The FP 5: Five Things for Your 9-to-5

Union approval is at a decades-high level, even as membership and organizing activity remain low. This week Todd Lyon joins the FP 5 to explain the disconnect, how unions are changing their organizing strategies, and what employers can do to strengthen employee relations. Show Notes Unions Reach Decades-High Approval Rating: 6 Steps for Employers in Current Labor Environment   Union Organizing Act...

Choosing where to expand can shape your business for years. This week on the FP 5, Ray Perez shares five things companies should consider when selecting a US location, from workforce and infrastructure to workplace laws, incentives, and long-term growth.   Show Notes Site Selection Checklist for Companies Expanding Operations or Entering the US Site Selection Tips for International Companies Headi...

California just enacted a new wave of workplace laws covering AI-driven employment decisions, layoffs, employee monitoring, and more. Ben Ebbink joins us this week on the FP 5 to review what changed and discuss what employers should be preparing for.  Show Notes California’s New Workplace Laws Put AI and Employee Monitoring in the Spotlight: Your Full Guide to 11 Bills Just Signed (and 1 Vetoed)  ...

The 2026 midterms could shift the balance of power in Washington and reshape workplace policy across the states. This week, the FP 5 gang shares five things employers, HR managers, and legal teams should watch on Election Day. Show Notes 5 Ways the 2026 Midterms Will Impact the Senate HELP Committee and Employers Across the Country The Rise of Democratic Socialism: What Employers Need to Know Head...

What happens when an OSHA or EPA inspector shows up at your door? Jamie Spataro joins us this week on the FP 5 to explain how employers can prepare for an inspection, what to do when an inspector arrives, and the practical steps to take during and after the visit. Show Notes Safety Inspectors Are Here: Does Your Business Know How to Respond to an EPA or OSHA Audit?

Religious accommodation requests are in the spotlight, and the legal standard for denying them has gotten tougher. This week on the FP 5, Andria Ryan explains when employers can say no, what counts as an undue hardship, and how HR teams can build a better process for evaluating requests. Show Notes When Can You Deny a Religious Accommodation? 6 Practical Steps for Employers as Guidance Evolves Rel...

A new Supreme Court ruling could change how businesses approach the presence of firearms on their property. Travis Vance joins us this week to explain the recent Supreme Court decision on concealed carry rules and the practical steps employers should consider taking when it comes to allowing or prohibiting firearms in the workplace.   Show Notes   Guns In Your Business: Practical Steps for Employe...

For the first time in years, the NLRB has enough Senate-confirmed votes to start overturning precedent. This week on The FP 5, Brian Balonick breaks down the Biden-era labor rules most likely to get reversed and shares what employers should expect as the new Board gets to work. Show Notes NLRB Now Has Enough Votes to Overturn Policy: FP Predictions on 10 Issues Most Likely to Change Is the Law on...

The US Equal Opportunity Employment Commission is changing its enforcement priorities and reconsidering longstanding reporting requirements. This week on the FP 5, Jennifer Sandberg breaks down what’s changing, what employers should watch, and the practical steps HR and legal teams should be thinking about now. Show Notes EEOC Votes to Scrap EEO-1 and Other Demographic Reporting: Key Takeaways for...

How are people really feeling about AI at work? Recorded at the Fisher Phillips AI Evolution 2026 conference, on this episode of the FP 5, conference attendees share candid perspectives about keeping up with rapid change, where human judgment still matters, and how professionals are using it in their workplace.

Did you know that employers can’t necessarily discipline or terminate workers who criticize their bosses, make inflammatory social media posts about work, or commit similar misconduct? This week on the FP 5, Joshua Nadreau explains how this behavior may actually be protected under federal labor law, even if you aren’t a unionized employer. Show Notes Employee Criticism of Management on Internal Wo...

