“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.” 

In the article, Hermon commented on Michigan's revised Earned Sick Time Act (ESTA), highlighting that the original version was overly vague and strongly pro-employee, making compliance difficult for employers. While the amended version removed the private right of action and allowed use of existing PTO policies, Hermon emphasized that significant compliance challenges remain—particularly a provision that prohibits employers from requiring proof for absences of fewer than three consecutive days, which he said opens the door for potential abuse.