The DOL’s Wage and Hour Division recently relaunched its voluntary Payroll Audit Independent Determination (PAID) program, introducing an opportunity for employers to resolve some statutory violations without litigation. This article from Principals Justin Barnes, jeffrey brecher and Katharine Weber shares key details on how PAID works, who is included and the potential risks and benefits with the program. Read it here:https://lnkd.in/gV3aZd9d
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Helping employers mitigate workplace law risk and cultivate high-functioning, engaged, stable and diverse workforces.
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Focused on employment and labor law since 1958, Jackson Lewis P.C.’s 1,000+ attorneys located in major cities nationwide consistently identify and respond to new ways workplace law intersects business. We help employers develop proactive strategies, strong policies and business-oriented solutions to cultivate high-functioning workforces that are engaged and stable, and share our clients’ goals to emphasize belonging and respect for the contributions of every employee.
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Employers who are pursued by multiemployer pension plans for withdrawal liability often face an uphill battle to recoup attorneys’ fees. Principal Robert Perry highlights the recent Steelcase case exemplifying how winning the legal argument doesn’t always mean recovering the cost of the fight. Get the details here: https://lnkd.in/gmR4cDAz
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Hoping to curb retail theft and improve safety in grocery and drug stores, the City of Long Beach introduced a new ordinance requiring staffing for self-checkout stations. Principals Tania Mistretta, co-leader of the firm’s Retail industry group, and Laura Pierson-Scheinberg, co-leader of the firm’s Labor Relations group and Retail industry groups, outline the proposed ordinance in this blog post. Check it out for details: https://lnkd.in/gpurqY2M
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This August, Principals David Mohl and Katharine Weber presented at DMEC’s 2025 Annual Conference in Washington D.C. Alongside Principal Teresa Wright, our attorneys shared important insights into what’s new with disability benefits and performance management. Check out our booth from the event below!
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We’re excited to welcome Dedra S. to Jackson Lewis as of counsel in our Washington, D.C. Region office! As a former Assistant U.S. Attorney, she brings extensive trial experience, a sharp litigation perspective and a passion for proactive workplace compliance. Her deep understanding of employment disputes and government contractor risk makes her a valuable addition to our team. Welcome, Dedra! https://lnkd.in/gmpqNZxr
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A recent CA court decision has determined that employers with commissioned outside sales employees may exclude commissions when calculating paid sick leave. Principal Shannon Bettis Nakabayashi outlines the decision, sharing key employer insights in this blog post: https://lnkd.in/gAR_37fU
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California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) enforcement is ramping up, and health-related data is taking the spotlight. CA employers, check out this blog post from Joe Lazzarotti, principal and co-leader of the firm’s Privacy, Data and Cybersecurity group, for a look into the recent CCPA settlement marking the trend, key takeaways and best practices for businesses: https://lnkd.in/gTAK4KXe
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Florida’s CHOICE Act, short for “Contracts Honoring Opportunity, Investment, Confidentiality, and Economic Growth,” is now law, positioning the state as the most employer-friendly jurisdiction for restrictive covenants. Check out this blog post from attorneys Clifford Atlas, Adam Schultz and Pedro Jaime Torres-Díaz for a closer look into what this means for restrictive covenants moving forward: https://lnkd.in/g3ru9nQp
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A recent Fourth Circuit ruling revisited the criteria for classifying independent contractors, emphasizing that the nature of the working relationship and the degree of control matter more than job titles alone. For a deeper dive into the ruling and key lessons for employers, check out this article from Jackson Lewis Principals Justin Barnes, jeffrey brecher, Stephanie Peet and Sarah R. Skubas. https://lnkd.in/gRcYSBjR
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When it comes to consumer privacy, it is essential for businesses to actively monitor, test and verify that their tools supporting consumer rights are working. Principal and Co-leader of the firm’s Privacy, Data and Cybersecurity group Joe Lazzarotti outlines one of the California Privacy Protection Agency’s first public enforcement actions under the California Consumer Privacy Act, detailing what specifically went wrong and what businesses can do moving forward to ensure compliance. https://lnkd.in/gYAwWt-s
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