Wisconsin law prohibits employment discrimination based on protected traits and requires employers to comply with various wage and hour standards. It also prohibits retaliation against employees who complain of...
Employment Law Letter
In a popular television show, a parent is panicking because he can’t find his 17-year-old daughter. His best friends look at him and says, “Well just check the chip, didn’t you chip her? Our dog got chipped before we...
President Donald Trump’s second term has just begun, and there has been a flurry of activity within the federal government. While the overall focus seems to be on the series of Executive Orders (EOs) the president signed...
When seeking commercial loan financing, both lenders and potential borrowers in the loan transaction typically focus on the very important financial metrics, subject collateral, and loan terms and financial covenants...
Providing housing to employees may seem like a practical solution, but it carries significant legal risks, especially for employers hiring undocumented workers. A recent case in South Texas demonstrates how offering...
The Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) empowers an employee to file an interference claim—that is, a claim based on actions taken by an employer to discourage or dissuade an employee from seeking FMLA benefits. But in...
Hiring the right talent is crucial for the success of any business. Hiring missteps, at best, result in logistical considerations, such as finding the time to fill the position a second time with the right person. At...
Q We have an employee who works at two of our locations in different states. Are they eligible to receive accrued sick leave under both state laws, and should they accrue leave separately based on each state’s...
Q Can we limit the amount of unused paid time off (PTO) that’s paid out at termination? The answer to this question depends on the state where your employees are located. Most states will allow you to place limits on the...
The outcome of a loaned employee inquiry determines which employer faces exposure for a workers’ compensation claim between the loaning employer and the borrowing employer. It can also affect the type of exposure the...
President Donald Trump’s Executive Orders (EOs) have spurred a slew of litigation, including a lawsuit challenging two orders that focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) practices in the federal government and...
In February, a federal district court in Maryland issued a nationwide injunction blocking key parts of President Donald Trump’s Executive Orders (EOs) that sought to limit diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs...
As many employers likely recall, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) under the Biden administration adopted a final rule in April 2024 that banned almost all noncompete agreements between companies and workers on the...
If you’ve seen an uptick in job applications, you might have the West Virginia Legislature to thank for some much-needed updates to unemployment compensation eligibility. However, you may also have more obligations as a...
A recent decision from the U.S. 5th Circuit Court of Appeals (whose rulings apply to all Texas employers) serves as a compelling example of how a well-implemented employee attendance point system can support an employer...