Labor Law Updates

Employers across the country are facing a new wave of rules that could reshape how they schedule and manage hourly workers. Fair workweek regulations — also known as predictive scheduling laws — are no longer just a buzzword in HR circles. 

Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly transformed the modern workplace — from recruiting and AI hiring tools that screen resumes in microseconds, to algorithm-driven performance reviews and employee monitoring systems. But with this AI landscape comes growing concerns about fairness, transparency and individual privacy.

On April 21, 2025, the Spokane City Council passed a new ordinance that could signal a shift in how job applications are handled across the country. Known as “Ban the Address,” this law prohibits certain employers from asking for a job applicant’s home address during the early stages of hiring.

If an employee asks for time off to vote in the upcoming election, do you know what your legal obligations are? As a responsible employer, you certainly want to encourage employees to exercise their constitutional right to vote. And as a law-abiding employer, you also want to be aware of any state-specific laws that require you to provide time off from work to vote.