As we move further into Q1, we’re sharing our February 2026 HR & Legal Update to help you stay aligned with recent federal, state, and local employment law changes. While some updates build on January’s latest developments, this month’s summary highlights what employers should continue monitoring—along with key compliance deadlines and practical next steps. For…
In this month’s update, we highlight significant employment law changes and practical compliance insights to keep your business compliant, minimize risk, and empower a productive workforce. Need a customized, legally compliant employee handbook? Visit our Handbook page to build yours in just a few clicks. HR & Legal Updates Federal On January 5, the DOL…
In this month’s update, we highlight significant employment law changes and practical compliance insights to keep your business compliant, minimize risk, and empower a productive workforce. Need a customized, legally compliant employee handbook? Visit our Handbook page to build yours in just a few clicks. HR & Legal Updates Federal The EEOC recently published guidance…
This month’s featured article highlights how a clearly written Reasonable Accommodation policy, supported by a legally vetted employee handbook, helped a California employer navigate a remote or hybrid work accommodation request without exposing the company to legal risk. This case underscores the importance of maintaining a custom employee handbook with clearly defined employee handbook policies…
This month’s featured article highlights how a clear Conduct and Civility Policy, crafted and implemented with Akamai HR Solutions, helped a multi-state employer navigate a tense election-season conflict while protecting employee rights and workplace culture. Need a customized, legally compliant employee handbook? Visit our Handbook page to build yours in just a few clicks. When…
In this month’s update, we highlight significant employment law changes and practical compliance insights to keep your business compliant, minimize risk, and empower a productive workforce. Need a customized, legally compliant employee handbook? Visit our Handbook page to build yours in just a few clicks. HR & Legal Updates Federal The EEOC has issued a…
In this month’s update, we highlight significant employment law changes and practical compliance insights to keep your business compliant, minimize risk, and empower a productive workforce. Need a customized, legally compliant employee handbook? Visit our Handbook page to build yours in just a few clicks. HR & Legal Updates Federal FTC Dismisses Appeal of Non-Competes…
This month’s featured article highlights how a clearly written Social Media Policy—crafted and implemented with Akamai HR Solutions—empowered a California employer to address a serious social media violation quickly, lawfully, and consistently. Need a customized, legally compliant employee handbook? Visit our Handbook page to build yours in just a few clicks. When “Freedom of Speech”…
In this month’s update, we highlight significant employment law changes and practical compliance insights to keep your business compliant, minimize risk, and empower a productive workforce. Need a customized, legally compliant employee handbook? Visit our Handbook page to build yours in just a few clicks. HR & Legal Updates Federal Trump Administration…
This month’s featured article highlights how a clear, well-written handbook policy—originally crafted by Akamai HR Solutions—enabled a California employer to enforce serious corrective action against an employee, and why the discipline held up when it mattered most. Need a customized, legally compliant employee handbook? Visit our Handbook page to build yours in just a few…