Employment Law This Week® tracks the top developments in employment and labor law and workforce management in a matter of minutes every #WorkforceWednesday. This is the audio podcast version of the video series launched in October 2015 by law firm Epstein Becker Green.
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No business likes litigation. Lawsuits and trials can be stressful, unpredictable, and often confounding—even for battle-scarred business leaders. But they’re something almost every business must confront. Speaking of Litigation® pulls back the curtain for an inside look at the various stages of litigation and the key strategic issues businesses face along the way. Knowledge is power, and this show empowers executives and in-house counsel to make better decisions before, during, and after di ...
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Today’s health care industry is a high-stakes environment full of legal, policy, and regulatory-related obstacles. There are also tremendous opportunities, and in order to thrive, it is critical for executives, general counsel, and administrators to have a consistent pulse on trends and available business solutions. Subscribe to our health care podcast, Diagnosing Health Care, for thought-provoking, strategic insights from Epstein Becker Green attorneys and health care professionals.
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What started as a series of short mysteries for the curious mind with a short attention span has evolved into enlightening conversations for the not-so-short attention span. Whether it’s a short mystery, a long conversation, or an audio book, The Way I Heard It is a veritable box of chocolates for the ears, because you never know what you’re going to get.
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438: Jan Jekielek—The Terrible Truth About China
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1:29:21Jan Jekielek is a senior editor with The Epoch Times and host of “American Thought Leaders.” He has extensively covered the issue of forced organ harvesting in China, particularly concerning Falun Gong practitioners. It is estimated that 60,000 to 100,000 organs annually have been involuntarily extracted from political prisoners in China. Jan’s inv…
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#WorkforceWednesday: New Executive Order Targets Disparate Impact Claims Nationwide
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4:35EO 14281 poses significant challenges for employers because it seeks to limit disparate impact liability but clashes with established state and local regulations and laws, such as New York City’s law regarding the use of automated employment decision tools. This tension underscores the increasing complexity of managing artificial intelligence (AI)-…
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Harnessing AI in Litigation: Techniques, Opportunities, and Risks
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27:38What if the key to navigating your most complex legal challenges lies in the capabilities of artificial intelligence (AI)? Join Epstein Becker Green attorneys Alkida Kacani and Christopher Farella as they sit down with Jonathan Murphy, Senior Manager of Forensics at BDO, to examine how AI is revolutionizing the practice of law. Discover how advance…
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437: Neal McDonough—Clear the Mechanism
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1:30:50437: Neal McDonough—Clear the Mechanism The perennial character actor villain turned leading man drops by to talk about the first film where he finally gets to kiss the girl at the end, The Last Rodeo—and that girl is played by his wife, Ruvé. Coincidence? Not a chance. That’s the only way Neal would do it. Neal also discusses how he secured a retu…
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#WorkforceWednesday: Independent Contractor Rule, EEO-1 Reporting, and New York Labor Law Amendment
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3:33This week, we're covering the U.S. Department of Labor's (DOL’s) decision to halt enforcement of the Biden-era independent contractor rule, the upcoming EEO-1 reporting season (starting on May 20), and New York State’s new labor law amendment, reducing damages for first-time frequency-of-pay violations. DOL Halts Enforcement of Independent Contrac…
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436: Garry Ridge—Any Dumbass Can Do It
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1:08:09Once named one of Inc. magazine’s 10 most admired CEOs, Garry led WD-40 for 25 years. At that time, his leadership and positive corporate culture grew WD-40 into one of the world's most recognized and well-loved brands. In this episode, Garry discusses how he achieved this and why he detailed it in his book, Any Dumbass Can Do It. Many thanks to ou…
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Spilling Secrets: Trade Secrets on Trial: Strategic Decisions for the Courtroom
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33:12What’s the secret to winning a trade secret trial? Find out in this compelling episode of Spilling Secrets, where Epstein Becker Green attorneys Katherine G. Rigby, James P. Flynn, and Adam Paine break down the art of navigating these high-stakes cases. From designing winning courtroom tactics and leveraging key witnesses to using storytelling as a…
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435: Josh Smith & Bayard Winthrop—Shut Up and Make It!
