Legal

Olivia Italiano and Alden Parker analyze five employment law errors depicted in Hulu’s show ‘The Bear’, providing valuable insights for companies seeking to avoid similar pitfalls.

The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has released a new enforcement plan, providing a five-step guide for employers in the hospitality industry to maintain compliance with federal anti-discrimination laws.

Timothy Manrow’s article on HospitalityLawyer.com discusses the redefinition of duty of care in the hospitality industry, emphasizing the need for real-time risk management strategies.

As we anticipated, the Trump administration rescinded Biden-era guidance yesterday on transgender rights in the workplace. In a 2-1 vote, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) scrapped enforcement guidance requiring employers to provide bathroom, dress, and pronoun accommodations to applicants and workers.

This edition is devoted to a recent federal appeals court ruling that sets a new standard for determining employer liability for workplace harassment committed by a non-employee, marking a clear break from most other courts as well as the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC).

The widespread adoption of remote work arrangements has reframed the employment landscape, offering organizations access to a broader talent pool and increased operational flexibility. However, this reorganization also presents complex legal challenges – many of which remain underappreciated.

Is an oyster shucker who works in the “front of the house” allowed to share in the tip pool? Are a hotel restaurant and related members club joint employers for overtime purposes? The US Department of Labor (DOL) recently issued opinion letters on these topics and explained why the answer is “yes” to both questions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).

Employers in the hospitality, entertainment, and service industries should pay close attention, as this policy shift could not only reshape your recruiting and retention efforts but also impose new compliance responsibilities. Here’s the full list and some suggestions for best practices in light of the impending change.

Immigration enforcement across the country has raised tensions at workplaces across all industries, with federal officials ratcheting up the pressure – what if your business is next? This Insight will provide you with a detailed playbook.

The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBB) was signed into law on July 4th, 2025, ushering in sweeping changes to the U.S. federal tax landscape. The OBBB permanently extends and expands many provisions of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA), and introduces significant updates that will impact both individuals and businesses. The following are among the more notable provisions in the OBBB.