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- Media Outlets Cover Arrival of Catrina Smith in Londonon October 16, 2026 at 10:55 pm
Several news outlets covered the arrival of Of Counsel Catrina Smith at Fisher Phillips, joining the firm's London office and bringing the team to 12 members as it accelerates its British expansion…
- Kate Dedenbach Featured in Q&A on AI Legal Minefield for Hospitality IT Leaderson October 16, 2026 at 10:55 pm
In an article published by Hospitality Technology, Kate Dedenbach discussed technical realities, architectural guardrails, and contract terms hospitality IT leaders need to establish to protect their…
- Ben Ebbink Discusses State Push to Keep Humans in the Loop on AI Employment Decisionson October 16, 2026 at 10:55 pm
In an article published by Bloomberg Law, Ben Ebbink discussed how lawmakers in California and Colorado are fueling a push to keep humans in the loop when businesses use AI to hire and fire employees,
- The FP 5: Choosing the Right Location for Your Next US Expansionon October 16, 2026 at 10:55 pm
Choosing where to expand can shape your business for years. This week on the FP 5, Ray Perez shares five things companies should consider when selecting a US location, from workforce and…
- Fisher Phillips Continues Momentum in London with Arrival of Catrina Smithon October 16, 2026 at 10:55 pm
Fisher Phillips, a leading international labour and employment law firm representing employers, is pleased to announce the arrival of Catrina Smith, the 12th team member to join its recently launched…
- Ben Ebbink Discusses State AI Laws That Require Human Oversight of Job Decisionson October 16, 2026 at 10:55 pm
In an article published by Bloomberg Law, Ben Ebbink discussed how state-level AI laws, particularly in California and Colorado, are increasing requirements for human oversight of employment decisions
- Germán de la Garza de Vecchi Discusses Mexico’s 40-Hour Workweek Reformon October 16, 2026 at 10:55 pm
In an article published by El Economista, Germán de la Garza de Vecchi discussed the operational uncertainty surrounding Mexico’s labor reform reducing the workweek to 40 hours, particularly the…
- Partner Discusses Looming Questions About California’s New Workplace AI Lawson October 16, 2026 at 10:55 pm
In an article published by Law360, Ben Ebbink discussed several newly signed California laws imposing new rules on companies that use artificial intelligence to manage their workforces. “Things are…
- The FP 5: Your Guide to California’s New Workplace Lawson October 16, 2026 at 10:55 pm
California just enacted a new wave of workplace laws covering AI-driven employment decisions, layoffs, employee monitoring, and more. Ben Ebbink joins us this week on the FP 5 to review what changed…
- Dallas Partner and Chair of the ABA Litigation Section Shares Tips on Making Meaningful Trial Objectionson October 16, 2026 at 10:55 pm
In an article published by the ABA Journal, Amy M. Stewart discussed the challenges lawyers face when making objections during trial, even when judges resist them. "No one promised us in law school…
- Joshua Nadreau Discusses Stanford Union Case Teeing Up Student Organizing for Trump NLRBon October 16, 2026 at 10:55 pm
In an article published by Bloomberg Law, Joshua Nadreau discussed how a Stanford University union case could give the Trump-era NLRB an opportunity to revisit the Columbia University precedent on…
- Mining Matters: Rethinking the Conference: MSHA’s Guidance on the New CLIR Programon October 16, 2026 at 10:55 pm
The Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) has issued guidance regarding its new Conference Litigation and Investigative Resources (CLIR) program and the process for conferencing enforcement act
- The FP 5: How the 2026 Midterms Could Reshape the Workplaceon October 16, 2026 at 10:55 pm
The 2026 midterms could shift the balance of power in Washington and reshape workplace policy across the states. This week, the FP 5 gang shares five things employers, HR managers, and legal teams…
- Fisher Phillips Launches Miami Office with Team from Zumpano Castroon October 16, 2026 at 10:55 pm
International labor and employment law firm Fisher Phillips, with nearly 900 attorneys globally, today announces the launch of its Miami office effective October 1, 2026, with a team from Miami-based…
- London Partner Discusses UK Government's Extension of Bereavement Leave Rightson October 16, 2026 at 10:55 pm
In an interview with HR Magazine, Richard Harvey discussed the UK government's new right to bereavement leave—beginning in April 2027—for employees who lose a spouse or partner, parent, adult, child…
- The FP 5: What to Do When OSHA or the EPA Shows Up at Your Dooron October 16, 2026 at 10:55 pm
What happens when an OSHA or EPA inspector shows up at your door? Jamie Spataro joins us this week on the FP 5 to explain how employers can prepare for an inspection, what to do when an inspector…
- Fisher Phillips Named "Litigation Powerhouse" by BTI Consulting Group for the Fourth Consecutive Yearon October 16, 2026 at 10:55 pm
Fisher Phillips, an international labor and employment law firm representing employers, is pleased to announce that it has been named a “Litigation Powerhouse” by BTI Consulting Group. The firm earned
- Fisher Phillips Deploys AltaClaro’s AI-Powered Deposition Training Tool, DepoSimon October 16, 2026 at 10:55 pm
Fisher Phillips, an international labor and employment law firm representing employers, today announced the firmwide rollout of AltaClaro’s AI-powered deposition simulation platform, DepoSim. This…
- Regional Managing Partner Discusses Potential End of EEO-5 Reporting for School Districtson October 16, 2026 at 10:55 pm
In an interview with K-12 Dive, Jennifer Sandberg discussed the Trump administration's proposal to end the EEO-5 reporting requirement, which since 1974 has required school districts with 100 or more…
- Karl Kumli Discusses Coast-to-Coast Risk of Wildfireson October 16, 2026 at 10:55 pm
In another interview with Risk & Insurance, Karl Kumli again discusses the growing risk wildfires pose for employers nationwide. He notes that employers from coast-to-coast need to start thinking…
