Supreme Court Stays Gwynne Wilcox Reinstatement
April 21, 2025
On April 9, 2025, the U.S. Supreme Court issued a brief order staying a previous U.S. District Court ruling that had reinstated former National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) member Gwynne Wilcox.
New Form I-9 Released
April 07, 2025
The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) issued a new edition of the Form I-9 for employers. The new I-9 updates statutory language on the form, as well as an updated privacy notice. The new form is dated 1/20/2025 and has the expiration date of May 31, 2027.
Protecting Employee Data: Navigating the Risks of Cybersecurity Breaches and Legal Liabilities for Employers
April 01, 2025
From employee resumes to FMLA request paperwork, small to medium sized employers control vaults of sensitive data, personally identifying information (PII), and protected health information (PHI).
Last Minute Changes to Michigan’s Paid Sick Leave Law
March 07, 2025
Michigan employers have been scrambling to update employee handbooks and paid leave policies to comply with Michigan’s reinstated Earned Sick... Read More
myHRcounsel Announces Thrilling Long-Term Partnership with PrimePay
February 14, 2025
Hopkins, MN – February 12, 2025 – myHRcounsel, a trusted name in on-demand HR and legal compliance services, is proud... Read More
Federal Employee Buyout Plan Halted
February 07, 2025
What happened? Just hours before the deadline for federal employees to accept the Trump Administration’s buyout offer, a federal judge... Read More
Department of Labor Provides New Guidance for Employers on FMLA Substitution Rule
January 17, 2025
Under the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), eligible employees are entitled to 12 weeks of unpaid, job-protected leave for... Read More
Increased Penalties for I-9 Violations Put Noncompliant Employers at Risk
January 13, 2025
Effective January 2, 2025, the Department of Homeland Security Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has increased penalties for Form I-9... Read More
Employers Updating Drug Free Workplace Policies with New Recreational Cannabis Laws
January 06, 2025
As of January 1, 2025, 24 states have legalized recreational adult use cannabis. Many of the relevant statutes have reserved... Read More
Top Five Things HR Professionals Need to Get Ready for the New Year
December 30, 2024
Some professions are enjoying a lovely week of time off between Christmas and New Year’s Day. But there’s no time... Read More
Holiday Party Dangers
December 13, 2024
With Thanksgiving behind us, the Holiday Party Season is upon us. From Christmas to Festivus, and everything in between, many... Read More
myHRcounsel Partners with Alliance Franchise Brands
December 09, 2024
myHRcounsel© is pleased to announce a new partnership with Alliance Franchise Brands. This partnership will provide the company’s franchise members... Read More
Federal Judge Strikes Down Overtime Rule
November 18, 2024
What happened? The new overtime threshold rule, which we covered back in April 2024, was struck down by federal judge... Read More
Voters Decide on Minimum Wage, Paid Sick Leave & More
November 13, 2024
Several measures that will affect businesses were on the ballot, including minimum wage, medicinal & recreational marijuana, and paid sick... Read More
Voting Leave Requirements by State
November 13, 2024
States around the country have varying voting leave laws businesses must comply with for elections. We’ve compiled a list to... Read More
Department of Labor Issues Principles and Best Practices on AI and Worker Well-Being
October 23, 2024
The Department of Labor (DOL) issued AI guidance on October 16, 2024. The Principles and Best Practices on AI and... Read More
Two FMLA Tips to Avoid Costly Lawsuits
October 18, 2024
Going to court to defend against being sued by an employee is expensive, even if you ultimately prevail. To reduce... Read More
Non-Competes: Becoming Increasingly Difficult to Implement and Enforce
October 15, 2024
As 2024 was the year that Federal Government agencies (specifically the FTC) continued ruling against non-compete cases, they simultaneously created... Read More
DOL Releases AI and Inclusive Hiring Framework
October 09, 2024
In September 2024, the US Department of Labor (DOL) released an AI and Inclusive Hiring Framework. The Framework seeks to... Read More
“Changes on the Horizon”- a letter from our CEO Mark Young
October 07, 2024
There’s just 28 days until the election, which many sources believe will be close, and we know there will be... Read More