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1:32:44Amid the tariff wars, Mike sits down with two men whose businesses are NOT affected by foreign supply chains. Josh is a master bladesmith and founder of the Montana Knife Company, and Bayard is founder and CEO of American Giant. Both men are uniquely positioned to discuss the benefits and pitfalls of making products entirely in the United States. B…
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#WorkforceWednesday: 100 Days In: What Employers Need to Know
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5:31The current administration has reached the 100-day mark, and employers have faced sweeping changes and major policy shifts—but not everything has moved at the same pace. While DEI programs and workplace AI have faced significant revisions, other areas, such as the NLRB, have been marked by board member disputes and ongoing court battles, adding lay…
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434: Sarah Yourgrau—People You Should Know
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1:30:51You may know Sarah as the on-camera producer from Facebook’s Returning the Favor with Mike Rowe. She is also a two-time Emmy-winning storyteller, social anthropologist, founder and CEO of Common Ground Studios, and the absolute cheeriest person you’ll ever meet! Sarah talks with Mike about their new show, People You Should Know, which will premiere…
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Breaking Down the Shifting Vaccine Policy Landscape
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30:23Important changes are unfolding in the vaccine space. How have vaccine exemptions posed a significant risk to populations across the country? What are the long-lasting effects of the new administration's federal health agency funding cuts? On this episode, Epstein Becker Green attorneys Richard Hughes, Spreeha Choudhury, and Will Walters, as well a…
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#WorkforceWednesday: Non-Competes Eased, Anti-DEI Rule Blocked, Contractor Rule in Limbo
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3:21This week, we’re covering the relaxation of state-level non-compete rules, the recent block of Executive Order 14173’s diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI)-related certification requirement, and a federal appeals court’s decision to pause a challenge to the Biden-era independent contractor rule. Non-Competes Eased in Kansas and Virginia Kansas ha…
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Aligning Business Goals with Legal Strategies Amid Regulatory Change
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49:12When businesses face regulatory uncertainty, how can they effectively adapt, respond, and, if necessary, challenge government action? In this episode of Speaking of Litigation, Epstein Becker Green attorneys Mike Brodlieb, Jim Flynn, Jimmy Oh, and Jack Wenik navigate the complexities of regulatory action and inaction. The conversation dives into th…
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433: Coffee with Mom—That Toy Really Sucks
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1:07:44Peggy Rowe, a.k.a. Mike’s three-time NYT bestselling mom, is back for a check-in. In this episode you’ll hear about the horrors of hoarding, books you’ll never read, dancin’ chicken, crab pickin’, and a Mother’s Day story about a toy that really sucks! Big thanks to our terrific sponsors AuraFrames.com/Mike Use code: Mike to get $35 off their best-…
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432: Gene Simmons—The Sun Never Sets on Planet Cool
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1:15:54The multilingual, bass-thumping, capitalist dives into what made him fall in love with America, his unforgettable first job involving prosthetic testes, and the etymology of the word a**hole. It’s a free-wheeling discussion from Moses to Superman and everything in between. Shout out to our great sponsors ZipRecruiter.com/Rowe to try ZipIntro for FR…
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#WorkforceWednesday: Can the President Fire NLRB Members Without Cause? SCOTUS May Decide
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5:17With presidential power over independent federal agencies entering uncharted territory, SCOTUS may soon revisit its 1935 Humphrey’s Executor decision, which limits a president’s ability to fire members of independent federal agencies—such as the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) and the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission—without cause. SCO…
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Executive Actions Impact Federally Funded Research: What Institutions Should Do Now
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42:40From removing diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives to suspending foreign aid and canceling federal funding, it is clear that the current administration is drastically changing the landscape of government-funded research as we know it. What should research institutions be doing now to best prepare themselves for what's to come? On this episo…
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#WorkforceWednesday: Artificial Intelligence Regulations for Employers
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5:09State laws are rapidly stepping in to regulate AI in the absence of federal legislation, with at least 45 states introducing AI-related bills this year. Hear from Epstein Becker Green attorney Frances M. Green as she outlines how employers can navigate this evolving landscape by developing governance policies and providing clear training and guidel…
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431: David Bahnsen—Poor Smart and Desperate
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1:16:52David Bahnsen is the founder, managing partner, and chief investment officer of The Bahnsen Group, which manages over seven billion dollars in assets. He’s also a podcaster, author, and Christian intellectual. His book, Full Time: Work and the Meaning of Life, is simpatico with Mike’s S.W.E.A.T. pledge. Big thanks to our awesome sponsors American-G…
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Criminal Health Care Fraud Enforcement: Projections for 2025 and Beyond
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39:49Since Pam Bondi was appointed U.S. Attorney General, we’ve seen notable shifts in the U.S. Department of Justice’s (DOJ’s) criminal enforcement priorities. How significant are some of these changes, and how might they affect your health care organization as we progress through 2025 and beyond? On this episode, Epstein Becker Green attorneys Sarah H…
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#WorkforceWednesday: EEOC/DOJ Joint DEI Guidance, EEOC Letters to Law Firms, OFCCP Retroactive DEI Enforcement
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4:04This week, we highlight new guidance from the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) and Department of Justice (DOJ) on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI)-related discrimination. We also examine the Acting EEOC Chair’s letters to 20 law firms regarding their DEI practices, as well as the Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (O…
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#WorkforceWednesday: Federal Contractors Alert: DEI Restrictions Reinstated by Appeals Court
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4:07President Trump’s executive orders against diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) are back in effect after the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit stayed a nationwide injunction, posing new compliance challenges for federal contractors. In this week’s episode, Epstein Becker Green attorneys Nathaniel M. Glasser and Frank C. Morris, Jr., ou…
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430: Enrico Colantoni—The Balls on this Guy!
