Employment Matters

Tune in to our fourth episode of our ELA Podcast Series on the Pay Transparency Directive, where we speak with leading employment lawyers across Europe about when and how the EU Pay Transparency Directive is being implemented in their country and what it really means for employers on the ground. We hope today’s discussion will help you understand the status of Pay Transparency legislation in Greec...

Angola has replaced its 2013 gender equality framework with a new National Policy for Gender Equality and Equity, approved by Presidential Decree No. 157/26 and in force since 1 September 2026. Listen in as we explain what the policy says, who it binds, and what employers in Angola should be doing now. Host: Nuno Gouveia ( email ) (Miranda Alliance) Guest Speaker: Nádia Ferreira ( email ) (Miranda...

On this episode we unpack the EEOC's newly adopted Strategic Plan for FY 2026–2030 and the National Enforcement Plan for FY 2025–2029. Listen in as we explain the shift away from monetary benchmarks toward "targeted equitable relief," the new 10-person definition of systemic investigations, and the 90% litigation success goal - plus 15-day position statement deadlines, the retreat f...

Listen in as we break down hot topics in U.S. immigration law — the H-1B fee fight and Project Firewall, the end of duration-of-status, CPT and OPT changes, consular updates, and a new enforcement climate employers can't ignore. Recorded on August 27, 2026. Host: Susan Deniker ( email ) ( Steptoe & Johnson PLLC / West Virginia) Guest Speakers: Melanie Keeney ( email ) ( Tueth Keeney Coope...

Three recent Singapore Employment Claims Tribunal decisions offer important lessons for employers across Asia on probationary dismissals, termination without stated reasons, and the treatment of employees returning from serious illness. In this ELA podcast, employment law practitioners discuss the Tribunal’s findings in JIW v JIX , JJF v JJG , and JJH v JJI , including the importance of clearly co...

In this episode, we explore the changing immigration compliance landscape in the US, Qatar and the UK . Chris Thomas of Holland & Hart and Emma Higham of Clyde & Co join us to discuss employer obligations, enforcement trends, recent regulatory changes and the key risks businesses need to consider when moving talent and business visitors across borders. Host: Elaine McIlroy ( email ) ( Brod...

Tune in to our third episode of our ELA Podcast Series on the Pay Transparency Directive, where we speak with leading employment lawyers across Europe about when and how the EU Pay Transparency Directive is being implemented in their country and what it really means for employers on the ground. We hope today’s discussion will help you understand the status of Pay Transparency legislation in Lithua...

Mexico's proposed workweek reduction marks one of the most significant labor law developments in recent years. In this episode, we examine the key changes under the reform, discuss whether additional legislative developments are expected, and explore the practical challenges HR and labor relations teams may face as they prepare for implementation.  Host: Alexandra Aguilar Garcia ( email ) ( B...

Tune in to our second episode of our ELA Podcast Series on the Pay Transparency Directive, where we speak with leading employment lawyers across Europe about when and how the EU Pay Transparency Directive is being implemented in their country and what it really means for employers on the ground. We hope today’s discussion will help you understand the status of Pay Transparency legislation in Malta...

Nebraska has adopted its own WARN Act, creating significant new obligations for employers facing business closures and mass layoffs. In this episode, we break down the law's expanded 90-day notice requirement, new notice content and language obligations, covered employers, enforcement, key exceptions, and practical compliance steps before the Act takes effect on July 18, 2026.  Host: Tara Sti...

The EEOC has replaced its Strategic Enforcement Plan with a new National Enforcement Plan for 2026–2029, signaling important shifts in federal workplace enforcement priorities. In this episode, we discuss what employers need to know about the EEOC's renewed focus on intentional discrimination, DEI initiatives, religious accommodations, "anti-American" discrimination, workplace inves...

Today, we are kicking off a brand new ELA Podcast Series on the Pay Transparency Directive, where we speak with leading employment lawyers across Europe about when and how the EU Pay Transparency Directive is being implemented in their country and what it really means for employers on the ground. We hope today’s discussion will help you understand the status of Pay Transparency legislation in Ital...

More than 55 years after the Occupational Safety and Health Act transformed workplace safety in the United States, OSHA remains a central force in protecting workers and shaping employer responsibilities. In this episode, we explore OSHA’s evolution from its early focus on industrial hazards to its current priorities in a rapidly changing workplace. We discuss the agency’s successes, the role of t...

