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Articles 11 results
12.02.25
“Employee Monitoring In The AI Age: Legal And Ethical Boundaries”
Matthew Hays, Nick Ustaski, and Jennifer Dickey authored the HR.com article, “Employee Monitoring In The AI Age: Legal And Ethical Boundaries.”
7.10.25
“Cannabis Employment Compliance: How to Navigate Complex State and Federal Regulations”
Brett Gelbord authored the Cannabis Business Times article, “Cannabis Employment Compliance: How to Navigate Complex State and Federal Regulations.”
3.05.25
“Michigan’s Earned Sick Time Act Gets a Makeover”
Mel Muskovitz authored the article, “Michigan’s Earned Sick Time Act Gets a Makeover,” which was published by MichBio.
Blog Posts 32 results
3.10.26
The Sixth Circuit’s recent decision in Bruce v. Adams & Reese, LLP (No. 25-5210) provides critical guidance on the application of the Ending Forced Arbitration of Sexual Assault and Sexual Harassment…
2.27.26
Takeaways NLRB Returns to 2020 Joint Employer Status Test On February 26, 2026, the National Labor Relations Board announced a return to the joint employer status test in effect during President…
2.20.26
DEI in the Crosshairs: EEOC Enforcement and Texas AG Scrutiny Signal Heightened Risk for Employers
On February 18, 2026, the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) filed a lawsuit against Coca-Cola Beverages Northeast, Inc., alleging sex discrimination under Title VII of the Civil…
Dykema Litigation Institute Webinars 1 result
8.06.24
Join us for an insightful webinar where you will discover practical strategies for effectively managing labor and employment law challenges and mitigating litigation risks in transactions.
Events 5 results
9.21.23
In spite of the fact that Congress and state legislatures are nearly at a stalemate, the employment law landscape continues to be ever changing either through rulings from the courts or changes in…
10.27.22
How May I Help You? Reasonable Accommodations Including Leaves of Absence
This session is designed to review when reasonable accommodations, such as remote work, and leaves of absence are mandated or just a good business practice. So many questions about leaves of absence…
5.03.19
Let’s Be Safe Out There (Workplace Violence)
Thankfully workplace violence is not a common occurrence in most workplaces. That said, the threat is ever present and even one act may have horrifying consequences. Though not to be down played, the…
Legal Alerts 12 results
1.30.23
Overview of the SECURE 2.0 Act's Impact on Retirement Plans
The SECURE 2.0 Act (the “Act”) was enacted on December 29, 2022. It includes over 90 new provisions impacting retirement plans, many of which are effective immediately. Please see the link below for…
1.26.23
Employers in Michigan can breathe a sigh of relief in the wake of today’s opinion from the Michigan Court of Appeals ruling that the Michigan Legislature acted appropriately when it followed an “amend…
12.17.22
Employers Must Prepare for Impending Changes to Michigan’s Paid Leave and Minimum Wage Laws
In July, the Michigan Court of Claims restored the Earned Sick Time Act (ESTA), as well as an earlier version of the minimum wage legislation, when it ruled that the manner in which the legislature…
One Minute Matters Video Series 10 results
2.24.26
Are Your DEI Programs Creating Legal Exposure? (with Michael Twomey)
Two recent developments are raising the stakes for employer DEI programs, and both deserve attention from HR and legal teams.
1.26.26
What Are the Major Employment Law Updates for 2026? (with Abad Lopez)
What’s the latest in employment law? From shifting NLRB standards and the fallout from the FTC’s stalled noncompete rule to a growing patchwork of state pay transparency laws, the compliance landscape…
5.19.25
Did SCOTUS Just Make It Easier to Sue Fiduciaries Under ERISA? (with Tyler Hubert)
SCOTUS just made it easier to sue fiduciaries under ERISA. In Cunningham v. Cornell, the Court dramatically lowered the pleading bar for prohibited transaction claims—reshaping the legal risk for plan…
Podcasts 5 results
1.30.25
How can cannabis companies retain their best employees?
How do you build a thriving workforce in an industry known for instability? Brett Gelbord sits down with Nate Russell and Ben Richards of The Lab to discuss what it takes to create fair and effective…
10.15.24
Is hiring a foreign national a risky move for cannabis employers?
Cannabis legalization may continue to spread state-by-state, but Uncle Sam still sees it as a controlled substance and those who engage in the field can fit the definition of narcotics traffickers. So…
5.09.23
Cannabis vs. corporate: What’s the difference when it comes to employee benefit plans?
For employers, providing a strong benefits package is key to attracting and retaining top talent. But in the cannabis industry, there’s no clear playbook for what this looks like. Brett Gelbord of…
Press Mentions 71 results
3.02.26
“Employers navigate tension between California protections and federal immigration enforcement”
Laura Worsinger was quoted in The Daily Journal article, “Employers navigate tension between California protections and federal immigration enforcement,” discussing how employers can stay compliant…
6.24.25
“4 State W&H Laws That Moved The Needle So Far In 2025”
Jim Hermon was quoted extensively in the Law360 article, “4 State W&H Laws That Moved The Needle So Far In 2025.”
2.18.25
“NLRB General Counsel Memos from the Biden Administration Revoked”
Rob Boonin was quoted in the SHRM article, “NLRB General Counsel Memos from the Biden Administration Revoked.”
Press Releases 35 results
2.20.26
Six Dykema Attorneys Listed as Southern California Super Lawyers and Rising Stars for 2026
Dykema, a leading national law firm, announced today that two of its Los Angeles-based attorneys were named to the 2026 Super Lawyers list by Southern California Super Lawyers Magazine. Additionally,…
1.21.26
Nine Dykema Attorneys Listed as 2026 Illinois Super Lawyers and Rising Stars
Dykema, a leading national law firm, announced today that nine attorneys from the firm’s Chicago office and from multiple practice areas were named to the 2026 Super Lawyers list by Illinois Super…
11.06.25
Dykema Receives 14 National Rankings and 158 Metro Rankings in Best Law Firms for 2026
Dykema, a leading national law firm, announced today that the firm was nationally ranked in 14 practice areas in the 2026 Best Law Firms list and received a total of 158 metropolitan rankings…
Speaking Engagements 28 results
4.16.26
Inventors as Employees: Managing the IP Created by Your Team
Mel Muskovitz will serve as a featured speaker for the MichBio IP & Legal Webinar Series event, “Inventors as Employees: Managing the IP Created by Your Team,” on Thursday, April 16, 2026.
10.14.25
Michael Twomey will serve as a featured speaker at the Houston Bar Association Labor & Employment Law Section’s event, “What’s Your Case Worth?,” which will take place on October 14.
7.01.25
Rob Boonin will serve as a featured presenter at the Society for Human Resource Management’s 25th Annual Meeting taking place in San Diego from June 29-July 2.
Webinars 23 results
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…
9.26.24
Labor & Employment Webinar Series—The New Era of Reasonable Accommodations
Join Dan Stern and Charlotte Carne to discuss reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (“ADA”) and the new Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (“PWFA”).
12.14.22
Sean Darke and Jasmina Aragon will serve as featured speakers for the Illinois Chamber of Commerce program, “Wage and Hour Issues to Watch Out For in 2023: For Illinois and California Employers,” on…