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1:34:36Award-winning actor and old friend Rico drops by for a hysterical, if not irreverent, hang with Mike and Chuck, friends he’s had for 40+ years. There is laughter; there are tears, and there is laughter that turns into tears. Warning: Don’t listen while drinking coffee in front of a computer. Tip o’ the hat to our excellent sponsors ZipRecruiter.com…
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#WorkforceWednesday: New DOL Leadership, NLRB Quorum, EEOC Enforcement Priorities
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4:07This week, we’re covering a change in leadership at the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL), the reinstatement of National Labor Relations Board (“NLRB” or “Board”) member Gwynne Wilcox (restoring a crucial quorum), and the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission’s (EEOC’s) focus on new enforcement priorities. New Leadership at the DOL Lori Chavez-DeRem…
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Eyes on the Evidence: Powerful Legal Presentations
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29:31How can legal professionals transform complex arguments into compelling visuals without losing their audience in dense text? In this episode of Speaking of Litigation, Epstein Becker Green attorneys Lauren Brophy Cooper and James S. Tam are joined by guest Brandie Knox, Founder and Creative Director of Knox Design Strategy, to discuss the legal ind…
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429: Gary Sinise—The Importance of Showing Up
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1:21:10The multi-award-winning actor, chronic philanthropist, and all-around outstanding human drops by to talk about his son, Mac Sinise, who sadly passed away January 5, 2024. Gary shares Mac’s story and the musical compositions he left behind, all of which can be found on Resurrection & Revival parts 1 and 2, which are available on vinyl here. The thre…
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#WorkforceWednesday: Should Employers Shift Workforce Data Collection Under President Trump?
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4:58President Trump’s two anti-DEI executive orders are temporarily blocked, but some employers are adjusting policies and shifting the way they collect workforce data. While critical obligations, such as EEO-1 reporting, remain in place, the EEOC’s acting chair has indicated the agency will prioritize addressing race and gender discrimination and bias…
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As a logger and forester, Mike Albrecht knows a lot about wood. He is the two-time president of the American Loggers Council, and he’s on a mission to reintroduce America to one of its most abundant and reliable renewable resources—wood. Mike also speaks to how we can better manage our forests to prevent wildfires. Today’s episode is sponsored by P…
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#WorkforceWednesday: Workplace Law Shake-Up: DEI Challenges, NLRB Reversals, and EEOC Actions
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4:13This week, we’re covering significant updates shaping workplace policies, including shifts in regulations and enforcement related to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI); evolving approaches to Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) compliance; and recent changes in National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) guidance. Anti-DEI Executive Orders…
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Spilling Secrets: Trade Secrets in Hollywood: Lessons from Oscar-Nominated Films
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33:29In this episode of Spilling Secrets, Epstein Becker Green attorneys Daniel R. Levy, Aime Dempsey, and George Carroll Whipple, III, explore trade secrets through the lens of Oscar-nominated films, offering insights into protecting sensitive information in today’s competitive landscape. Whether looking at a magical spellbook from Wicked or groundbrea…
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Courtroom Chemistry: How Trial Team Dynamics Shape Case Outcomes
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40:35Behind every successful trial is a team that knows how to work under pressure—but what sets trial teams apart? In this episode of Speaking of Litigation, Epstein Becker Green attorneys Shruti Panchavati, Melissa Jampol, and Diana Costantino Gomprecht share their trial team experiences, breaking down how trial team dynamics can directly affect court…
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427: Carlos Whittaker—How Fast is Godspeed?
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1:30:46Carlos spent seven weeks without any screens—no phone, no computer, no TV. His newest book, Reconnected, documents that journey filled with monks, Amish, a bobcat, and lots of self-discovery. Many thanks to our excellent sponsors ZipRecruiter.com/Rowe to try ZipRecruiter for FREE. PureTalk.com/Rowe Switch today to a qualifying plan of just $45 per …
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It’s a compelling hang with the iconic comedian, actor, and renaissance man who takes a deep dive on a myriad of topics, including philosophy, physics, and fire prevention. His new sitcom, Shifting Gears, can be seen on ABC Wednesdays at 8PM.By The Way I Heard It with Mike Rowe
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2025 Outlook: The Department of Health and Human Services Under the Second Trump Administration
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34:21It is critical for health care and life sciences businesses to understand what might and might not change during this transitionary period. How can you advocate for your needs and priorities in a time of such uncertainty? On this episode, Epstein Becker Green (EBG) attorneys James Boiani, Rachel Snyder Good, Marjorie Scher, and Rob Wanerman discuss…
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