On April 14, 2025, a cannabis retailer filed suit to challenge the provision of New York’s cannabis law that requires licensed businesses to maintain labor peace agreements with their workers. The New York lawsuit asserts that certain provisions of the Marihuana Regulation and Taxation Act (“MRTA”) are preempted by the National Labor Relations Act (“NLRA”).
In this episode of From Lawyer to Employer, host Dan Schwartz welcomes back acclaimed plaintiff-side employment attorney Nina Pirrotti, from Garrison Law, for a frank discussion about where employers often go wrong—and how to do better. From inconsistently enforced policies and botched investigations to poorly trained supervisors and missteps in handling accommodations, Nina shares
As we settle into the second Trump administration, significant shifts are unfolding within the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). For employers, understanding these changes is crucial to maintain compliance and ensure workplace safety.
Regulatory Freeze and Rulemaking Halts
One of the administration’s first moves was issuing a “Regulatory Freeze Pending Review,” effectively pausing several