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Washington Supreme Court Expands Who Can Sue For Pay Transparency
The Washington Supreme Court (Court) held that any person who applies to a job posting that does not comply with the pay transparency requirements of the Washington Equal Pay and Opportunities Act(EPOA) may seek damages under the statute, regardless of whether the individual actually intended to seek employment with the employer. The EPOA requires employers to disclose salary, wage, and benefits information in all job postings. The Court held that any person who applies to
Paul Peter Nicolai
Oct 71 min read
FLSA Overtime Exemptions & AI-Integration
The use of artificial intelligence in white-collar jobs raises concerns about how employees are classified under the Fair Labor Standards Act.
Paul Peter Nicolai
Oct 11 min read
Covenants Not to Compete In Delaware Law
Delaware case law indicates that noncompete provisions are under closer scrutiny.
Paul Peter Nicolai
Sep 164 min read
Recouping Costs from Employees May Violate Forced Labor Laws
Liquidated damages clauses might not only be unenforceable under state law, but they could also violate federal and state human trafficking laws.
Paul Peter Nicolai
Aug 192 min read
One, Big, Beautiful Bill Act
On July 4, 2025, President Trump signed The One, Big, Beautiful Bill Act (The OBBB), a spending and tax bill that extends many of the...
Paul Peter Nicolai
Aug 510 min read
2025 New England Employment Law Changes
2025 New England Employment LAw Change
Paul Peter Nicolai
Jul 293 min read
No Damages Needed For FCRA Claim
FCRA allows for claims even without injuries
Paul Peter Nicolai
Jun 101 min read
Whistleblower Loses
The 1st U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals upheld a trial court’s decision in favor of an employer in a whistleblower lawsuit.
Paul Peter Nicolai
Jun 31 min read
MANSPLAINING DOES NOT CREATE CASE
MANSPLAINING DOES NOT CREATE SEXUAL HARASSMENT CASE
Paul Peter Nicolai
May 201 min read
Mileage Reimbursement in Massachusetts
Raising the wages of employees to cover mileage expenses is not legal.
Paul Peter Nicolai
Apr 291 min read
Vaccination Discrimination Case Fails
Vaccination Discrimination Case Fails
Paul Peter Nicolai
Apr 151 min read
Retaliation Case Does Not Require Ill-Will
An employer was deemed liable for retaliating against a worker by suspending and transferring him after he reported unlawful harassment....
Paul Peter Nicolai
Mar 111 min read
Unpacking DOL's Best Practices for AI in Employment Decisions
Unpacking DOL's Best Practices for AI in Employment Decisions
Paul Peter Nicolai
Mar 44 min read
When FMLA Eligibility is Determined
A court has ruled that an employee must establish that a particular condition qualifies when the leave is requested or taken.
Paul Peter Nicolai
Feb 251 min read
Are You Prepared for I-9 Enforcement? Key Steps to Get Ready
With the incoming Administration prioritizing the deportation of illegal immigrants, employers should prepare for a surge in I-9 audits.
Paul Peter Nicolai
Feb 111 min read
Benefit Accrual While On Paid Family Medical Leave Not Required
Benefit Accrual While On Paid Family Medical Leave Not Required
Paul Peter Nicolai
Jan 71 min read
CFPB On Worker Surveillance
The CFPB has issued a circular regarding using background dossiers and algorithmic scores for employment decisions.
Paul Peter Nicolai
Dec 24, 20241 min read
New York City's AI Hiring Law. A Preview of the Future?
New York City's AI Hiring Law. A Preview of the Future?
Paul Peter Nicolai
Nov 5, 20242 min read
Protective Authorization Creates FCRA Liability in Employment
Protective Authorization Creates FCRA Liability in Employment
Paul Peter Nicolai
Oct 29, 20241 min read
Massachusetts Adds Pay Transparency Law
Massachusetts Adds Pay Transparency Law
Paul Peter Nicolai
Oct 1, 20244 min read
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