Labor Law Updates

As a responsible business owner, maintaining a safe, productive workplace is essential - but rising concerns about violence have prompted many employers to revisit their policies, especially regarding weapons. Because federal law does not directly address firearms in private workplaces, employers must rely on state-specific laws to understand what’s allowed and how to remain compliant.

Navigating state, county, and city-level regulations adds complexity to posting compliance. While federal posting requirements are minimal, many states now require multiple postings — and the pace of legislative change is accelerating. Staying current is more crucial than ever.

In this post, we’ll cover the five states with the most significant updates, what these changes mean for employers, and how to stay compliant as laws evolve.

The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) is gearing up to resume collecting pay data from employers, marking a significant shift that could impact businesses of all sizes. To help you stay ahead of these changes, let's explore what this means for your organization and how you can prepare effectively.

Company policies help you set rules and parameters with employees, as well as protect you legally. But too many employers have a “set it and forget it” mentality with their employee handbook, which isn’t smart during these changing times.

In most cases, the decision to approve or deny an employee’s request for time off is straightforward. Does the employee have available PTO? Did they follow established procedures, such as giving proper advance notice? Will other employees be available to cover the work?