News & Analysis

On May 6, 2016, Central States’ proposed Rescue Plan was rejected by the IRS. This podcast explores the implications.

On June 1, 2016, Connecticut Governor Dannel Malloy signed a bill into law that prohibits most employers from requesting criminal history information on an initial employment application.

On June 2, 2016, the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (“EEOC”) released, for a 30-day public input period, proposed enforcement guidance addressing national origin discrimination under Title VII.

Littler's Workplace Policy Institute Insider Report details key labor, employment, and benefits news and events at the federal, state, local, and global levels.

A new Connecticut law significantly restricts the use of physician non-compete agreements.

On May 31, 2016, Mayor Betsy Hodges signed the Minneapolis Sick and Safe Time Ordinance, an expansive paid leave measure.

The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) published the final rule revising the “white collar” overtime exemption regulations on May 18, 2016.

On May 18, 2016, the U.S. Department of Labor published its Final Rule updating the Fair Labor Standards Act overtime regulations regarding the executive, administrative and professional exemptions.

Maryland's 2016 General Assembly session has now adjourned. Maryland employers should be aware of several new laws addressing equal pay, veterans hiring and promotion preferences, and retirement savings.