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Today is #NonbinaryPeoplesDay, where we celebrate and honor the diverse experiences and identities of nonbinary individuals. Let's continue to support and uplift our nonbinary friends, colleagues, and community members. #JLInclusion

President Biden extended Deferred Enforced Departure for eligible Liberians until June 30, 2026, which allows those who have lived continuously in the U.S. since May 20, 2017, to stay without deportation and continue working legally. Jackson Lewis Principal Forrest (Forey) Read IV discusses: https://lnkd.in/grxqjPpN #EmploymentLaw

Jackson Lewis attorney Carolina Cuervo discusses U.S. Department of State v. Munoz in which the Supreme Court ruled 6-3 that federal courts cannot review consular decisions denying visas, Munoz challenged the denial of her spouse's visa due to concerns about his tattoos which sparked concerns about families being separated and the authority of consular officers in visa rejections. Read more: https://lnkd.in/gfk8Cxs7 #EmploymentLaw 

The Second Circuit, in Cedeno v. Sassson, aligns with other circuits against ERISA arbitration, highlighting the effective vindication doctrine. As the debate escalates, #SCOTUS could weigh in on protecting #ERISA rights versus enforcing arbitration clauses. Jackson Lewis attorneys René E. Thorne and Samuel Sung Cheol Park discuss here: https://lnkd.in/gEMfwMWD #EmploymentLaw

Jackson Lewis is excited to announce Andrew Sherwood has joined our New York City office as a principal! With 14 years of employment litigation experience, Andy brings a strong focus on financial services and handling employment proceedings before FINRA. His addition enhances our capabilities in serving clients across New York. Welcome, Andy! Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gmBh25VV #EmploymentLaw #NYC

The CFPB proposed a rule to amend Regulation V under the FCRA, aiming to limit how medical bills impact credit reports, benefiting those with medical debt and reducing legal risks for employers using credit in hiring decisions while emphasizing compliance with laws protecting genetic and medical history information. Jackson Lewis Principal Susan Corcoran discusses: https://lnkd.in/g7mCiAjf #EmploymentLaw #FCRA

The IRS released new rules allowing withdraws from retirement accounts early without a penalty if they face emergency expenses or are victims of domestic abuse. Jackson Lewis Principal Stephanie Zorn discusses: https://lnkd.in/gZBPGNUV

Jackson Lewis' Restrictive Covenants, Trade Secrets, and Unfair Competition group leaders, Clifford Atlas and Erik Winton, along with attorneys Jonathan Shank and Jonathan Hatfield, discuss Rhode Island Governor's recent decision to prohibit employers from using non-competition agreements for advanced practice registered nurses. Read more: https://lnkd.in/gYKQwChE #EmploymentLaw #APRN #NonCompetes

Jackson Lewis advised Aurora Capital Partners regarding employment and benefits aspects in its acquisition of First Legal, the largest independent provider of litigation support services in the U.S. Our team was led by New York City Principal Daniel Doron, and included St. Louis Benefits Principal Stephanie Zorn, San Diego Counsel Susan Sinatra, San Francisco Associate Amanda Almeda Sison. New York City Principal Richard Greenberg and Long Island Associate Melissa Pascualini also provided invaluable assistance. Los Angeles Office Managing Principal Nicky Jatana leads the firm’s relationship with Aurora Capital Partners. Additional information concerning the transaction can be found here: https://lnkd.in/gcZmuvfS #TransactionalLaw #EmployeeBenefits #MergersAndAcquisitions #MandA #PrivateEquity #Growth

Jackson Lewis attorney Rob Yang, CIPP-US and Summer Associate Paul Yim discuss AI becoming increasingly more integrated into operating systems for efficiency purposes however, it does raise concerns about privacy, security, legal reliability and biases so employers should train staff, establish policies, vet AI vendors and limit access to mitigate risks. Read more: https://lnkd.in/gJnaaU3e #EmploymentLaw #AI