News and Insights

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."

3.14.25

Attention L.A. Employers: Minimum Wage Increases Ahead for LAX and Los Angeles Hotel Workers

Takeaways Starting in July of this year and continuing through 2028, Los Angeles is poised to implement incremental increases to its minimum wage for airport and hotel workers, impacting businesses…

3.12.25

Navigating the New Framework: Strategies for Compliance Amid the New Administration’s DEI Rollbacks

Since inauguration, the Trump Administration has targeted Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (“DEI”) and Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility (“DEIA”) programs across both public and private…

2.21.25

Michigan’s Last-Minute Sick Leave Overhaul: Key Changes Employers Need to Know

In an 11th-hour compromise late on February 20th, the Michigan Legislature passed an amendment to the Earned Sick Time Act that was scheduled to go into effect on February 21st. The amendatory act…

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.

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…

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.

2.11.25

Navigating the Risks: How the Trump Administration’s DEI Executive Order Could Expose Your Organization to False Claims Act Liability

One of the Trump administration’s most talked about executive orders targets private sector DEI programs. Among its litany of enforcement tools and methods designed to encourage the private sector to…

12.10.24

New 2025 California Employment Laws and Judicial Decisions and How Businesses Can Protect Themselves

Last year, the California legislature focused on strengthening existing laws to expand workers’ rights. Across-the-board wage increases impacted non-exempt and exempt employees, particularly…

12.22.23

Chicago Passes Expansive Paid Leave Ordinance

On November 9, 2023, the Chicago City Council passed a new Paid Leave and Paid Sick Leave Ordinance, which replaces the current Paid Sick Leave Ordinance, and grants up to 10 total days of paid time…

3.18.25

One Minute Matters [Video]: Could Your 401(k) Plan’s Forfeitures Trigger an ERISA Lawsuit? (with Jillie Foerster)

Is your 401(k) plan’s forfeiture policy a lawsuit waiting to happen? Recent class actions are challenging how plan sponsors use forfeited employer contributions—putting companies at risk. With courts…

3.06.25

One Minute Matters [Video]: Should Health Plans Be Forced to Disclose Pharmacy Reimbursement Rates? (with Tyler Hubert)

New pharmacy payment reporting rules are here—is your health plan prepared? Arkansas Rule 128 is part of a growing trend: states demanding more transparency from health plans on pharmacy reimbursement…

1.21.25

One Minute Matters [Video]: Illinois Is Rolling Out a Wave of New Employment Laws For 2025—Is Your Company in Compliance? (with Abad Lopez)

New year, new guidelines for Illinois employers. From pay transparency requirements to new protections under the Worker Freedom of Speech Act, the state is rolling out a host of new laws aimed at…

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…

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…

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.”

11.01.24

“What To Listen For In Oral Args On FLSA Evidence Standards”

Rob Boonin was quoted in the Law360 Employment Authority article, “What To Listen For In Oral Args On FLSA Evidence Standards.”

10.04.24

“3 requests that probably aren’t ADA accommodations”

Dan Stern was extensively quoted in the HR Dive article, “3 requests that probably aren’t ADA accommodations.”

3.10.25

Dykema Doubles Houston Office Headcount With the Addition of Seven Attorneys

Dykema, a leading national law firm, announced the addition of seven attorneys to the firm’s Houston office, doubling the office’s lawyer headcount. This expansion strengthens the firm’s capabilities…

1.15.25

Dykema Elects Nine New Members

Dykema, a leading national law firm, announced today that its Executive Board elected nine new members to the firm effective January 1, 2025.

11.07.24

Dykema Receives 15 National Rankings and 153 Metro Rankings in Best Law Firms for 2025

Dykema, a leading national law firm, announced today that the firm was nationally ranked in 15 practice areas in the 2025 Best Law Firms list and received a total of 153 metropolitan rankings…

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…

4.01.21

Health Plans Contracting Handbook: A Guide for Payers and Providers

9.05.24

“‘I Don't Want to Work, and You Can't Make Me’ - Attendance, Leaves of Absence and Reasonable Accommodations”

Ray Bissmeyer and Dan Stern served as featured presenters at the San Antonio SHRM annual Employment Law Conference on September 5, 2024. Bissmeyer and Stern co-presented, “‘I Don't Want to Work, and…

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. 

3.06.25

Michigan’s Last-Minute Sick Leave Overhaul: Key Changes Employers Need to Know

Join Jim Hermon and Charlotte Carne for an informative one-hour webinar where they will offer practical solutions for employers navigating compliance with the newly-revived regulations.

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…

1.14.25

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.