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California’s new reproductive loss leave law requires employers to provide all California employees with a minimum of five days of leave for a qualifying reproductive loss event, up to a maximum of 20 days within a 12-month period. This leave and accommodations statute is another example of how California differs from most other states. For more on this #California peculiarity and hundreds of others, please see the 2024 Seyfarth’s “Cal Peculiarities.” For a copy, click here: https://ow.ly/vEbO50UmqZm #TeamSeyfarth #CalPecs

Now available! Seyfarth’s 2024-2025 50-State Non-Compete Desktop Reference This publication provides a detailed, state-by-state analysis of the evolving legal landscape governing #non-competes, non-solicitation agreements, and #tradesecret protections. Learn more from our report here: https://ow.ly/6P9c50UmqwM #TeamSeyfarth

As we continue our campaign for the 6th Edition of the Government Contracts Compliance Handbook, we’re thrilled to share the next six essential tips for government contractors. This edition focuses on parallel proceedings and global settlements, offering practical strategies to tackle overlapping investigations and achieve favorable outcomes. Parallel proceedings can be daunting, but the right approach can mitigate risks and lead to successful resolutions. Dive deeper into these strategies and explore how our team can provide tailored guidance to protect your interests. Read more in the Government Contracts Compliance Handbook, 6th Edition, or connect with us to discuss how we can assist. #GovernmentContracts #Compliance #ParallelProceedings #GlobalSettlements #LegalInsights #TeamSeyfarth https://ow.ly/owU050UlVpB

Spotlighting Seyfarth’s commitment to the environmental, social, and governance (#ESG) landscape, Ameena Majid, the firm’s first Impact & Sustainability partner and founder and co-chair of Seyfarth’s Impact & Sustainability group, was chosen as a 2024 United States Green Ambassador by Legal 500. This selective recognition showcases advocates for #sustainability as “they shape ESG practices, influence internal operations, and lead industry dialogues as thought leaders and change-makers.” #TeamSeyfarth https://ow.ly/SVEi50UlKfE

Tune in to this week's Pioneers and Pathfinders #podcast as host Stephen Poor welcomes back Ed Walters, chief strategy officer at vLex. They discuss how Fastcase merged with vLex, the response to Vincent AI, and how he hopes #generativeAI will enhance access to justice and improve lawyer training. https://ow.ly/UOYq50UkQN6

Perhaps nowhere has the peculiarity of #California law been more prominent than with regard to #LaborandEmployment law. Seyfarth once again spotlights those unorthodox laws and regulations with the publication of our annual “Cal Peculiarities - How California Employment Law is Different.” Seyfarth L&E lawyers highlight differences between federal and California law in key areas of interest to private employers that operate both in California and in the rest of the United States. “Cal Pecs” summarizes the legislative, judicial, and regulatory developments that have made California a uniquely challenging environment for private employers. We will highlight some of the more significant peculiarities in regular posts here in the coming week. For a copy of the 2024 edition of “Cal Peculiarities,” click here: https://ow.ly/Nj2o50UkjFm #TeamSeyfarth #CalPecs

Extending Seyfarth’s reputation for #innovation in legal services, Dan Evans, co-chair of our #RealEstateFinance practice, was chosen as One to Watch – #Innovators in #CRE for 2024 by the New York Real Estate Journal. This select honor showcases “accomplishments, challenges, advice, and other key insights from individuals who are leading the way.” #TeamSeyfarth https://ow.ly/Xi1o50UkiMc

Thanksgiving is a special time of year when we take time to pause and reflect on what we are grateful for. At Seyfarth, we are thankful for all of you and all you do, as well as for our clients, colleagues, communities, family and friends. We wish you a safe and joyful holiday filled with happiness and heartfelt "Thank You." Happy Thanksgiving from Seyfarth!

Unlike federal law, #California expressly protects employees from discrimination based on unauthorized work status. This protection extends to requirements regarding reverification and retaliation for reporting unlawful work practices, among others. California also requires employers engage in specific procedures if the workplace is investigated or audited by US Immigration and Customs Enforcement. This is one example of how California #LaborandEmployment law stands apart from the rest of the country. For more on this peculiarity and hundreds of others, please see the 2024 of Seyfarth’s “Cal Peculiarities.” For a copy, click here: https://ow.ly/lrch50Uffze #TeamSeyfarth #CalPecs

Seyfarth’s growing and highly recognized #LabourandEmployment practice in #HongKong rose again in the Legal 500 rankings for 2025. Legal 500 praised Seyfarth for its “extensive experience advising multinational employers on all Asia-Pacific HR-related law needs, including employment law, immigration, and data privacy matters.” Individually, Kathryn Weaver was ranked as a Leading Partner ("strongest in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.”) Li Wan, Joni Wong, and Qiliang Mao were also cited for their respective work on cross-border transactions and investments, discrimination issues and employment litigation. #TeamSeyfarth https://ow.ly/94zs50Uf2Yc