Workplace Rules

Apr 12 2024 1
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With the global shift to remote work in 2020, the workplace has changed radically and understanding current employment rules and regulations matters immensely. Hosted by Perkins Coie’s Labor & Employment attorneys, Workplace Rules features discussions with in-house professionals, outside counsel, and other thought leaders on timely labor and employment law topics, from regulatory developments to litigation trends.

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Can You Use a No-Hire to Stop Competitors From Stealing Your Stars? 

Apr 12 2024 20 mins  
In this episode, Shylah and Kristie discuss the implications of “no-poach” agreements from an antitrust perspective. They explore the U.S. Department of Justice’s approach toward such agreements, the criminal consequences attached, and how companies have been reacting. Further, they delve into the importance of antitrust compliance training for human resources professionals a

Update: Employers, Take Notice as the DOL Crafts White House AI Mandates

Mar 15 2024 18 mins  
In this episode, Chris Wilkinson updates listeners on federal and state regulation of artificial intelligence (AI). Chris discusses his article published in Bloomberg Law titled "Employers, Take Notice as the DOL Crafts White House AI Mandates," in which he explains the U.S. Department of Labor’s (DOL) new responsibilities under President Biden’s AI executive order addressing s

Part 2: How Americans' Views of Corporations Are Changing—for Better or Worse

Mar 07 2024 44 mins  
In part two of our series on how Americans' views of corporations are changing, Senior Counsel Chris Wilkinson is joined by Perkins Coie's persuasive communications advisor, Senior Litigation Consultant Karen Lisko, to discuss how these views are playing out in the courtroom. Karen provides insights into the impact of public perception of corporations on jury decisions, shares stra

Update: New Washington Law Protects Job Applicants’ Off-Duty Marijuana Use

Mar 01 2024 5 mins  
A new law recently took effect in Washington that changes the way employers should conduct drug tests. In this Episode, Emily and Margo explain the new law, who is affected, and what steps employers may want to consider to ensure they are complying with this new law.

Update: Five Questions Companies Are Asking About DOL's New Independent Contractor Rule

Feb 22 2024 15 mins  
The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) recently issued a final rule imposing stricter criteria for companies to classify workers as independent contractors. This rule, effective as of March 11, 2024, deviates from the previous administration's interpretation of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and may result in more lawsuits related to misclassification. These lawsuits, if filed as

Labor Law Today—2023 Year in Review

Feb 05 2024 17 mins  
Get a preview of the fifth edition of Perkins Coie’s Labor Law Today—Year in Review report in this latest podcast episode. The speakers delve into the National Labor Relations Board and its general counsel’s aggressive employee-friendly actions; explore summaries of influential decisions like McClaren McComb, Cemex, and Stericycle; and unravel the notable uptick in strike act

Update: Recent Arizona Developments

Jan 29 2024 19 mins  
Join Kristie, Paul, and Jill as they discuss several recent employment law developments in Arizona and how they may impact employers.

Update: 2023 California Labor, Employment, and Independent Contractor Legislative Update

Jan 18 2024 21 mins  
With the 2023 California legislative year closed, we are ready to summarize the new legislation that will affect businesses operating in the state and highlight related action items. Join us as Heather, Brittany, and Katelyn discuss key labor and employment topics from the 2023 legislative session.

Update: DHS Introduces Alternative Remote I-9 Verification Procedure and New Form I-9

Jan 02 2024 16 mins  
Certain employers may feel the impact of recent modifications to the I-9 process, while all employers will be affected by the introduction of a new I-9 form. Eligible employers have the option to use an alternative verification method to virtually authenticate I-9 documents for their employees who were previously onboarded remotely due to COVID-19 accommodations. In addition, a new

Update: New California State Law Addresses Noncompete Agreements

Dec 28 2023 19 mins  
In this episode, Heather and Matt discuss Senate Bill 699 and provide tips on what actions employers may want to take to best serve their companies. The law, which takes effect on January 1, 2024, prohibits employers from enforcing contracts that are void under California Business and Professions Code Section 16600, even if the contracts were signed outside of California. The law a