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2 months ago | 
natlawreview.com | Rachel E. Hudgins |Scott P. DeVries |Suzan Kern |Abby M. Warren
Unfortunately, I’ve had unpleasant dealings with the Phobos ransomware group. My interactions with Phobos have been fodder for a good story when I educate client employees on recent cyber-attacks to prevent them from becoming victims. The story highlights how these ransomware groups, including Phobos, are sophisticated criminal organizations with managerial hierarchy. They use common slang in their communications and have to get “authority” to negotiate a ransom. It’s a strange world.
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Dec 20, 2024 | 
jdsupra.com | Abby M. Warren
Lawmakers in the city and state of New York were busy in 2024 enacting various labor- and employment-related legislation that is already impacting the workplace.
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Dec 16, 2024 | 
jdsupra.com | Abby M. Warren
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Dec 9, 2024 | 
jdsupra.com | Christopher A. Costain |Abby M. Warren
As most manufacturers know, the Connecticut Legislature passed significant amendments to the Connecticut Paid Sick Leave (PSL) law, which are set to go into effect on January 1, 2025, and pertains to employers with 25 or more employees. Just in time, the Connecticut Department of Labor (DOL) has published (Guidance) regarding these wide-ranging changes, which manufacturers may find helpful as they revise policies and procedures to ensure compliance with these significant amendments.
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Dec 9, 2024 | 
natlawreview.com | Abby M. Warren
As most manufacturers know, the Connecticut Legislature passed significant amendments to the Connecticut Paid Sick Leave (PSL) law, which are set to go into effect on January 1, 2025, and pertains to employers with 25 or more employees. Just in time, the Connecticut Department of Labor (DOL) has published (Guidance) regarding these wide-ranging changes, which manufacturers may find helpful as they revise policies and procedures to ensure compliance with these significant amendments.
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Nov 20, 2024 | 
jdsupra.com | Madison Picard |Abby M. Warren
Last week, the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Texas vacated and set aside the United States Department of Labor’s (DOL) final rule raising the minimum salary threshold for the Fair Labor Standards Act’s (FLSA) white-collar overtime exemption. Recently, we discussed parts of this rule that have already taken effect.
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Nov 20, 2024 | 
natlawreview.com | Abby M. Warren
Last week, the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Texas vacated and set aside the United States Department of Labor’s (DOL) final rule raising the minimum salary threshold for the Fair Labor Standards Act’s (FLSA) white-collar overtime exemption. Recently, we discussed parts of this rule that have already taken effect.
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Oct 28, 2024 | 
jdsupra.com | Madison Picard |Abby M. Warren
[co-author: Madison C. Picard]There is no greater Halloween horror for employers than a workplace celebration that creates legal risks such as inappropriate costumes or safety hazards, among other issues. Thus, there are many considerations when planning an office celebration for this spooky holiday. If you are a manufacturer hosting an office Halloween party, consider following these three tricks to make the best out of your workplace treat. 1.
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Oct 28, 2024 | 
natlawreview.com | Abby M. Warren
There is no greater Halloween horror for employers than a workplace celebration that creates legal risks such as inappropriate costumes or safety hazards, among other issues. Thus, there are many considerations when planning an office celebration for this spooky holiday. If you are a manufacturer hosting an office Halloween party, consider following these three tricks to make the best out of your workplace treat.
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Sep 10, 2024 | 
jdsupra.com | Madison Picard |Abby M. Warren
As the seasons change, so do manufacturers’ priorities. Fall is typically one of the busiest hiring periods of the calendar year, so many manufacturers are likely bracing themselves for this challenge. That said, there were several significant labor and employment updates this spring and summer of which manufacturers should be aware; below are four key trends that may require action to ensure compliance. 1.
