Federal Government Shutdown: What Does It Mean for Private Employers?
As the federal government shutdown nears the one-month mark, federal employment-related agencies are at limited to zero capacity, focusing on essential operations only. The National Conference of State Legislatures’ “Federal Government Shutdown: What It Means for States and Programs” provides an overview of the impact on discretionary programs, mandatory programs, and key department and agency impacts. (Agencies […]
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Pre-Litigation Defense Strategies for Employers
While there is no failsafe prevention of litigation, the foundation for an employer’s defense can without a doubt be established before any lawsuit is imminent. Our infographic on “Pre-Litigation Defense Strategies for Employers” highlights some of the critical pre-litigation actions employers can take, with emphasis on compliance, documentation, and training.
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USDOL Publishes Four New Opinion Letters
The U.S. Department of Labor (USDOL) recently published four new opinion letters on the following Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) issues: An opinion letter provides employers with the USDOL’s official written opinion of how a particular WHD law applies to a specific set of facts presented by the requesting […]
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Infographic: Working With a PEO
A professional employer organization (PEO) is a potential resource to assist business owners and employers with functions such as payroll and certain HR services. See our infographic on “Working With a PEO” for some considerations to keep in mind as you weigh the benefits of contracting a PEO for your company.
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USDOL Self-Audit Programs at OSHA, EBSA and VETS
The U.S. Department of Labor (USDOL) has launched or re-launched self-audit programs at the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), the Employee Benefits Security Administration (EBSA) and the Veterans’ Employment and Training Service (VETS). These programs allow employers to voluntarily assess compliance with federal labor law. For more information, see the USDOL press release or dol.gov/SelfAudit for program-specific guidance.
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ELA WEBINAR: MENOPAUSE – HOW IT IMPACTS THE WORKPLACE, SEPT. 17, 9-10:15AM HST
Menopause and perimenopause remain under-recognized in workplace policies, support systems, and daily culture, but understanding how they impact employee health, productivity, and retention is essential for all employers. The Employment Law Alliance (ELA) will partner with CCA, an HR consulting firm and Employee Assistance Program, and Dr. Kameelah Phillips, a board-certified obstetrician and gynecologist and […]
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USDOL Relaunches PAID Self-Audit Program
In April 2018, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) Wage and Hour Division (WHD) launched a nationwide pilot program to facilitate the resolution of potential overtime and minimum wage violations under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) without litigation. The Payroll Audit Independent Determination (PAID) program allowed employers to proactively self-audit to identify potentially non-compliant […]
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DOJ Issues Best Practices for Recipients of Federal Funding to Avoid DEI Violations
On July 30, 2025, the U.S. Department of Justice issued a memo titled “Guidance for Recipients of Federal Funding Regarding Unlawful Discrimination,” offering “non-binding suggestions” to help entities minimize the risk of committing unlawful discrimination as defined by the current administration. Areas of scrutiny – and as a result, significant legal pitfalls – include: Recommendations on […]
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Hawaii Supreme Court Remands Disability Discrimination/Retaliation Case
On June 9, 2025, the Hawaii Supreme Court affirmed in part and vacated in part the First Circuit Court ruling in the case of Gima v. City and County of Honolulu(SCAP-23-0000416). The plaintiff had filed claims of disability discrimination and retaliation after her employer gave her a substandard performance evaluation and subsequently demoted her, shortly after […]
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ELA Webinar: “Immigration Challenges and Opportunities,” Aug. 26
ELA WEBINAR: IMMIGRATION CHALLENGES & OPPORTUNITIES: NAVIGATING CHANGE IN A COMPLEX LANDSCAPE, AUG. 26, 5-6:15AM HST* Global immigration policies and practices are changing at a rapid pace in response to shifting U.S. political and economic landscapes. This webinar, presented by the Employment Law Alliance, will explore the latest immigration law trends across the U.S. and […]
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