Digital wiretapping lawsuits are reshaping online privacy risk. This week on the FP 5, Usama Kahf explains how decades-old California wiretapping laws are fueling thousands of lawsuits over cookies, pixels, chat tools, and analytics, and what businesses should do now to reduce risk and defend against claims. Show Notes FP’s Digital Wiretapping Litigation Work

Cannabis laws are evolving across the US, creating new compliance challenges for employers. Todd Logsdon joins us this week on the FP 5 to break down the legal developments and their growing impact on hiring and workplace policies. Show Notes Cannabis Laws Are Changing: 8 Questions Employers Should Ask Now

The Supreme Court’s  Trump v. Slaughter  ruling could reshape federal agencies that govern the workplace. Jonathan Crook joins us this week on the FP 5 to unpack five employer takeaways on presidential removal power, FTC politicization, and ripple effects for the EEOC and NLRB.  Show Notes SCOTUS Just Expanded President’s Power to Fire Members of Independent Agencies: What the Landmark Ruling Mean...

Keith Sonderling has been nominated as US Labor Secretary. In this week’s episode of the FP 5, we unpack what his leadership could mean for employers, from compliance-focused enforcement and key DOL rulemakings to AI policy, independent contractors, and joint employer issues. Show Notes Trump Taps Sonderling As Labor Secretary – What Employers Need To Know AI Bias in the Workplace: Top 4 Takeaways...

The House has passed the Faster Labor Contracts Act—a bill that could reshape US labor law. This week on the FP5, we break down the new bargaining deadlines, mandatory arbitration, potential impacts on employers and workers, and what happens next in the Senate. Show Notes Employers May Soon Face a Hard Deadline on First Union Contracts: What You Need to Know about Faster Labor Contracts Act

AI is transforming hiring, but it’s also creating new legal risks. In this episode of the FP5 recorded at FP’s AI Evolution 2026 conference on June 25th, the gang talks AI-generated resumes, interview cheating, and deepfake candidates, and shares practical strategies employers can use to protect their hiring process while embracing innovation. Show Notes Hiring with Confidence in the AI Era: 3 Tre...

July 2026 is bringing major employment law changes. This week on the FP5, we’re breaking down new laws you need to know about, including minimum wage hikes, non-competes, pay transparency, E-Verify, and leave laws. Show Notes Employer Cheat Sheet for Workplace Laws Taking Effect July 1, 2026

What global trends are defining workplace law in 2026? On this episode of the FP5, we explore international trends including global whistleblower protections, the expansion of Japanese firms in North American markets, AI governance frameworks, and more. Show Notes FP’s Top 2026 Predictions for International Employment Law

The Department of Labor’s proposed joint employer rule could reshape how businesses manage contractors, staffing firms, and franchises. This week on the FP5 we break down the new four-factor test, go over key legal risks, and share what employers should consider doing now as federal and state standards continue to evolve. Show Notes DOL to Scale Back Joint Employer Liability for Businesses: What Y...

The 2026 World Cup will bring major workforce, operational, and legal challenges for employers. This week on the FP5, Adam Sloustcher breaks down the key issues businesses should prepare for now, from staffing and wage laws to security, immigration, and disruption planning. Show Notes Comprehensive Checklist to Help Businesses Prepare for Soccer’s 2026 World Cup

The Trump administration just submitted a proposal to end EEO-1 reporting; a change that could have significant implications for many employers and HR professionals. This week on the FP5, we break down the proposed change and the delayed opening of the portal to submit EEO-1 data and share the next steps employers should consider taking. Show Notes Trump Administration Seeks to End EEO-1 Reporting...

Pay equity and pay transparency laws are evolving quickly and vary widely by state, creating a tangle of compliance challenges for employers nationwide. On this episode of the FP5, we discuss salary disclosure rules, pay data reporting, and share practical strategies for navigating this increasingly complex legal landscape. Show Notes An Employer’s Guide to Pay Equity Compliance as State Rules Evo...

Summer brings flexibility, but also risk. This week on the FP5 we’re covering common employer mistakes, from scheduling and staffing gaps to interns, teen workers, and heat safety. Learn practical steps to stay compliant, protect your team, and keep your operations running smoothly all summer long. Show Notes Top 5 Employer Mistakes to Avoid During the Summer Season Hiring Teens This Summer? A 6-S...

When employees show signs of crisis, employers must balance compassion with legal and safety responsibilities. This week on the FP5, we're sharing practical steps to recognize warning signs, respond effectively, navigate laws like ADA/FMLA, and support employees while protecting the workplace. Show Notes When Employees Are in Crisis: A Practical Resource to Guide Employers