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5.27.20

A COVID-19 Flash Survey of What Employers Are Thinking and Doing

Detroit-based attorneys Robert A. Boonin and Andrea Frailey of Dykema’s Labor and Employment Practice Group co-authored an article for Michigan Bar Journal titled, “A COVID-19 Flash Survey of What…

Blog Posts 5 results

7.01.25

Decision Alert: Retirees Cannot Bring a Claim Under the ADA as a “Qualified Individual”

In Stanley v. City of Sanford, the Court held 7-2 that a retiree is not a “qualified individual” under Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), as the statute applies only to…

12.15.21

Labor and Employment Compliance in 2022

A few things employers should consider as the New Year approaches As a new year approaches, one thing many have in common is wondering about what lies ahead. Here are just a few things employers…

3.24.21

Hidden in the American Rescue Plan Act: More Reasons for Employees To Take FFCRA Leave and More Time for Employers To Receive Tax Credits

While many Americans are receiving their $1,400 payments from the American Rescue Plan Act (“ARPA”), signed into law on March 11, 2021, employers should be paying attention to the somewhat buried…

Legal Alerts 43 results

7.11.25

One Big Beautiful Bill Act of 2025: Key Changes to Employee Benefit Plans

The recently signed One Big Beautiful Bill Act of 2025 introduces a wide range of changes impacting employee benefit plans—some immediate and others phased in over time. This alert provides a…

4.08.25

Important Updates on Annual Funding Notice Requirements: Insights from EBSA's Recent Guidance

On April 3, 2025, the Employee Benefits Security Administration (EBSA) of the U.S. Department of Labor released Field Assistance Bulleting No. 2025-02 regarding recent changes to the Annual Funding…

11.02.23

IRS Announces 2024 Limits for Qualified Retirement Plans

The IRS recently issued Notice 2023-75 announcing the annual cost-of-living adjustments applicable to qualified retirement plans for 2024. The following alert contains a list of the key annual limits…

One Minute Matters Video Series 7 results

5.19.25

One Minute Matters [Video]: 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…

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…

Podcasts 1 result

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 27 results

5.14.21

Donna McElroy Quoted in SHRM Article on Pregnant Workers Fairness Act

Donna McElroy, San Antonio-based Member in Dykema’s Labor & Employment practice group, was quoted in the SHRM article, “House Passes Pregnant Workers Fairness Act.”

5.05.21

Donna McElroy Addresses Pregnant Workers Fairness Act in HR Magazine

Donna McElroy was quoted in the HR Magazine article, "Pregnant Workers Fairness Act Reintroduced." In the article, McElroy comments on issues created by the Young decision. Addresses Pregnant Workers…

4.06.21

Bonnie Mayfield Quoted in Law360 on Ways to Protect Diversity in the Midst of Layoffs

Bonnie Mayfield, Bloomfield Hills-based member in Dykema's Labor and Employment practice group, was quoted in a Law360 article titled, “3 Ways to Protect Diversity If Layoffs Are Unavoidable.” The…

Press Releases 59 results

8.21.25

209 Dykema Lawyers Listed in The Best Lawyers in America® 2026 and Best Lawyers “Ones to Watch”

Dykema, a leading national law firm, announced today that 209 of its attorneys, in multiple practice areas and markets, have been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® 2026 guide and the Best…

6.05.25

Dykema Earns 18 Practice Area Rankings and 35 Individual Rankings in Chambers USA 2025

Dykema, a leading national law firm, announced today that it received 35 individual attorney rankings and 18 practice area rankings in the 2025 edition of Chambers USA: America’s Leading Lawyers for…

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…

Speaking Engagements 1 result

2.23.23

Bissmeyer, Stern, and Foerster to Present at 18th Annual Employment Law Seminar

Ray Bissmeyer, Dan Stern, and Jillian Foerster will serve as featured presenters at San Antonio Manufacturing Association’s 18thAnnual Employment Law Seminar, “Post COVID Employment Law – What Does…

Webinars 16 results

6.17.21

We Have to Do What? Employment Law Update 2021, Webinar, American Payroll Association, Alamo Chapter

Daniel Stern, San Antonio-based member of Dykema’s Labor & Employment Practice Group, will serve as a featured presenter at the American Payroll Association Alamo Chapter’s webinar, “We Have to Do…

2.11.21

Employment Law Update, Independent Bankers Association of Texas 2021 Virtual HR Summit

Donna McElroy, San Antonio-based member in Dykema’s Labor & Employment practice group, will present the Independent Bankers Association of Texas 2021 Virtual HR Summit session, “Employment Law…

2.02.21

2021 Is Going To Be A Challenging Year For California Employers

Despite the previous year’s challenges, 2021 presents new obstacles for California employers.  The emergence of COVID-19 has resulted in new laws for notice, training, and responding to COVID-19 in…