Apr 16, 2025 | Employment Law
Effective July 1, 2025, it will be unlawful for Virginia employers to enter into noncompete agreements with employees who are eligible for overtime pay under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). The new law significantly expands existing Virginia law, which, since...
Apr 15, 2025 | Employment Law
A smartphone in every pocket means it’s easier than ever for employees to secretly record workplace conversations. Whether it’s a tense meeting with a supervisor or HR, or a casual conversation with coworkers, the ability to record those discussions with the tap of a...
Mar 24, 2025 | Employment Law
Language access is a critical consideration for employers in today’s diverse workplaces. Recent policy shifts, such as the designation of English as the official language of the United States, have introduced new dynamics that businesses must navigate to ensure...
Mar 18, 2025 | Employment Law
The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) was created by Congress with the enactment of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. It is the agency tasked with enforcing federal job discrimination and harassment laws that prohibit discrimination in...
Feb 24, 2025 | Employment Law
The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) Workforce Optimization Initiative (Initiative) is a federal initiative with a stated aim of improving government operations by implementing strategic workforce planning, integrating technology, and streamlining staffing...
Feb 18, 2025 | Employment Law
Remote work has become a fixture in the modern workplace, offering employees flexibility while allowing companies to attract top talent regardless of location. However, this shift can come with heightened cybersecurity risks, exposing both employers and employees to...
