Welcome to Decoding Appeals, where Seyfarth’s Appellate Team brings to in-house counsel our insights and expertise from the front lines of the appellate courts. Throughout this short video series, we break down the nuances of appellate advocacy, sharing tips and lessons we’ve learned to help companies’ in-house legal teams understand the complexities of the appeals process.

In this first episode

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Seyfarth Synopsis: The Employment Law Lookout is taking a holiday this week, but will resume delivering insightful discourse and updates on the day’s most pressing workplace issues next week.

We wish all of our readers, contributors, and editors a safe and happy holiday.

Rest assured knowing that we’ll be on the lookout for more management insights to bring you next week.

Thank you and Happy

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By Kevin M. Young

Seyfarth Synopsis: With the DOL’s new overtime exemption rule weeks from taking effect, employers must consider the impacts of reclassifying exempt employees. Some potential impacts are obvious, others not so much. Proactive, thoughtful planning is key for employers to navigate these waters for their business and impacted employees alike.

With the U.S. DOL’s final overtime exemption

Continue Reading Ripples in the OT Waters: Considering the Downstream Effects of Reclassifying Exempt Employees

Are you caught up on the PWFA? The DOL Regs? Chicago and Illinois PSL? EEOC guidance? Non-Competes? Feeling Unsure? Come Meet Up with Us!

Tuesday, June 11, 2024

8:30 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. Breakfast and Registration
9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Program

Seyfarth Shaw LLP
233 S Wacker Drive, Suite 8000
Chicago, IL 60606

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About the Program

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Topics covered will include:

  • Regulating employee political speech/conduct inside and outside of work
  • Religious accommodations in the workplace in light of recent Supreme Court rulings.
  • Texas’ new Workplace Violence Prevention Act

Speakers

Sachin Bhandari, Vice President, Employee Relations & Occupational Health Associate General Counsel – Labor & Employment, Memorial Hermann Health System
Daniel Birnbaum, Associate, Seyfarth Shaw LLP
Valentina

Continue Reading WEBINAR – Labor & Employment and Health Care Experts on Legal Developments and Hot Topics Relevant this Election Year

By Jean M. Wilson and Pamela Q. Devata

Seyfarth Synopsis: On March 14, 2024, the Massachusetts House of Representatives passed legislation that would prohibit employers from obtaining or using a true credit report for employment purposes. The proposed law, which includes only limited exceptions, would be one of the most restrictive of its kind in the country. The bill is

Continue Reading Massachusetts Set to Restrict Employers from Using Credit Checks in Making Employment Decisions

About the Program: As we navigate the ever-evolving business landscape, safeguarding trade secrets has become a critical priority for organizations seeking resilience and success. In this pursuit, Seyfarth is thrilled to extend a special invitation to the third installment of our highly acclaimed 2024 Trade Secrets Webinar series.

In this webinar, our trade secret presenters, Justin Beyer, Joshua

Continue Reading WEBINAR: Employee Training Programs – Building a Culture of Confidentiality

About the Program: Today’s polarized environment presents many challenges for employers.  One such challenge is how to respond to reports of employees’ off-duty conduct.  Off-duty conduct – particularly when captured or reported online — may affect the workplace and other employees, threaten the company’s reputation, or alienate customers or investors.  A labyrinth of state off-duty conduct laws, social media

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By Kristie Iacopetta and Annette Tyman

Seyfarth Synopsis:  On January 12th, the District of Columbia’s Mayor signed legislation requiring employers to disclose salary ranges in all job listings and position descriptions advertised. Under the Act, employers will also be required to disclose to applicants, prior to an interview, any healthcare benefits they may receive.  Employers are also prohibited

Continue Reading Washington D.C. is Set to Join the Trend Toward Requiring Pay Disclosures in Job Postings

By Kristina Launey and John W. Egan

Seyfarth Synopsis: Recent guidance from the EEOC on federal agencies’ disability accommodation obligations contain insights for private employers as well.

The EEOC recently published an article, Providing an Accessible Workplace, which while directed at federal agencies also includes important guidance for private employers as well.  As the nation’s largest employer, the federal

Continue Reading Employers Should Take Note Of New Federal Workplace Accessibility Guidance