In today's episode, we will focus on two legislative instruments that deserve close attention: the proposed revision of the Basic Law on Social Protection and the Code of Procedure for Payment and Enforcement of Social Security Debts, the so-called CPEDSS . The purpose of this discussion is to understand what is already changing, what may change next, and where companies should begin paying c...

What can employers learn from the employment lawsuit filed against MrBeast and the infamous “How to Succeed” guide? In this episode, we explore why neutrality in HR practices, employee handbooks, and workplace policies is critical to managing legal risk and fostering a fair workplace culture. Drawing lessons from some of the best and worst employee handbooks in corporate America, we discuss how po...

This episode explores how employees’ social media activity, especially off-duty posts, can create real legal and reputational challenges for employers. The discussion breaks down what employers can and can’t control under laws like the First Amendment and the National Labor Relations Act, and why these situations are often highly fact specific. It also highlights the importance of clear, well-craf...

In this episode, we examine the U.S. Department of Labor’s proposed changes to worker classification and their impact on employers. Listen in as we break down the updated framework for distinguishing independent contractors from employees and highlight key compliance considerations. Learn what these developments could mean for your workforce strategy and risk exposure.  Host: Tara Stingley ( email...

In this episode, we explore federal telework guidance issued by the EEOC and OPM and what it means for disability accommodations in today’s workplace. While the guidance is directed at federal agencies, it may signal how the EEOC will evaluate telework as a reasonable accommodation in the private sector. We break down key insights and discuss what employers should consider when responding to remot...

Listen in as we discuss the most impactful employment law regulations of 2025 and forecast what employers can expect in 2026. Subscribe to our podcast today to stay up to date on employment issues from law experts worldwide. Host: Philippe Durand ( email ) ( August Debouzy / France) Guest Speaker: Virginia Mäurer ( email ) ( ADVANT Beiten / Germany) Support the show Register on the ELA website her...

Listen in as we discuss the most impactful employment law regulations of 2025 and forecast what employers can expect in 2026. Subscribe to our podcast today to stay up to date on employment issues from law experts worldwide. Host: Chloë Loubser ( email ) ( Bowmans / South Africa) Guest Speaker: Gorvinder Pannu ( email ) ( Addleshaw Goddard / Oman) Support the show Register on the ELA website here...

Listen in as we discuss the most impactful employment law regulations of 2025 and forecast what employers can expect in 2026. Subscribe to our podcast today to stay up to date on employment issues from law experts worldwide. Host: Kato Aerts ( email ) ( Lydian / Belgium) Guest Speakers: Katherine Sheerin ( email ) & Ruby Roberts ( email ) ( Cains Advocates Limited / Isle of Man) Support the sh...

Listen in as we discuss the most impactful employment law regulations of 2025 and forecast what employers can expect in 2026. Subscribe to our podcast today to stay up to date on employment issues from law experts worldwide. Host: Alexandra Aguilar Garcia ( email ) ( BLP / Costa Rica) Guest Speaker: Daniel Francisco ( email ) ( RODRIGO / Peru) Support the show Register on the ELA website here to r...

Listen in as we discuss the most impactful employment law regulations of 2025 and forecast what employers can expect in 2026. Subscribe to our podcast today to stay up to date on employment issues from law experts worldwide. Host: Simon Söderholm ( email ) ( Advokatfirman Vinge / Sweden) Guest Speaker: David Peter ( email ) & Mark-Anthony Schwestermann ( email ) ( MLL Legal Ltd / Switzerland)...

Listen in as we discuss the most impactful employment law regulations of 2025 and forecast what employers can expect in 2026. Subscribe to our podcast today to stay up to date on employment issues from law experts worldwide. Host: Alexandra Aguilar Garcia ( email ) ( BLP / Costa Rica) Guest Speaker: Favio Batres ( email ) ( BLP / Nicaragua) Support the show Register on the ELA website here to rece...

In this episode, we unpack the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission’s recent decision to withdraw its prior enforcement guidance on workplace harassment, a move that has left many employers questioning what standards now apply. Listen as we explore the legal and practical implications of this shift, including how courts may interpret harassment claims without the withdrawn guidance and whether...