New England Biz Law Update

The federal government is preparing for a significant expansion of immigration enforcement in 2026, including increased workplace raids and expanded agency funding.

A Superior Court judge in Massachusetts has ruled that job applicants needed to show some form of tangible harm in order to proceed with putative class actions alleging that four national retailers violated state law requiring notice on job applications that it’s unlawful for employers to require lie detector tests.

In-house attorneys are faced with the same dilemma we all are — whether and how to adopt artificial intelligence.

Rising tariffs are squeezing small businesses faster than anyone expected, a new analysis from the Joint Economic Committee reveals.

Corporate flips—often called “US flip‑ups” or redomiciliations—have become a key tool for international companies seeking serious access to US capital, talent, and exit markets.

The chair of the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has publicly encouraged white male employees who believe they have experienced discrimination to file complaints, emphasizing that federal anti-discrimination laws protect all workers, regardless of race or gender.

New York Attorney General Letitia James has filed a lawsuit accusing UPS of failing to pay thousands of delivery drivers and helpers for all compensable work during peak holiday periods.

Many employers use the start of a new year as a signal to update their internal policies and employee handbooks to ensure continued compliance with state and federal laws. This becomes an opportunity for employers to implement necessary changes just as new regulations take effect.

Whether it's a disagreement with a supplier, a conflict with an employee, or a legal battle with a competitor, these disputes can and do drain resources, damage relationships, and tarnish a company's reputation.

The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission has released updated guidance and educational materials clarifying how national origin discrimination is defined and enforced under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act.