New England Biz Law Update

Retaliation claims aren’t just about hurt feelings or workplace drama. Handled incorrectly, they can lead to serious legal consequences. Employers need to be proactive, not reactive, when handling employee complaints or accommodation requests.

Job openings fell to 7.4 million in June from 7.7 million in May, the U.S. Labor Department has reported, and the cooling labor market is expected to continue.

While organizations are seeing benefits from AI tools, those benefits must be carefully balanced with risk management.

Employers can now use the convenience of AI tools for many traditional human resources functions, including screening resumes and drafting performance reviews. However, employers should do so with caution, as the use of AI could implicate federal anti-discrimination laws.

The small business labor market has remained stable with minimal changes observed through the first half of 2025, according to the Paychex Small Business Employment Watch.

AI is no longer a distant promise out of science fiction. It’s here and already beginning to transform industries. But despite the hundreds of billions of dollars spent on developing AI models and platforms, adoption remains slow for many employees.

How can nonprofits standardize, visualize, and leverage their data to unlock the full potential of their systems and drive greater impact?

The use of artificial intelligence (“AI”) algorithms is increasing across insurance markets but poses real and specific risks of liability for companies attempting to streamline decision making.

Companies are increasingly turning to digital solutions to speed their processes. But during this evolution, they should keep in mind that flesh-and-blood employees continue to represent the first line of defense against cyberattacks.

Fourteen attorneys general have sued to challenge the Trump administration’s declaration of an “energy emergency.”