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June 05 2026
Client Alert: California, Illinois, and Washington D.C. Minimum Wage Increases For July 2026
As we approach the halfway point of 2026, employers in many states and localities, including California, Illinois, and Washington D.C., must prepare for scheduled minimum wage increases.
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June 04 2026
Client Alert: Connecticut Expands Employer Obligations in New Legislation
Connecticut lawmakers recently approved broad new workplace obligations on employers and expanded protections for employees across several areas. These changes go into effect starting October 1, 2026.
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May 29 2026
Client Alert: New York State Enacts “No Tax on Tips”
As part of the recently enacted New York State budget, New York lawmakers approved a “No Tax on Tips” initiative that will exempt up to $25,000 in qualifying tipped income from New York State income tax beginning in 2026.
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May 29 2026
Client Alert: New York Employers May Face New Personnel Records Obligations
The New York Legislature passed a bill that would impose new obligations on employers regarding employee personnel records. The bill is currently awaiting action by the Governor.
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May 27 2026
Client Alert: New York Significantly Limits Employer Use Of Credit History in Employment Decisions
New York State recently amended its Fair Credit Reporting Act to significantly limit employers’ use of consumer credit history in employment decisions. Employers now generally may not request or use an applicant’s or employee’s credit history when making decisions regarding hiring, termination, compensation, promotion, discipline, or other terms and conditions of employment.
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May 27 2026
Client Alert: USCIS Issues New Policy Memorandum on Green Card Applications
The US Citizen and Immigration Services (USCIS) recently issued a Policy Memorandum PM-602-0199 addressing Adjustment of Status (AOS), which is the process of applying for a Green Card. The Memorandum significantly changes how USCIS officers may exercise discretion when reviewing Green Card applications.
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May 18 2026
Client Alert: Supreme Court Confirms that Federal Courts Can Enforce Arbitration Results
In a unanimous decision, the U.S. Supreme Court held that when a case filed in federal court is sent to arbitration, the same federal court has the authority to confirm or overturn the arbitration result.
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May 15 2026
Client Alert: DOL Reverses Overtime Rule
The U.S. Department of Labor (“DOL”) has issued a final rule formally reversing the 2024 overtime rule that increased the minimum weekly salary that an employee must earn in order to qualify as exempt under the FLSA.
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