<![CDATA[The FP 5: Five Things for Your 9-to-5]]>The FP 5 helps employers make sense of the fast-moving world of workplace law and compliance. Each episode breaks down the legal landscape into five pieces, without the legal jargon. If you hire, manage, or advise people, every Thursday we’ll help you stay clear, current, and ahead of risk.

]]>https://www.fisherphillips.com/en/insights?nt=23611Riverside.fm (https://riverside.com)Mon, 02 Nov 2026 14:57:21 GMTMon, 02 Mar 2026 15:19:12 GMT60Fisher Phillips<p>The FP 5 helps employers make sense of the fast-moving world of workplace law and compliance. Each episode breaks down the legal landscape into five pieces, without the legal jargon. If you hire, manage, or advise people, every Thursday we’ll help you stay clear, current, and ahead of risk.</p>episodicFisher Phillipsebanks@fisherphillips.comno<![CDATA[5 Emergency Situations Employers Should Be Ready For]]>From medical emergencies and opioid overdoses to workplace violence and natural disasters, is your organization prepared? Fisher Phillips attorney Karl Kumli joins us this week on the FP 5 to discuss five workplace emergencies and practical steps employers can take to protect their teams.

Show Notes

Preparing For the Worst: 5 Workplace Emergencies Employers Should Plan For

New OSHA Opioid Overdose Response Guidance Urges Training, Use of Reversal Medications: What Your Business Needs To Know

OSHA FactSheet: Opioid Overdose Rescue with Reversal Medications

Why Every Employer Needs an Environmental Safety Plan + Where to Start

The FP5: Addressing Violence in the Workplace

]]>982eea8a-2680-4196-804d-b04640ae37e5Thu, 29 Oct 2026 12:30:00 GMT<p>From medical emergencies and opioid overdoses to workplace violence and natural disasters, is your organization prepared? Fisher Phillips attorney Karl Kumli joins us this week on the FP 5 to discuss five workplace emergencies and practical steps employers can take to protect their teams.<br /><br /><b><strong>Show Notes</strong></b></p><p><a href="https://www.fisherphillips.com/en/insights/insights/workplace-emergencies-employers-should-plan-for" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow"><b><strong>Preparing For the Worst: 5 Workplace Emergencies Employers Should Plan For</strong></b></a></p><p><a href="https://www.fisherphillips.com/en/insights/insights/new-osha-opioid-overdose-response-guidance-urges-training-use-of-reversal-medications" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank"><b><strong>New OSHA Opioid Overdose Response Guidance Urges Training, Use of Reversal Medications: What Your Business Needs To Know</strong></b></a></p><p><a href="https://www.osha.gov/sites/default/files/publications/OSHA4519.pdf" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow"><b><strong>OSHA FactSheet: Opioid Overdose Rescue with Reversal Medications</strong></b></a></p><p><a href="https://www.fisherphillips.com/en/insights/insights/why-every-employer-needs-an-environmental-safety-plan" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank"><b><strong>Why Every Employer Needs an Environmental Safety Plan + Where to Start</strong></b></a></p><p><a href="https://www.fisherphillips.com/en/insights/podcasts/the-fp5-addressing-violence-in-the-workplace" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank"><b><strong>The FP5: Addressing Violence in the Workplace</strong></b></a></p>no00:30:275 Emergency Situations Employers Should Be Ready Forfull<![CDATA[Everyone Loves Unions These Days … What’s an Employer To Do?]]>Union approval is at a decades-high level, even as membership and organizing activity remain low. This week Todd Lyon joins the FP 5 to explain the disconnect, how unions are changing their organizing strategies, and what employers can do to strengthen employee relations.

