Updates

ILO Adopts First-Ever Global Standard For Platform Work

June 18, 2026

While the new standard is unlikely to be ratified by the United States, it is expected to shape regulatory approaches to worker classification, pay practices, and automated decision making around the world.

DOL Says Extra Hourly Shifts May Not Defeat Exempt Status

June 17, 2026

A recent opinion letter explains how FLSA-exempt employees may take on additional hourly, non-exempt shifts without automatically losing exempt status.

Third Circuit Says FLSA Does Not Reach “Overtime Gap Time” Claims

June 15, 2026

A federal appeals court has ruled that the FLSA does not remedy unpaid straight-time hours worked in an overtime week.

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ILO Adopts First-Ever Global Standard For Platform Work

June 18, 2026 – While the new standard is unlikely to be ratified by the United States, it is expected to shape regulatory approaches to worker classification, pay practices, and automated decision making around the world.

DOL Says Extra Hourly Shifts May Not Defeat Exempt Status

June 17, 2026 – A recent opinion letter explains how FLSA-exempt employees may take on additional hourly, non-exempt shifts without automatically losing exempt status.

Third Circuit Says FLSA Does Not Reach “Overtime Gap Time” Claims

June 15, 2026 – A federal appeals court has ruled that the FLSA does not remedy unpaid straight-time hours worked in an overtime week.

House Passes Faster Labor Contracts Act

June 15, 2026 – By authorizing government-imposed first contracts when bargaining stalls, the bill would represent the most significant shift in private-sector labor-management relations in decades.

Federal Court Strikes Down $100,000 H-1B Fee

June 11, 2026 – A federal court vacated the Trump Administration’s $100,000 H-1B fee nationwide, finding it an unauthorized tax along with unlawful procedural violations.

DOJ Opinion Letter Questions EEOC Disparate Impact Framework and Uniform Guidelines

June 9, 2026 – A new DOJ opinion letter sharply critical of the EEOC's disparate impact guidance sets the stage for significant policy shifts at the agency.

Minimum Wage Increases Effective July 1, 2026

June 9, 2026 – CWC has prepared a resource listing state and local minimum wage rate increases effective July 1, 2026.

CWC’s Colorado AI Law HR Compliance Desk Guide

June 8, 2026 – CWC has prepared a resource to help employers comply with Colorado’s new AI law.

EEOC’s New Enforcement Plan Signals Shift In Priorities

June 5, 2026 – The EEOC adopted a new National Enforcement Plan marking a significant shift in agency priorities, with increased focus on intentional discrimination claims and closer scrutiny of recruiting, hiring, promotion, and DEI-related practices.

New Jersey Appeals Court Reinstates Recreational Cannabis User’s Lawsuit

June 4, 2026 – New Jersey’s appellate court held that the state cannabis regulatory law supports a private right of action, allowing applicants and employees to sue over adverse employment actions tied to recreational cannabis use.