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Articles 61 results

5.28.24

“Independent Contractor or Employee? It’s Time for Employers to Reassess.”

Mel Muskovitz's article, “Independent Contractor or Employee? It’s Time for Employers to Reassess,” appeared in the Detroit Regional Chamber's Michigan Business Beat's roundup from the 2024 Mackinac…

2.01.24

"Pay Transparency Laws: The Good, The Bad, And The Ugly"

Elizabeth Voss and Nick Ustaski authored the HR.com article, "Pay Transparency Laws: The Good, The Bad, And The Ugly."

1.25.24

"Wage Increases And Workers' Rights: A Deep Dive Into California's New Laws"

Laura Worsinger, Char Carne, and Jasmina Aragon authored the HR.com article, "Wage Increases And Workers' Rights: A Deep Dive Into California's New Laws."

Blog Posts 115 results

8.21.24

Federal Court Blocks FTC Rule Banning Employee Non-Competes

Yesterday, a federal court in Texas issued a nationwide injunction preventing the Federal Trade Commission’s rule banning nearly all employee non-compete agreements from taking effect on September 4,…

8.01.24

Employers Take Note: Michigan Supreme Court Imposes a February 2025 Deadline to Drastically Overhaul Key Employment Policies Statewide

On Wednesday, July 31, 2024, the Michigan Supreme Court handed down its opinion in Mothering Justice et al. v. Attorney General et al. In this case, community organizations challenged the State…

7.08.24

Judge Preliminarily Pauses FTC Noncompete Ban as Applied to the Texas Challengers; Ruling on the Merits Expected in August

On July 3, 2024, Judge Ada E. Brown of the United States District Court for the Northern District of Texas issued a preliminary injunction in Ryan et al. v. Federal Trade Commission, preventing the…

Dykema Drives Auto Webinars 2 results

4.10.24

Dykema’s 2024 Automotive Trends Webinar Series: Labor & Employment

Join us for this insightful webinar addressing critical labor and employment issues shaping the automotive sector. 

4.27.23

Dykema’s 2023 Automotive Trends Report Webinar Series: ESG, Labor and Employment, Antitrust

This webinar will address survey findings in the ESG, labor and employment and antitrust sectors.

Dykema Litigation Institute Webinars 5 results

8.06.24

Employment Law Tightrope: Balancing Litigation and Other Employment Law Risks in Corporate Transactions

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.

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…

7.23.19

Litigating Trade Secrets and Patents: When, Where, Who, Why and Other Questions You Were Afraid to Ask

The Defend Trade Secrets Act (DTSA) resulted in an increase in trade secret claims in the last three years. Separately, while there had been a slowdown in patent litigation claims during that same…

Events 26 results

4.02.24

Activists and an Election Year – What Could Go Wrong?

In this seminar, we will discuss the continuing development of legal issues through administrative agency action and court decisions, as well as potential “landmines” for employer liability and…

9.21.23

Adapting to a Shifting Employment Law Landscape: Navigating Recent Developments, Regulations, and Trends in Today’s Workplace

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…

3.07.23

New Year—New Employment Challenges

If your New Year’s resolution is to be compliant with new employment laws, this program may be just what you need.

Legal Alerts 131 results

8.16.24

One Minute Matters [Video]: Can Illinois Businesses Finally Relax on Their Biometric Data Policies? (with Melanie Chico)

Will Illinois businesses finally be able to relax on their biometric data policies? In response to calls to reform the Illinois Biometric Information Privacy Act (BIPA), Governor Pritzker signed an…

8.15.24

One Minute Matters [Video]: OSHA Wants To Protect Workers From Heat Stress—Are You in Compliance With Their Proposal? (with Gavin Hill)

What happens when your staff can't take the heat? A new proposal from OSHA aims to protect indoor and outdoor workers from heat stress by requiring employers to implement preventative measures such as…

8.07.24

One Minute Matters [Video]: How Will the End of Chevron Deference Impact Employment Regulations? (with Abad Lopez)

