News and Insights

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…

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…

9.17.26

IRS Issues Proposed Regulations on Contributions to Trump Accounts: What Employers Need to Know

The U.S. Department of Treasury and IRS recently issued proposed regulations addressing employer contributions to “Trump Accounts,” including the requirements employers must satisfy if they choose to…

9.14.26

December 31, 2026, Retirement Plan Amendment Deadline: What Plan Sponsors Need to Know

Takeaways Many private-sector retirement plan sponsors must adopt required SECURE Act, CARES Act, and SECURE 2.0 plan amendments by December 31, 2026. Operating a retirement plan in compliance with…

1.28.26

Action Required: Update Your Notice of Privacy Practices for Part 2 Records

In 2024, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services issued final rules requiring covered entities to revise their Notices of Privacy Practices (“NPPs”) to address substance use disorder records,…

3.31.26

Can a DSO Transaction Create an Overlooked Filing Requirement? (with Tyler Hubert)

Affiliated Service Groups (ASGs) are common in DSO structures, and depending on how employee benefits are arranged, they can unintentionally create a Multiple Employer Welfare Arrangement (MEWA),…

2.26.26

Can Voluntary Benefits Trigger ERISA Fiduciary Duties? (with Tyler Hubert)

If your voluntary benefits are employee-funded, they're exempt from ERISA… right? Not necessarily. In late December, Schlichter Bogard filed a series of class actions alleging that voluntary benefits…

2.02.26

Do Providers Need to Update Their HIPAA Privacy Notice? (with Jillie Foerster)

Healthcare providers and self-insured plan sponsors: You have until February 16, 2026 to update your HIPAA Notice of Privacy Practices.

12.02.25

Is psychedelic-assisted therapy the next step in workplace wellness?

What if employers could improve mental health, lower costs, and boost retention by offering treatments once considered unconventional? Brett Gelbord sits down with Jillie Gordon Foerster of Dykema’s…

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…

1.03.26

“Top Wage And Hour Cases To Watch In 2026”

Rob Boonin was quoted in the Law360 article, “Top Wage And Hour Cases To Watch In 2026.” Boonin said a potential U.S. Supreme Court ruling on whether last-mile delivery drivers are exempt from…

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…

9.18.26

30 Dykema Attorneys Named to Texas Super Lawyers and Rising Stars Lists for 2026

Dykema, a leading national law firm, announced today that 17 of its Texas-based attorneys—from multiple practice areas—were named to the 2026 Texas Super Lawyers list by Texas Super Lawyers Magazine.…

8.20.26

214 Dykema Lawyers Listed in The Best Lawyers in America® 2027 and Best Lawyers “Ones to Watch”

Dykema, a leading national law firm, announced today that 214 of its attorneys, in multiple practice areas and markets, have been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® 2027 guide and the Best…

6.04.26

Dykema Earns 19 Practice Area Rankings and 38 Individual Attorney Recognitions in Chambers USA 2026

Dykema, a leading national law firm, announced today that it received 19 total practice area rankings and 38 individual attorney rankings and recognition in the 2026 edition of Chambers USA: America’s…

4.01.21

Health Plans Contracting Handbook: A Guide for Payers and Providers

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…

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…