Show Notes

Unions Reach Decades-High Approval Rating: 6 Steps for Employers in Current Labor Environment 

Union Organizing Activity Map 

The FP5: The Bill That Would Rewrite Labor Relations 

]]>9a17dc2c-fd89-4736-952c-dab6aa97480eThu, 22 Oct 2026 12:30:00 GMT<p>Union approval is at a decades-high level, even as membership and organizing activity remain low. This week Todd Lyon joins the FP 5 to explain the disconnect, how unions are changing their organizing strategies, and what employers can do to strengthen employee relations.<br /><br /><b><strong>Show Notes</strong></b></p><p><a href="https://www.fisherphillips.com/en/insights/insights/unions-reach-decades-high-approval-rating" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Unions Reach Decades-High Approval Rating: 6 Steps for Employers in Current Labor Environment</a> </p><p><a href="https://www.fisherphillips.com/en/resources-and-innovation/trackers-and-maps/union-organizing-activity-map" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Union Organizing Activity Map</a> </p><p><a href="https://www.fisherphillips.com/en/insights/podcasts/the-fp5-the-bill-that-would-rewrite-labor-relations" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">The FP5: The Bill That Would Rewrite Labor Relations</a> </p>no00:26:08Everyone Loves Unions These Days … What’s an Employer To Do?full<![CDATA[Choosing the Right Location for Your Next US Expansion]]>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 infrastructure to workplace laws, incentives, and long-term growth. 

 Show Notes

Site Selection Checklist for Companies Expanding Operations or Entering the US

Site Selection Tips for International Companies Heading to the US: 8 Steps for Choosing the Right Location

]]>c920a9ee-0247-41b6-bc61-b7fd54d76670Thu, 15 Oct 2026 12:30:00 GMT<p>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 infrastructure to workplace laws, incentives, and long-term growth. </p><p><b><strong> Show Notes</strong></b></p><p><a href="https://www.fisherphillips.com/en/insights/insights/site-selection-checklist-expanding-operations-entering-the-us" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank"><b><strong>Site Selection Checklist for Companies Expanding Operations or Entering the US</strong></b></a></p><p><a href="https://www.fisherphillips.com/en/insights/insights/site-selection-tips-for-international-companies-heading-to-the-us" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank"><b><strong>Site Selection Tips for International Companies Heading to the US: 8 Steps for Choosing the Right Location</strong></b></a></p>no00:24:30Choosing the Right Location for Your Next US Expansionfull<![CDATA[Your Guide to California’s New Workplace Laws]]>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 and discuss what employers should be preparing for. 

Show Notes

California’s New Workplace Laws Put AI and Employee Monitoring in the Spotlight: Your Full Guide to 11 Bills Just Signed (and 1 Vetoed) 

California Just Banned Employers From Letting AI Fire Workers on Its Own: Your 5-Step Compliance Plan

California Employers Will Soon Need to Say When AI Causes a Mass Layoff: 5 Steps to Prepare

California Bans AI Tools That Read Employees’ Emotions or Nervous System Data: FAQs for Employers

California Curbs Website Tracking Lawsuits: Action Plan for Businesses With Pending Claims

California Employees Can Ditch Tracking Tools When Using Workplace Bathrooms: Top 10 Things Employers Need to Know About New Surveillance Law

California Raises Pay Data Reporting Penalties Fivefold: 5 Things You Should Do

California’s New Agricultural Minimum Wage Will Near $20 Per Hour in 2027: Key Takeaways for Ag Employers

California Expands Bereavement Leave to Cover Extended and Chosen Family: 3 Key Changes for Employers

New California Law Adds Anti-Hate Speech Training Requirement for Employers: What to Know + 4 Steps to Take Now

New California Law Expands Cal/OSHA Enforcement Power, Raises Stakes for Workplace Safety Violations: Top Employer Takeaways

