A landmark piece of legislation, the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act provides expansive protections for workers impacted by pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions. The EEOC’s final regulations provide important clarifications and insights into how the agency plans to enforce the law.&nbsp;

Providing Accommodations to Pregnant Employees

The impact of the Loper Bright and Jarkesy decisions could be widely felt including in increased immigration litigation and challenges. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Workplace Law and Recent Supreme Court Decisions 02:51 Impact of Loper Brighton Immigration Compliance 05:46 Understanding the Jarkesy Decision and Its Implications 09:02 Case Studies: Walmart and SpaceX Decisions 11:45 Challenges to Administrative Authority and Future Litigation 15:09 The Future of Immigration Policies and Employer Leverage 18:01 Conclusion and Future Outlook on Workplace Law

Workplace Law After ‘Loper’: The Impact on Immigration Compliance

Earlier this year, the DEA responded to President Biden’s directive to reschedule cannabis from Schedule I to Schedule III of the Controlled Substances Act. This pivotal change, if finalized, would reclassify marijuana as a drug with moderate to low potential for dependence, strictly for medical use.&nbsp; Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Workplace Issues and Cannabis Rescheduling 05:06 Understanding the Rescheduling Process of Cannabis 09:48 Implications of Rescheduling for Employers 15:07 Legal Challenges and Considerations for Healthcare Employers 19:50 Navigating Drug Testing and Employee Policies 24:51 Conclusion and Future Considerations

Navigating Cannabis Rescheduling: Key Insights for Healthcare

AI is a frequently used term that is only sometimes fully understood in the workplace or legal context. Since no single type of AI performs all functions, employers must identify which type or subset of AI—such as generative AI, machine learning, predictive analytics, or natural language processing—their organization is using or considering. Additionally, understanding how various laws and regulations may impact AI's use is crucial.

We get AI for work: Tackling the Challenges of Diverse AI Systems

As a second Trump administration prepares to take office in January 2025, Washington, D.C., is again at the epicenter of significant political shifts that will impact workplace law and likely impact your organization.

Post-Election Insights: What It Means for Your Business

For businesses adopting AI in the workplace, protecting intellectual property presents another legal consideration for employers. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to AI in the Workplace 01:31 Understanding Duolingo and Its AI Integration 03:36 Intellectual Property Concerns in AI 07:54 Governance and Policy for AI Usage 11:37 Vendor Management and AI Implementation 13:25 Key Takeaways on AI and IP Issues

We get AI for work: An Exclusive Chat with Mark Zheng, Lead Corporate Counsel at Duolingo

Federal regulations shape the workplace environment daily. With the Supreme Court’s recent decision to overturn the Chevron doctrine, the Court’s ruling in the Jarkesy decision, and the anticipated return of the Trump administration in January 2025, businesses face a dynamic regulatory landscape. These developments and ongoing challenges to federal agency authority could significantly impact employers.&nbsp; Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Workplace Law and Recent Supreme Court Decisions 02:04 Impact of Loper Bright on Workplace Regulations 05:50 Ongoing Legal Challenges and Agency Authority 12:03 The Jarkesy Decision and Its Implications 18:05 Future of Administrative Agencies and Regulatory Landscape

Workplace Law After ‘Loper’: What’s Next?

AI technology has introduced new complexities both into the workplace and the workforce, as well as novel—and sometimes conflicting—regulatory developments. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to AI in the Workplace 01:55 The Role of the American Staffing Association 04:06 Navigating the Regulatory Landscape 09:47 Liability and AI in Staffing 14:51 Key Takeaways for Employers

We get AI for work: An Exclusive Interview with Brittany Sakata, General Counsel for the American Staffing Association

Establishing a governance structure for artificial intelligence is essential today. Before committing to any specific technology, organizations should evaluate a potential policy’s risks and benefits to create maximum opportunity for successful outcomes. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to AI Governance in the Workplace 02:53 Establishing Effective Governance Structures 06:11 The Role of Multidisciplinary Committees 09:02 Developing AI Policies and Compliance 11:53 Evaluating AI Tools: Internal vs. External Solutions 15:06 Understanding Liability in AI Implementation 17:56 Conclusion and Future Considerations

We get AI for work: Establishing AI Policies and Governance Part 1

Organizations are harnessing the benefits of using generative and traditional AI technologies to enhance productivity, streamline operations, and foster innovation. However, before employing these tools in the workplace, organizations must minimize potential risks and ensure the ethical and responsive use of AI.&nbsp; Chapters 00:00 Introduction to AI in the Workplace 01:03 Developing Comprehensive AI Policies 06:05 Governance and Evaluation of AI Tools 11:11 Confidentiality, Data Privacy, and Security 15:55 Accuracy and Reliability of AI Outputs 20:51 Monitoring for Bias in AI 26:03 Policy Enforcement and Adaptation

We get AI for work: Establishing AI Policies and Governance Part 2

Some organizations are early adopters of AI, balancing the need to embrace new technology with transparency to stakeholders and adherence to regulatory guidelines. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to AI in the Workplace 02:30 Understanding ThreadUp and AI's Role 06:46 Balancing Transparency and AI Usage 11:33 Governance of AI in Organizations 18:01 Top Takeaways for AI Implementation

We get AI for work: Exclusive Interview with Stephanie Yang, Associate General Counsel for ThredUp

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Providing Accommodations to Pregnant Employees

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