Greenberg Traurig and U.S. Chamber discuss employment law developments

5 articles · Updated · The National Law Review · May 5

The podcast features Johnine Barnes and Glenn Spencer, and reviews EEOC enforcement shifts, the Labor Department's proposed contractor-rule revival, and NLRB changes affecting gig-economy businesses and union contracts.
A second segment examines state developments in Washington DC, Maryland and Virginia, including minimum wage rises, tighter non-compete rules, paid leave mandates, pay transparency requirements and other worker protections.
The episode presents practical guidance for employers, HR teams and counsel as federal agencies and states reshape workplace compliance obligations and labour relations policy.

With federal rules easing contractor status while states tighten it, which standard will ultimately define the future of gig work?

Could a new law forcing rapid arbitration for union contracts inadvertently lead to weaker long-term agreements for workers?

As the EEOC targets DEI programs, how can companies legally foster inclusive workplaces without risking reverse discrimination lawsuits?