]]>aff355b6-a816-4f5b-9d6a-a78239036703Thu, 08 Oct 2026 14:47:07 GMT<p>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 and discuss what employers should be preparing for. </p><p><b><strong>Show Notes</strong></b></p><p><a href="https://www.fisherphillips.com/en/insights/insights/californias-new-workplace-laws-put-ai-and-employee-monitoring-in-the-spotlight" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank"><b><strong>California’s New Workplace Laws Put AI and Employee Monitoring in the Spotlight: Your Full Guide to 11 Bills Just Signed (and 1 Vetoed)</strong></b></a><b><strong> </strong></b></p><p><a href="https://www.fisherphillips.com/en/insights/insights/california-just-banned-employers-from-letting-ai-fire-workers-on-its-own" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow"><b><strong>California Just Banned Employers From Letting AI Fire Workers on Its Own: Your 5-Step Compliance Plan</strong></b></a></p><p><a href="https://www.fisherphillips.com/en/insights/insights/california-employers-will-soon-need-to-say-when-ai-causes-a-mass-layoff" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow"><b><strong>California Employers Will Soon Need to Say When AI Causes a Mass Layoff: 5 Steps to Prepare</strong></b></a></p><p><a href="https://www.fisherphillips.com/en/insights/insights/california-bans-ai-tools-that-read-employees-emotions-or-nervous-system-data" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow"><b><strong>California Bans AI Tools That Read Employees’ Emotions or Nervous System Data: FAQs for Employers</strong></b></a></p><p><a href="https://www.fisherphillips.com/en/insights/insights/california-curbs-website-tracking-lawsuits-action-plan-for-businesses-with-pending-claims" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow"><b><strong>California Curbs Website Tracking Lawsuits: Action Plan for Businesses With Pending Claims</strong></b></a></p><p><a href="https://www.fisherphillips.com/en/insights/insights/california-employees-can-ditch-tracking-tools-when-using-workplace-bathrooms" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow"><b><strong>California Employees Can Ditch Tracking Tools When Using Workplace Bathrooms: Top 10 Things Employers Need to Know About New Surveillance Law</strong></b></a></p><p><a href="https://www.fisherphillips.com/en/insights/insights/california-raises-pay-data-reporting-penalties-fivefold" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow"><b><strong>California Raises Pay Data Reporting Penalties Fivefold: 5 Things You Should Do</strong></b></a></p><p><a href="https://www.fisherphillips.com/en/insights/insights/californias-new-agricultural-minimum-wage" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow"><b><strong>California’s New Agricultural Minimum Wage Will Near $20 Per Hour in 2027: Key Takeaways for Ag Employers</strong></b></a></p><p><a href="https://www.fisherphillips.com/en/insights/insights/california-expands-bereavement-leave-to-cover-extended-and-chosen-family" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow"><b><strong>California Expands Bereavement Leave to Cover Extended and Chosen Family: 3 Key Changes for Employers</strong></b></a></p><p><a href="https://www.fisherphillips.com/en/insights/insights/new-california-law-adds-anti-hate-speech-training-requirement-for-employers" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow"><b><strong>New California Law Adds Anti-Hate Speech Training Requirement for Employers: What to Know + 4 Steps to Take Now</strong></b></a></p><p><a href="https://www.fisherphillips.com/en/insights/insights/new-california-law-expands-calosha-enforcement-power-raises-stakes-for-workplace-safety-violations" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow"><b><strong>New California Law Expands Cal/OSHA Enforcement Power, Raises Stakes for Workplace Safety Violations: Top Employer Takeaways</strong></b></a></p>no00:36:30Your Guide to California’s New Workplace Lawsfull<![CDATA[How the 2026 Midterms Could Reshape the Workplace]]>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 should watch on Election Day.

Show Notes

5 Ways the 2026 Midterms Will Impact the Senate HELP Committee and Employers Across the Country

The Rise of Democratic Socialism: What Employers Need to Know Heading into Election Season and Beyond

]]>d1b76879-e239-4588-b113-e280bbca4459Thu, 01 Oct 2026 13:41:57 GMT<p>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 should watch on Election Day.</p><p><b><strong>Show Notes</strong></b></p><p><a href="https://www.fisherphillips.com/en/insights/insights/ways-the-2026-midterms-will-impact-the-senate-help-committee-and-employers" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank"><b><strong>5 Ways the 2026 Midterms Will Impact the Senate HELP Committee and Employers Across the Country</strong></b></a></p><p><a href="https://www.fisherphillips.com/en/insights/insights/what-employers-need-to-know-heading-into-election-season-and-beyond" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank"><b><strong>The Rise of Democratic Socialism: What Employers Need to Know Heading into Election Season and Beyond</strong></b></a></p>no00:35:13How the 2026 Midterms Could Reshape the Workplacefull<![CDATA[What to Do When OSHA or the EPA Shows Up at Your Door]]>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 arrives, and the practical steps to take during and after the visit.

