News and Insights

3.05.25

“Michigan’s Earned Sick Time Act Gets a Makeover”

Mel Muskovitz authored the article, “Michigan’s Earned Sick Time Act Gets a Makeover,” which was published by MichBio. 

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."

6.30.25

3 Important DOL Wage and Hour Enforcement Changes Employers Should Watch

Takeaways It’s been just over 100 days under the new Administration. We have a new Secretary of Labor, and we’re on the cusp of most of the other nominees for key DOL positions being confirmed by the…

6.25.25

Reverse Discrimination Claims Are Easier To Pursue After SCOTUS Decision

Takeaways On June 5, 2025, the U.S. Supreme Court (“SCOTUS”) issued a unanimous decision in Ames v. Ohio Department of Youth Services, which rejected a heightened standard for pursuing reverse…

6.23.25

Texas Considers Statewide Ban-the-Box Law: What Employers Need to Know

Takeways In March 2025, House Bill 2466 (HB 2466), also known as the “Ban the Box” law, was referred to the House Workforce Subcommittee. If passed and signed into law, HB 2466 would take effect…

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.

5.30.25

DOJ Ramps Up False Claims Act Enforcement Against DEI Programs Under Trump-Era Policies

As we have previously examined, one of the earliest actions of the Trump Administration was the issuance of an Executive Order aimed at eliminating diversity, equity, and inclusion (“DEI”)…

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…

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…

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…

6.24.25

“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.”

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.”

6.27.25

Dykema Secures Trial Victory in California Employment Class Action for Northwest Pallet Services, LLC

Dykema, a leading national law firm, announced today that its Labor and Employment Litigation team secured a significant trial victory on behalf of client Northwest Pallet Services, LLC, in a high…

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…

5.05.25

Dykema Crosses Borders and Practices to Secure $30M+ Acquisition for Managed Network Systems, Inc.

Dykema proudly congratulates Zhone Technologies, Inc., on its successful acquisition of key assets from DZS Inc. through a Chapter 7 bankruptcy proceeding in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Eastern…

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

7.01.25

Overtime Compliance 2025: The Latest Expectations from Capitol Hill and the DOL and How to Avoid Common Compliance Pitfalls

Rob Boonin will serve as a featured presenter at the Society for Human Resource Management’s 25th Annual Meeting taking place in San Diego from June 29-July 2.

6.03.25

Opportunities in North & Central America

James Prappas will serve as a featured presenter at the Energy Exports Conference in Aberdeen, Scotland. 

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…

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.