The Supreme Court's decision to overturn the Chevron doctrine has far-reaching implications for employment law. Abad Lopez provides a breakdown of which employment rules might be impacted by the…

Podcasts 3 results

4.25.23

Ya don't know what ya don't know (Part 2): OSHA compliance as a small business owner

One of the perks of owning a small business (along with the freedom to wear shorts around the office) is that you can operate outside of OSHA standards.  Right? Wrong! (Just the second part—we’re not…

4.11.23

Weed at work? What cannabis companies need to know about employment law

Whether you’re a grow operator, retail location, or anything in between, conflicts between state and federal cannabis laws can create a complex legal landscape for cannabis employers at every level.…

Press Mentions 287 results

8.10.24

“Paid Sick Leave and Minimum Wage Updates with Dykema”

Jim Hermon was featured in the Detroit Regional Chamber video, “Paid Sick Leave and Minimum Wage Updates with Dykema.”

8.06.24

“Legislative lowdown: NLRB restores pre-2020 union representation policies”

Rob Boonin was quoted in the HR Brew article, “Legislative lowdown: NLRB restores pre-2020 union representation policies.”

8.01.24

“Mich. Ruling Ushers In Sweeping Paid Leave, Wage Changes”

Rob Boonin was quoted in the Law360 article, “Mich. Ruling Ushers In Sweeping Paid Leave, Wage Changes.”

Press Releases 138 results

8.15.24

216 Dykema Lawyers Listed in The Best Lawyers in America® 2025 and Best Lawyers “Ones to Watch”

Dykema, a leading national law firm, announced today that 216 of its attorneys, in multiple practice areas and markets, have been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® 2025 guide and the Best…

8.12.24

47 Dykema Attorneys Named to 2024 Michigan Super Lawyers and Rising Stars Lists

Dykema, a leading national law firm, announced today that 26 of its attorneys from the firm’s Michigan offices—and from multiple practice areas—were named to the 2024 Super Lawyers list by Michigan…

6.06.24

Dykema Earns 16 Practice Area Rankings and 33 Individual Rankings in Chambers USA 2024

Dykema, a leading national law firm, announced today that it received 33 individual attorney rankings and 16 practice area rankings in the 2024 edition of Chambers USA: America’s Leading Lawyers for…

Publications 3 results

2.14.24

2024 Automotive Trends

Dykema’s 2nd Annual Automotive Trends Report has taken the pulse of industry leaders—from original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and suppliers to seasoned executives and key decision-makers—to…

1.18.22

2022 Congressional Outlook

Dykema's Federal Government Policy Team shares an overview of the political and policy landscape on Capitol Hill for 2022. The group summarizes some of the areas that Congress will focus on in the…

Speaking Engagements 56 results

6.20.24

Emerging Trends in Employment Law and Their Impact on Your Business

Joe Rubio and Dan Stern will serve as featured presenters for the Create FW event, "Emerging Trends in Employment Law and Their Impact on Your Business," taking place Thursday, June 20, 2024, from 9…

6.06.24

“Do you use any Independent Contractors? Beware of the New Rules!”

Rob Boonin will serve as a featured speaker at the mParks (Michigan Recreation and Parks Assn) Conference in Lansing, Michigan, on June 5, 2024. 

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."

Webinars 60 results

12.04.24

Char's Corner: Employee Mobility in California (Session 4)

This program will provide an overview of the unique challenges in California when attempting to protect employees, confidentiality and trade secrets.

10.30.24

Char's Corner: #MeToo Movement’s Effect on California (Session 3)

This program will focus on analyzing arbitrability of claims involving sex harassment, California’s Equal Pay Act, pay transparency and pay reporting requirements.

8.28.24

Char's Corner: Key California Wage & Hour and Class Action Updates (Session 2)

This program will provide an overview of key California wage and hour and class action updates to provide attendees a better understanding of California’s Labor Code and the Private Attorneys General…