Show Notes

Safety Inspectors Are Here: Does Your Business Know How to Respond to an EPA or OSHA Audit?

]]>0a900381-c97a-4ac9-b675-9777c54e5656Thu, 24 Sep 2026 12:14:47 GMT<p>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 arrives, and the practical steps to take during and after the visit.</p><p><b><strong>Show Notes</strong></b></p><p><a href="https://www.fisherphillips.com/en/insights/insights/how-to-respond-to-an-epa-or-osha-audit" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank"><b><strong>Safety Inspectors Are Here: Does Your Business Know How to Respond to an EPA or OSHA Audit?</strong></b></a></p>no00:32:51What to Do When OSHA or the EPA Shows Up at Your Doorfull<![CDATA[When Can You Deny a Religious Accommodation?]]>Religious accommodation requests are in the spotlight, and the legal standard for denying them has gotten tougher. This week on the FP 5, Andria Ryan explains when employers can say no, what counts as an undue hardship, and how HR teams can build a better process for evaluating requests.

Show Notes

When Can You Deny a Religious Accommodation? 6 Practical Steps for Employers as Guidance Evolves

Religious Accommodation Requests For Weekends Off Are Surging: Practical Strategies For Retail Employers

]]>53a47c0a-13fd-41c0-aacb-5810dcf20d97Thu, 17 Sep 2026 13:13:00 GMT<p>Religious accommodation requests are in the spotlight, and the legal standard for denying them has gotten tougher. This week on the FP 5, Andria Ryan explains when employers can say no, what counts as an undue hardship, and how HR teams can build a better process for evaluating requests.</p><p></p><p><b>Show Notes</b></p><p></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.fisherphillips.com/en/insights/insights/when-can-you-deny-a-religious-accommodation" target="_blank"><b>When Can You Deny a Religious Accommodation? 6 Practical Steps for Employers as Guidance Evolves</b></a></p><p></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.fisherphillips.com/en/insights/insights/religious-accommodation-requests-for-weekends-off-are-surging" target="_blank"><b>Religious Accommodation Requests For Weekends Off Are Surging: Practical Strategies For Retail Employers</b></a></p>no00:27:06When Can You Deny a Religious Accommodation?full<![CDATA[What New Concealed Carry Rules Mean for Your Workplace]]>A new Supreme Court ruling could change how businesses approach the presence of firearms on their property. Travis Vance joins us this week to explain the recent Supreme Court decision on concealed carry rules and the practical steps employers should consider taking when it comes to allowing or prohibiting firearms in the workplace.

 

Show Notes

 

Guns In Your Business: Practical Steps for Employers and Businesses Following SCOTUS’ Ruling Barring Concealed Carry Limits

]]>d31f556b-68a6-4945-9aca-b287d4620711Thu, 10 Sep 2026 12:53:51 GMT<p>A new Supreme Court ruling could change how businesses approach the presence of firearms on their property. Travis Vance joins us this week to explain the recent Supreme Court decision on concealed carry rules and the practical steps employers should consider taking when it comes to allowing or prohibiting firearms in the workplace.</p><p> </p><p><b>Show Notes</b></p><p> </p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.fisherphillips.com/en/insights/insights/scotus-ruling-barring-concealed-carry-limits" target="_blank"><b>Guns In Your Business: Practical Steps for Employers and Businesses Following SCOTUS’ Ruling Barring Concealed Carry Limits</b></a></p>no00:26:55What New Concealed Carry Rules Mean for Your Workplacefull<![CDATA[The NLRB Is Ready to Change Course]]>For the first time in years, the NLRB has enough Senate-confirmed votes to start overturning precedent. This week on The FP 5, Brian Balonick breaks down the Biden-era labor rules most likely to get reversed and shares what employers should expect as the new Board gets to work.

