Worker's Compensation
UK: flexible work requests – tribunal accepts that limitations of technology may mean some roles are performed better in person
A tribunal has ruled that the FCA’s refusal of a senior manager’s request to work entirely from home, on the...
UK: external job applicants cannot claim whistleblowing detriment
In welcome news for employers, the EAT has ruled in Sullivan v Isle of White Council that external job applicants...
It’s tough to get union representation petitions dismissed based on “imminent cessation”: Employment & Labor Insider
The National Labor Relations Board has declined to review a Regional Director’s Decision and Direction of Election that required a...
Employers Take Note: Big Changes Ahead for the H-1B Lottery, H-1B Filing Process, and USCIS Fees
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) recently announced updates to the H-1B visa lottery process, availability of online H-1B filings,...
UK Business Immigration – what’s in store for 2024?
There are several key immigration developments in the pipeline which are likely to affect UK employers. Here’s what you need...
D.C. Employers Need to Prepare for More Than Humidity This Summer: New Wage Transparency Law Effective in June (US)
On January 12, 2024, the District of Columbia joined a growing list of jurisdictions with wage transparency laws after Mayor...
Employment Espresso Pods: Looking Ahead: Part 3 – Potential Employment Law Proposals from the Labour Party
In the third and final part of our look ahead to potential employment law proposals should the Labour Party secure...
UK: French Regulator’s €32 million fine against Amazon France Logistique demonstrates the high bar for justifying intrusive monitoring of employees
Background: Amazon France Logistique (“AFL“), a subsidiary of Amazon EU SARL, is responsible for managing Amazon’s large French distribution centres...
California Supreme Court Decision Limits Manageability Dismissals for PAGA Claims
For companies doing business in California, it’s important to be aware of the January 18, 2024 California Supreme Court decision...
Asia Employment, Pensions and Incentives Update: January 2024
Happy New Year and Gong Xi Fa Cai to all our clients. We hope you enjoyed a delightful Christmas and...