Workplace Rules

Oct 07 2024 58 ep. 2

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As the workplace continues to evolve, understanding the latest employment rules and regulations becomes increasingly critical. Hosted by Perkins Coie’s Labor & Employment lawyers, Workplace Rules offers engaging discussions with in-house professionals, outside counsel, and leading experts on current labor and employment law topics, including regulatory changes and trends in litigation.

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Supreme Court Overrules Chevron; Courts Must Determine “Best” Meaning of Statutes Without Deference

Oct 07 2024 21 mins

This podcast episode features Chris Wilkinson and Sopen Shah discussing the significant impact of the Loper Bright decision, which eliminated Chevron deference, on employment and labor law. The speakers delve into the implications of this decision on agency rulemaking at both federal and state levels and how it may change the way regulated parties interpret regulatory authorities.

Navigating the SEC’s Whistleblower Protection Rule in Agreements with Employees

Sep 16 2024 21 mins

In this episode, Kristie and Allison discuss how the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) scrutinizes agreements with employees under the whistleblower protection rule. Their conversation focuses on the SEC’s enforcement efforts against employers based on agreements with their employees, with a particular emphasis on confidentiality agreements and their potential to impe

Run-up to the Election: What Should We Expect in the Federal Labor Space?

Sep 16 2024 32 mins

In this episode, Ann Marie and Chris discuss what employers might expect in the run-up to the 2024 election regarding labor and employment law changes. They explore the impact of the Biden administration’s regulations including an extensive discussion of the FTC’s noncompete rule, the potential implications of the 2024 election, and the influence of unions on the election.

Update: Muldrow Sets a New Standard for Workplace Discrimination

Jul 03 2024 16 mins

In this episode, Chris and Jeremy analyze a recent Supreme Court decision affecting anti-discrimination laws, Muldrow v. City of St. Louis case. They discuss how this ruling expands the scope of "adverse actions" in the employment context and its impact on workplace policies and diversity efforts. The episode offers crucial insights for employment lawyers and human resource profess

Update: Washington State Tightens Noncompete Restrictions

Jul 01 2024 20 mins

In this episode, James and Heather discuss the recent updates to Washington state's non-competition laws, which took effect on June 6, 2024. They explore the implications for employers and employees and consider the impact of an FTC rule that bans most non-competes. Key topics include the stricter scrutiny and enforcement of non-competes, revised definitions, and the effects on emp

Update: EEOC’s Final Rule Regarding Pregnant Workers Fairness Act

Jun 17 2024 7 mins

Earlier this year, the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) issued its Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA) Final Rule, which has recently gone into effect. In this episode, Emily and Lara discuss the PWFA, covering the background, provisions, and implications of the law.

Navigating Compliance: Understanding the Davis-Bacon Act and Service Contract Act for Federal Contractors

Apr 23 2024 16 mins

In this episode, Chris and Shannon explore the Davis-Bacon Act and the Service Contract Act. Listen as they cover the implications of these regulations for federal contractors and gain valuable insights into the crucial considerations that contractors must be aware of to maintain compliance.

Update: Proposed Rule Would Impose Pay Transparency and Salary History Requirements for Federal Contractors

Apr 19 2024 11 mins

The Federal Acquisition Regulatory Council recently issued a Proposed Rule that would require pay transparency in federal contracting. In this episode, Chris and Jeremy discuss the proposed rule in detail. They cover the implications of the rule, the current landscape of pay equity law, and the steps federal contractors may want to take to prepare for this rule.

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