Labor Law Updates

Complying with federal, state and local labor law postings is a fundamental responsibility for all U.S. employers. In addition to the six mandatory federal postings, you may need to display multiple state-issued posters, depending on your location. Plus, county and city regulations introduce yet another layer of complexity, often requiring additional postings. These requirements shift constantly, adding up to more than 200 mandatory posting changes a year.

Starting a business takes more than registering your company and hiring your first employee. The moment you become an employer, new business labor law requirements apply to you, including federal, state and local workplace postings and employee notices. Getting them right from the start is far easier and less expensive than fixing problems after an employee complaint or a regulator comes calling.

From a small office of two to a sprawling workforce of 200,000, one rule always applies: Labor law posters need to be displayed correctly and consistently. Yet many employers still ask, How many labor law posters do I need? and Where should labor law posters be displayed?  Failing to maintain compliance can lead to costly fines and added risk, which makes it essential to understand the requirements and how to apply them properly across your entire workplace.

As 2025 unfolds, employers must stay ahead of evolving employment laws to ensure compliance and protect their workforce. Here are five key trends shaping the employment law landscape this year, along with insights on what they mean for businesses.