and hazards, OSHA administers regulations and has the ability to levy penalties.