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1.15.25

U.S. Supreme Court Clarifies Employers’ Burden To Prove FLSA White Collar Exemptions, but Questions Persist Regarding Salary Requirements

The United States Supreme Court issued an important decision for employers on January 15, 2025, where It held that employers do not have a heightened standard of proof to show that an employee is…

12.23.24

2025 Michigan Labor and Employment Legal Updates

Mothering Justice Decision On July 31, 2024, the Michigan Supreme Court decided Mothering Justice et al. v. Attorney General et al. In that case, the Court reinstated two laws, the Earned Sick Time…

12.13.24

Illinois Labor and Employment 2025 Employment Law Update

With 2025 quickly approaching, Illinois employers should be aware of new changes in Illinois state employment laws. There are a number of Illinois employment laws and amendments that have either…

11.10.22

Preparing for a Post-Pandemic Workplace in 2023

Join Dykema’s Labor and Employment team as they explore the Department of Labor’s recently proposed independent contractor rules. Dykema’s panel will discuss the litigation risks that employers will…

1.09.24

"DOL's Contractor Rule Divides Employment Law World"

Sean Darke was quoted in the Law360 article, "DOL's Contractor Rule Divides Employment Law World." In the article, Darke points out that employers should prepare for enforcement by reviewing their…

1.21.25

12 Dykema Attorneys Listed as 2025 Illinois Super Lawyers and Rising Stars

Dykema, a leading national law firm, announced today that 11 attorneys from the firm’s Chicago office and from multiple practice areas were named to the 2025 Super Lawyers list by Illinois Super…

2.28.24

Sean Darke Recognized as a “Go To Lawyer” for Employment Law by Michigan Lawyers Weekly

Dykema, a leading national law firm, announced today that Sean Darke was selected by Michigan Lawyers Weekly as a “Go To Lawyer” for Employment Law. 

7.13.22

Labor and Employment Attorney Sean F. Darke Joins Dykema’s Bloomfield Hills Office

Dykema, a leading national law firm, today announced the addition of Sean F. Darke to its Labor and Employment Practice Group as a Member in the firm’s Bloomfield Hills office. Darke joins Dykema…

5.08.24

Understanding Employment Law Pitfalls for 2024

Sean Darke and Abad Lopez will serve as featured presenters for the Illinois Chamber seminar, "Understanding Employment Law Pitfalls for 2024."

3.06.24

"Federal Compliance Ground Rules are Changing Fast – How to Avoid Growing 'Gotchas'"

Rob Boonin and Sean Darke will both serve as featured presenters at the MiBiz360: Talent & HR Summit taking place March 6, 2024, at the Marriott East Lansing.

10.12.23

The Complex World of Independent Contractor Agreements – Just Got More Complicated!

Sean Darke will serve as a featured presenter for the Illinois Chamber presentation, "The Complex World of Independent Contractor Agreements – Just Got More Complicated!".

1.29.25

Trump 2.0: What Employers Can Expect with a New Administration for Labor and Employment Laws

With a new administration taking over the White House, employers can expect many changes in the employment and labor arena under federal law. Please join Dykema attorneys Jim Aldrich, Abad Lopez, and…

8.22.24

Major Changes Coming to Michigan’s Minimum Wage and Sick Time Laws – Be Prepared!

The Michigan Supreme Court’s July 31, 2024 decision in Mothering Justice v. Attorney General has triggered massive changes to Michigan’s Minimum Wage and Paid Sick Leave laws that go into effect on…

5.02.24

New U.S. DOL Rules Explained: Will Your Workforce Be in Compliance?

Join Dykema employment and labor attorneys Rob Boonin and Sean Darke as they discuss the DOL new overtime regulations and how employers can comply with these new regulations.