Restaurant Rebound: How Employers Can Build and Keep Top-Notch Service Teams
Release Date: 07/19/2021
ESG: U.S. Employers Reporting Obligations in the E.U.
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The European Union's Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) mandates comprehensive sustainability reporting with an eye toward increased transparency for both EU companies and qualifying non-EU companies with significant operations in the EU. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to ESG and CSRD 03:01 Understanding the EU Directives and Their Impact 05:46 Current State of ESG Regulations in the US 08:58 Implications for US Companies Under EU Directives 12:07 Key Reporting Requirements for US Employers 15:06 Navigating Employee Classification and Rights 17:59 Potential Audit Triggers...
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Workplace Law After ‘Loper’: What’s Next?
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Federal regulations shape the workplace environment daily. With the Supreme Court’s recent decision to overturn the Chevron doctrine, the Court’s ruling in the Jarkesy decision, and the anticipated return of the Trump administration in January 2025, businesses face a dynamic regulatory landscape. These developments and ongoing challenges to federal agency authority could significantly impact employers. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Workplace Law and Recent Supreme Court Decisions 02:04 Impact of Loper Bright on Workplace Regulations 05:50 Ongoing Legal Challenges and Agency...
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We get AI for work: An Exclusive Chat with Mark Zheng, Lead Corporate Counsel at Duolingo
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For businesses adopting AI in the workplace, protecting intellectual property presents another legal consideration for employers. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to AI in the Workplace 01:31 Understanding Duolingo and Its AI Integration 03:36 Intellectual Property Concerns in AI 07:54 Governance and Policy for AI Usage 11:37 Vendor Management and AI Implementation 13:25 Key Takeaways on AI and IP Issues
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We get AI for work: An Exclusive Interview with Keith Sonderling, Former EEOC Commissioner
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AI is not only the future of technology, but also business and very few organizations are not actively discussing whether and how to strategically implement AI strategies and tools. As AI technology advances at an extraordinary pace, staying ahead of the curve is essential for maintaining competitiveness and innovation.
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Post-Election Insights: What It Means for Your Business
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As a second Trump administration prepares to take office in January 2025, Washington, D.C., is again at the epicenter of significant political shifts that will impact workplace law and likely impact your organization.
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Language Matters: How the New Fair Choice Rule is Shaping the Construction Industry
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The National Labor Relations Board’s Fair Choice-Employee Voice Final Rule was enacted on September 30, 2024, significantly changing union elections. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the NLRB's New Rule 02:50 Understanding Section 8(f) and Section 9(a) Agreements 06:08 Implications of the New Fair Choice Rule 09:04 Key Takeaways for Construction Employers 11:46 Final Thoughts and Compliance Strategies
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We get AI for work: Tackling the Challenges of Diverse AI Systems
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AI is a frequently used term that is only sometimes fully understood in the workplace or legal context. Since no single type of AI performs all functions, employers must identify which type or subset of AI—such as generative AI, machine learning, predictive analytics, or natural language processing—their organization is using or considering. Additionally, understanding how various laws and regulations may impact AI's use is crucial.
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Navigating Cannabis Rescheduling: Key Insights for Healthcare
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Earlier this year, the DEA responded to President Biden’s directive to reschedule cannabis from Schedule I to Schedule III of the Controlled Substances Act. This pivotal change, if finalized, would reclassify marijuana as a drug with moderate to low potential for dependence, strictly for medical use. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Workplace Issues and Cannabis Rescheduling 05:06 Understanding the Rescheduling Process of Cannabis 09:48 Implications of Rescheduling for Employers 15:07 Legal Challenges and Considerations for Healthcare Employers 19:50 Navigating Drug Testing and Employee...
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Workplace Law After ‘Loper’: The Impact on Immigration Compliance
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The impact of the Loper Bright and Jarkesy decisions could be widely felt including in increased immigration litigation and challenges. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Workplace Law and Recent Supreme Court Decisions 02:51 Impact of Loper Brighton Immigration Compliance 05:46 Understanding the Jarkesy Decision and Its Implications 09:02 Case Studies: Walmart and SpaceX Decisions 11:45 Challenges to Administrative Authority and Future Litigation 15:09 The Future of Immigration Policies and Employer Leverage 18:01 Conclusion and Future Outlook on Workplace Law
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Hiring the Future: Navigating New Immigration Policies for AI and STEM Talent
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United States technology employers increasingly look to add skilled AI talent to their ranks, including J-1 research scholars and F-1 STEM students. For organizations who do, it’s crucial to consider recent United States Citizenship and Immigration Services policy changes and upcoming regulations which are important when developing new pathways and improving programs to attract and retain top foreign nationals with AI experience.
info_outlineThe restaurant industry continues its slow, but steady recovery from the impacts of COVID-19. One of the most critical issues facing employers is attracting and retaining talent in the face of increasing difficulties to do so.
This episode explores new approaches employers are piloting in an attempt to become an employer of choice in the industry—and not only stay in business but ultimately thrive.