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State laws on secret workplace recordings vary, with one-party consent states allowing recordings with just one participant's permission, while all-party consent states require consent from everyone involved. Employers can implement no-recording policies, but these must be carefully crafted to avoid violating employees' rights under the National Labor Relations Act (NLRA). To minimize legal risks, employers should clearly define their policies, include exceptions for protected activities, and ensure compliance with both federal and state laws. Read More About Can I Secretly Record Conversations At Work? What Employers and Employees Need to Know
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A recent Federal Circuit decision in Lashify v. ITC makes it easier for patent trolls to bring cases before the International Trade Commission (ITC). The ruling removes the previous domestic manufacturing requirement, allowing companies to rely on U.S.-based sales, marketing, and distribution to meet ITC standards. Read More About U.S. Importers Likely Face Greater Exposure from Patent Trolls Following a Recent Federal Circuit Decision
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The Treasury Department has announced that U.S. citizens and domestic reporting companies will not face penalties for failing to comply with Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) reporting requirements — at least for now. This decision follows months of uncertainty for small business owners navigating ongoing litigation and deadline changes. Read More About Treasury Department Suspends Enforcement of Corporate Transparency Act Against Domestic Citizens and Reporting Companies
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DeWitt LLP announced attorney Michael G. May has joined the law firm as a partner and will be leading its new office in Mequon expanding upon its footprint in Brookfield, Green Bay, Madison, and Minneapolis. May’s practice is focused on family wealth transfers, business succession, retirement distribution planning, executive benefits, and charitable techniques. Read More About DeWitt LLP Opens Mequon Office, with Attorney Michael G. May Heading New Location
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The I-9 process ensures U.S. work authorization, with recent changes phasing out COVID-19 flexibilities and introducing a new form. Noncompliance can lead to significant fines, making proper verification essential. Read More About I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification Process Navigating Regulatory Compliance in the Age of Remote Document Examination
