If you manage employees, you’ve faced FMLA requests that raise questions about compliance. The American Bar Association’s 2025 FMLA litigation summary reveals four key trends that should inform how you handle employee leave.
A recurring pattern emerged in 2025: courts rejected the argument that providing an
Arbitration clauses are everywhere in today’s workplace — but are they right for your organization?
In this episode of From Lawyer to Employer, host Dan Schwartz is joined by Shipman attorney Emily McDonough Souza to break down arbitration agreements in plain English. They explore the real pros and cons: speed, privacy, predictability, cost concerns
Yesterday, we published an expanded analysis on our CT School Law blog covering significant changes coming to Connecticut’s leave laws that will impact independent schools this fall. The post, “Connecticut Independent Schools Face Major Leave Law Changes This Fall,” provides essential guidance that every independent school administrator should read immediately.
New Requirements for
In this episode of From Lawyer to Employer, Shipman attorneys Dan Schwartz and Emily McDonough Souza discuss the first 45 days of the Trump administration and its impact on labor and employment law. They dive into the latest executive orders on DEI programs, the implications of the False Claims Act for federal contractors, and
Artificial intelligence is rapidly transforming the workplace, but with innovation comes new challenges. In this episode of From Lawyer to Employer, Shipman attorneys Dan Schwartz and Emily McDonough Souza dive into how employers are using AI—from productivity monitoring to hiring decisions—and the associated legal risks. They break down key regulations, potential pitfalls, and practical
Starting January 1, 2025, all private-sector employers in New York, regardless of size, must provide eligible employees 20 hours of paid leave per year to attend prenatal medical appointments and procedures. The new law amends the existing New York State Sick Leave Law (Labor Law § 196-b) and is the first in the country to