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Former Workers File 401(k) TDF Suit Against American Express
Former American Express employees have filed a class action lawsuit alleging the company maintained underperforming investment funds in its $9 billion 401(k) plan, including proprietary target-date funds that served as default options. The plaintiffs claim these investment decisions breached fiduciary duties under ERISA and cost participants hundreds of millions in potential retirement savings, while potentially benefiting Amex's business relationship with Morgan Stanley Investment Management.
United States Employment
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Hall Benefits Law
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Washington Court Of Appeals Recognizes Employer Duty To Employee’s Future Child In Preconception Exposure Case
A Washington Court of Appeals has ruled that an employee's not-yet-conceived child may pursue a negligence claim against the employer for birth defects allegedly caused by workplace chemical exposure before conception. The decision addresses whether employers owe a duty of care to future children and whether workers' compensation exclusivity bars such claims, with significant implications pending potential Supreme Court review.
United States Employment
FL
Fennemore
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Legal Launchpad: So You Want To Be A Lawyer? (Podcast)
Alessandra Moore and Brianna Ferrante, associates at Lowenstein Sandler who started as summer associates together, share their experiences in litigation and corporate practice to help students determine if law school aligns with their career goals. They discuss the day-to-day realities of different practice areas, debunk common misconceptions about legal careers, and provide guidance on developing essential skills while exploring various paths in the legal profession.
United States Employment
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Lowenstein Sandler
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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often date back to the 1930s, creating complex legal challenges when contemporary business models collide with outdated regulatory frameworks.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
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Littler Mendelson
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Whistleblowing

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Discrimination, Disability & Sexual Harassment

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Washington State Human Rights Commission v. Summerwalk Homeowners’ Association
A Washington appellate court has ruled that the state's Law Against Discrimination applies to homeowners' association covenant enforcement after a home sale closes, not just during the transaction itself. This decision creates new liability exposure for HOAs and community managers who enforce CC&Rs, as selective enforcement claims can now be investigated by the Human Rights Commission regardless of when the discriminatory conduct allegedly occurred.
United States Real Estate
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Fennemore
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DEI Programs Under Spotlight: A “Wicked” Tale For New York Theater
Recent lawsuits against theater organizations signal a dramatic shift in how diversity, equity and inclusion programs are being legally challenged. From discounted ticket promotions to apprenticeship opportunities, DEI initiatives that once seemed routine are now facing federal scrutiny and litigation under anti-discrimination laws. Theater companies, producers and arts organizations must navigate this evolving legal landscape to protect their programs while continuing to pursue diversity goals.
United States Employment
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Bond, Schoeneck & King PLLC
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Redundancy/Layoff

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AI-Related Layoffs: Fact Or Fiction?
As companies like Cisco, Amazon, and Meta announce layoffs while simultaneously reporting record profits, a troubling pattern emerges: are these workforce reductions truly driven by AI automation, or is something else at play? This analysis examines the phenomenon of "AI-washing" and explores whether artificial intelligence is genuinely replacing workers or simply serving as a convenient justification for cost-cutting measures that free up capital for future technology investments.
United States Employment
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Hall Benefits Law
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Employee Rights/ Labour Relations

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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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California Court Of Appeal Holds That Employee Raiding Schemes Can Be Actionable As Breaches Of The Duty Of Loyalty, Breach Of Fiduciary Duty, And Are Not Preempted By Trade Secrets Law
In a significant decision addressing the intersection of employee loyalty obligations, trade secret law, and business tort claims, the California Court of Appeal, Fourth District, reversed the dismissal of claims brought by Guild Mortgage Company LLC against rival lender CrossCountry Mortgage LLC (“CCM”).
United States Employment
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Lewis Brisbois Bisgaard & Smith LLP
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