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112: Speakers: Caroline Molloy ( caroline.molloy@mcinnescooper.com ) & Abigail Companion ( abigail.companion@mcinnescooper.com ) - McInnes Cooper / Atlantic Canada Minimum wage rates are changing across Atlantic Canada in 2026, with some increases already in effect and others still to come. In this vlog, we highlight the key changes in New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, and Prince Edward Island, and what employers should keep on their radar as they plan for the year ahead.  Learn more and register for these complimentary webinars, podcasts, and vlogs: https://webinars.ela.law/2026-year-in-review

In this episode, we explore the changing immigration compliance landscape in the US, Qatar and the UK . Chris Thomas of Holland & Hart and Emma Higham of Clyde & Co join us to discuss employer obligations, enforcement trends, recent regulatory changes and the key risks businesses need to consider when moving talent and business visitors across borders. Host: Elaine McIlroy ( email ) ( Brodies LLP / Scotland) Guest Speakers: Chris Thomas ( email ) ( Holland & Hart LLP / Colorado) & Emma Higham ( email ) ( Clyde & Co / Qatar) Support the show Register on the ELA website here to receive email invitations to future programs.

Nebraska has adopted its own WARN Act, creating significant new obligations for employers facing business closures and mass layoffs. In this episode, we break down the law's expanded 90-day notice requirement, new notice content and language obligations, covered employers, enforcement, key exceptions, and practical compliance steps before the Act takes effect on July 18, 2026. Host: Tara Stingley ( email ) ( Cline Williams Wright Johnson & Oldfather, LLP ) Guest Speaker: Maddie Hasley ( email ) ( Cline Williams Wright Johnson & Oldfather, LLP ) Support the show  Register on the ELA website here to receive email invitations to future programs.

The EEOC has replaced its Strategic Enforcement Plan with a new National Enforcement Plan for 2026–2029, signaling important shifts in federal workplace enforcement priorities. In this episode, we discuss what employers need to know about the EEOC's renewed focus on intentional discrimination, DEI initiatives, religious accommodations, "anti-American" discrimination, workplace investigations, and the compliance fundamentals that remain essential. Learn the practical steps organizations should take now to prepare for the evolving enforcement landscape. Host: Tara Stingley ( email ) ( Cline Williams Wright Johnson & Oldfather, LLP ) Guest Speakers: Mike Gardner ( email ) & Victor Cardwell ( email ) ( Woods Rogers ) Support the show  Register on the ELA website here to receive email invitations to future programs.

More than 55 years after the Occupational Safety and Health Act transformed workplace safety in the United States, OSHA remains a central force in protecting workers and shaping employer responsibilities. In this episode, we explore OSHA’s evolution from its early focus on industrial hazards to its current priorities in a rapidly changing workplace. We discuss the agency’s successes, the role of the General Duty Clause, the realities behind recent debates about OSHA’s future, and what employers should expect from OSHA enforcement and policy initiatives today. We also examine the role of OSHA counsel in helping organizations navigate compliance, investigations, and emerging workplace safety risks. Host: Holly Goodman ( email ) ( Gunster ) Guest Speaker: Taylor Johnson ( email ) ( Pierce Atwood LLP ) Support the show  Register on the ELA website here to receive email invitations to future programs.

What can employers learn from the employment lawsuit filed against MrBeast and the infamous “How to Succeed” guide? In this episode, we explore why neutrality in HR practices, employee handbooks, and workplace policies is critical to managing legal risk and fostering a fair workplace culture. Drawing lessons from some of the best and worst employee handbooks in corporate America, we discuss how policy language can shape employee expectations, influence workplace behavior, and create unintended liability. Tune in for practical guidance on drafting clear, consistent, and legally sound workplace policies. Host: Tara Stingley ( email ) ( Cline Williams Wright Johnson & Oldfather, LLP ) Guest Speakers: Jackie Staple ( email ) & Ariel Perez ( email ) ( Jackson Walker ) Support the show  Register on the ELA website here to receive email invitations to future programs.

This episode explores how employees’ social media activity, especially off-duty posts, can create real legal and reputational challenges for employers. The discussion breaks down what employers can and can’t control under laws like the First Amendment and the National Labor Relations Act, and why these situations are often highly fact specific. It also highlights the importance of clear, well-crafted policies and thoughtful responses to online conduct to avoid legal risk. Host: Tara Stingley ( email ) ( Cline Williams Wright Johnson & Oldfather, LLP ) Guest Speakers: Cat Scott ( email ) & Daniel Fishman ( email ) ( Morgan, Brown & Joy / Massachusetts) Read Cat & Daniel's article here . Support the show  Register on the ELA website here to receive email invitations to future programs.

In this episode, we examine the U.S. Department of Labor’s proposed changes to worker classification and their impact on employers. Listen in as we break down the updated framework for distinguishing independent contractors from employees and highlight key compliance considerations. Learn what these developments could mean for your workforce strategy and risk exposure. Host: Tara Stingley ( email ) ( Cline Williams Wright Johnson & Oldfather, LLP ) Guest Speaker: Alex Grande ( email ) ( Holland & Hart LLP ) Support the show  Register on the ELA website here to receive email invitations to future programs.

In this episode, we explore federal telework guidance issued by the EEOC and OPM and what it means for disability accommodations in today’s workplace. While the guidance is directed at federal agencies, it may signal how the EEOC will evaluate telework as a reasonable accommodation in the private sector. We break down key insights and discuss what employers should consider when responding to remote work requests. Host: Tara Stingley ( email ) ( Cline Williams Wright Johnson & Oldfather, LLP ) Guest Speaker: Edward Cadagin ( email ) ( Arnall Golden Gregory LLP ) Support the show  Register on the ELA website here to receive email invitations to future programs.