The definition of “regular rate” — a building block in calculating overtime for nonexempt employees — is technical, but understanding it can help prevent class actions and keep labor costs in chec...

The definition of “regular rate” — a building block in calculating overtime for nonexempt employees — is technical, but understanding it can help prevent class actions and keep labor costs in chec...

Oak Park schools former executive director for business and finance has filed a whistleblower lawsuit against the district and is making some stunning claims. On Jan. 30 Sharrece Farris-Foster fil...

In order for a democracy to survive and thrive, the places where people work also must be democratic, according to Yolanda Díaz Pérez, Spain’s second vice president and minister of labour and soci...

Polygraph exams — whether counterintelligence, lifestyle, or full-scope tests — can be part of certain cleared roles. But when you’re recruiting talent, the question arises: Is asking a candidate ...

Efforts on Capitol Hill to rein in artificial intelligence technology would be like taking a wiffle ball bat to a tidal wave. That’s the message Dave Walton, partner at Fisher Phillips and Co-Chai...

The labor law framework in Mexico could undergo a significant shift this year, and employers should create an action plan while lawmakers work to finalize this big change. Specifically, Mexico may...

The H-1B program remains one of the most important—and most operationally complex—tools for U.S. employers seeking to hire and retain foreign national talent. Between cap-season timing, heightened ...

Nevada’s Senate Bill (SB) 260, which took effect January 1, 2026, mandates comprehensive requirements for employers to protect outdoor workers from wildfire smoke hazards. With the new law, Nevada...

Many companies have been reconsidering their work-from-home policies in the years since the COVID-19 pandemic forced office closures. While reversing these policies may be straightforward in the U...