New England Biz Law Update

A government employee did not have a constitutionally protected interest violated when his employer scheduled him for fitness-for-duty evaluations, a panel of the 6th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals has ruled, affirming summary judgment for the employer. From 2007 to ...

Despite widespread support and optimistic predictions last fall, the Massachusetts wage transparency bill has yet to be signed into law. Separate versions passed the House and Senate with overwhelming majorities in October 2023, which means the legislation has been stalled ...

The Federal Communications Commission’s recent decision to reinstate net neutrality rules marks a pivotal moment in the ongoing battle for an “open” internet. The FCC’s vote to restore regulations that prevent broadband providers from blocking or throttling internet traffic (or ...

While initially pursued as a temporary solution to the COVID-19 pandemic, it’s now clear that hybrid employment is here to stay, and remote work policies are part of that new reality. As of last year, 12.2% of U.S. employees were ...

While many people focus on the big things, there are little things that a business could be doing to minimize exposure. With just the click of a button, a company’s website or mobile app could become the source of a ...

For business owners, keeping up with cybersecurity and other compliance matters can seem like maneuvering through a maze, thanks to the proliferation of new rules. Each decision counts, since a wrong turn can lead to such significant consequences as hefty ...

Studies have found that American birth rates typically peak in the summer months, so now is a great time for employers to review their policies and practices around pregnancy and pregnant workers. This is particularly true this year, as the ...

Navigating through a public relations crisis effectively is no easy feat. By following a structured plan, however, you can address the issue head-on, mitigate negative impacts and maintain trust with your stakeholders. To help you draft such a plan, here ...

On April 23, the Federal Trade Commission announced a ban on noncompete agreements for almost all types of jobs, with major implications for employers and employees in both the private and public sectors. Historically, noncompete clauses have been included in ...

A U.S. District Court judge did not err by deciding that a hotel’s potential liability under the Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification Act was completely offset by “voluntary” payments to employees who were discharged after the hotel closed, the 1st ...