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Mind The Gap: When Your Retirement Plan Document, Plan Operations, And Participant Communications Do Not Match
Plan sponsors face a critical December 31, 2026 deadline to adopt amendments reflecting SECURE 1.0, SECURE 2.0, and CARES Act provisions in their qualified retirement plan documents. Many plans have been operating under these laws for years without updated plan language, creating a gap between plan operations, participant communications, and formal documentation. This comprehensive guide identifies which amendments must be adopted, provides a detailed checklist of provisions requiring documentation, and out
United States Employment
FL
Foley & Lardner
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Best Lawyers In America Names 53 Attorneys
Nyemaster Goode celebrates unprecedented recognition as fifty attorneys earn spots in The Best Lawyers in America® 2027 edition—more than any other Iowa firm—with six partners receiving prestigious "Lawyer of the Year" honors in Des Moines and Cedar Rapids. The firm's dominance spans multiple practice areas including employment law, corporate transactions, bankruptcy, immigration, and workers' compensation.
United States Employment
NG
Nyemaster Goode
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Building Workforce Resilience At A Public Utility Agency
A Southern California public agency engaged MGO to conduct an independent assessment of its succession planning practices after identifying talent acquisition, retention, and workforce continuity as key organizational risks. The evaluation examined governance structures, departmental implementation, and HR processes to identify opportunities for strengthening long-term workforce planning and leadership development across the organization.
United States Employment
MG
MGO CPA LLP
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Why Outsourcing Is Becoming The Next Evolution For Family Offices
Family offices are grappling with mounting operational complexity, talent shortages, and succession challenges that strain traditional in-house models. As wealth structures expand across investments, entities, and philanthropic activities, many families are reconsidering whether every function should remain internal or if outsourced support could provide stronger continuity, specialized expertise, and improved coordination.
United States Wealth Mgt
MG
MGO CPA LLP
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Littler Lounge: Apps, LLCs, And Employment Law – Navigating The Contingent Workforce (Podcast)
The modern workforce has transformed dramatically, with individuals building client bases and working across state lines through digital platforms. Yet the employment laws governing these arrangements often date back to the 1930s, creating complex legal challenges when contemporary business models collide with outdated regulatory frameworks. This discussion examines the critical questions surrounding independent contractors, joint employment, gig work, and workforce design in today's evolving labor landscap
United States Employment
LM
Littler Mendelson
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Employment Litigation/ Tribunals

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Best Lawyers In America Names 53 Attorneys
Nyemaster Goode celebrates unprecedented recognition as fifty attorneys earn spots in The Best Lawyers in America® 2027 edition—more than any other Iowa firm—with six partners receiving prestigious "Lawyer of the Year" honors in Des Moines and Cedar Rapids. The firm's dominance spans multiple practice areas including employment law, corporate transactions, bankruptcy, immigration, and workers' compensation.
United States Employment
NG
Nyemaster Goode
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Health & Safety

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Frustration Of Contract In The Employment Context: Lessons From Hedrick
The British Columbia Supreme Court decision in Hedrick v Johnston Meier Insurance Agencies Ltd. examines when an employment contract can be terminated due to frustration, particularly after an employee develops permanent psychological injuries from workplace stalking. The case clarifies employer obligations under workplace health and safety laws and addresses when WorkSafeBC benefits may be deducted from wrongful dismissal damages.
Canada Employment
ML
McMillan LLP
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Employee Benefits & Compensation

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Mind The Gap: When Your Retirement Plan Document, Plan Operations, And Participant Communications Do Not Match
Plan sponsors face a critical December 31, 2026 deadline to adopt amendments reflecting SECURE 1.0, SECURE 2.0, and CARES Act provisions in their qualified retirement plan documents. Many plans have been operating under these laws for years without updated plan language, creating a gap between plan operations, participant communications, and formal documentation. This comprehensive guide identifies which amendments must be adopted, provides a detailed checklist of provisions requiring documentation, and out
United States Employment
FL
Foley & Lardner
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Washington Supreme Court Limits Live-In Worker Exemption For Adult Family Homes
Employers operating adult family homes in Washington may need to make immediate changes to their pay and timekeeping practices. In a significant July 9, 2026, decision, the Washington Supreme Court ruled that live-in caregivers cannot be excluded from key protections under Washington’s Minimum Wage Act (MWA), potentially reshaping wage-and-hour compliance for the industry.
United States Employment
Sr
Stokes Lawrence, P.S.
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