Workplace Insights

Mental health awareness has become a major focus in today’s workplace, especially during Mental Health Awareness Month (May!). Many employers want to support their employees but are not always sure what that support should look like or what is actually required. The challenge is that mental health in the workplace is not just a cultural issue

What Happened October brings a wave of federal and state-level workplace developments employers must act on immediately. From government shutdown impacts to noncompete enforcement, immigration changes, privacy compliance, open enrollment, and new state laws, the compliance landscape is shifting fast.  Why It Matters for Employers Federal unc

What Happened The California Privacy Protection Agency (CPPA) issued its largest-ever fine—$1.35 million—against an employer for failing to comply with the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) when handling job applicant and employee data. Violations included: Missing applicant privacy notices. Failing to inform applicants of thei

What Happened - October 2025 States from California to Connecticut and beyond are rolling out new employment laws effective October 1, 2025 (unless otherwise noted). Key themes include AI in employment decisions, pay transparency, sick leave, and privacy protections. Highlights: California: AI use in hiring now regulated under anti-discrimination

What happened? The FTC has activated its Joint Labor Task Force to crack down on noncompete agreements that it deems anticompetitive. Fisher Phillips Its first enforcement action challenged a large employer for requiring noncompetes with all new hires, regardless of their job role.  The FTC signaled that customer nonsolicitation clauses

What Happened The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) released its semiannual regulatory agenda (Sept 2025), outlining high-priority proposals that could reshape how employers manage labor & employment risk. Key areas under review include: Joint employer status under the FLSA (proposed rule expected in December), to clarify when businesses share l