Show Notes

NLRB Now Has Enough Votes to Overturn Policy: FP Predictions on 10 Issues Most Likely to Change

Is the Law on Handbooks Changing Again? 5 Steps for Employers After NLRB General Counsel’s New Guidance on Work Rules

Which NLRB rules have affected your workplace the most, for better or for worse? We want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail here.

]]>74f780ca-c47b-469b-8baa-ccee6d3e1fdcThu, 03 Sep 2026 13:50:04 GMT<p>For the first time in years, the NLRB has enough Senate-confirmed votes to start overturning precedent. This week on The FP 5, Brian Balonick breaks down the Biden-era labor rules most likely to get reversed and shares what employers should expect as the new Board gets to work.</p><p></p><p><b>Show Notes</b></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.fisherphillips.com/en/insights/insights/nlrb-now-has-enough-votes-to-overturn-policy" target="_blank"><b>NLRB Now Has Enough Votes to Overturn Policy: FP Predictions on 10 Issues Most Likely to Change</b></a></p><p></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.fisherphillips.com/en/insights/insights/steps-for-employers-after-nlrb-general-counsels-new-guidance-on-work-rules" target="_blank"><b>Is the Law on Handbooks Changing Again? 5 Steps for Employers After NLRB General Counsel’s New Guidance on Work Rules</b></a></p><p></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.speakpipe.com/FP5" target="_blank"><b>Which NLRB rules have affected your workplace the most, for better or for worse? We want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail here.</b></a></p>no00:34:17The NLRB Is Ready to Change Coursefull<![CDATA[What Employers Need to Know About the EEOC’s New Direction]]>The US Equal Opportunity Employment Commission is changing its enforcement priorities and reconsidering longstanding reporting requirements. This week on the FP 5, Jennifer Sandberg breaks down what’s changing, what employers should watch, and the practical steps HR and legal teams should be thinking about now.

Show Notes

EEOC Votes to Scrap EEO-1 and Other Demographic Reporting: Key Takeaways for Employers

EEOC Announces Strategic Priorities Through 2030: 5 Things Employers Should Watch For

]]>fffb0787-9b0d-4a7a-9041-ef699eb5a55aThu, 27 Aug 2026 17:35:45 GMT<p>The US Equal Opportunity Employment Commission is changing its enforcement priorities and reconsidering longstanding reporting requirements. This week on the FP 5, Jennifer Sandberg breaks down what’s changing, what employers should watch, and the practical steps HR and legal teams should be thinking about now.</p><p></p><p><b>Show Notes</b></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.fisherphillips.com/en/insights/insights/eeoc-votes-to-scrap-eeo-1-and-other-demographic-reporting" target="_blank"><b>EEOC Votes to Scrap EEO-1 and Other Demographic Reporting: Key Takeaways for Employers</b></a></p><p></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.fisherphillips.com/en/insights/insights/eeoc-announces-strategic-priorities-through-2030" target="_blank"><b>EEOC Announces Strategic Priorities Through 2030: 5 Things Employers Should Watch For</b></a></p>no00:26:31What Employers Need to Know About the EEOC’s New Directionfull<![CDATA[AI is Moving Fast. How Are You Holding Up?]]>How are people really feeling about AI at work? Recorded at the Fisher Phillips AI Evolution 2026 conference, on this episode of the FP 5, conference attendees share candid perspectives about keeping up with rapid change, where human judgment still matters, and how professionals are using it in their workplace.

]]>330af272-c7f7-4ce4-9775-2d4d6348c3b3Thu, 20 Aug 2026 13:30:00 GMT<p>How are people really feeling about AI at work? Recorded at the Fisher Phillips AI Evolution 2026 conference, on this episode of the FP 5, conference attendees share candid perspectives about keeping up with rapid change, where human judgment still matters, and how professionals are using it in their workplace.</p>no00:21:03AI is Moving Fast. How Are You Holding Up?full<![CDATA[What Do You Mean I Can't Fire the Worker Who Went Rogue?]]>Did you know that employers can’t necessarily discipline or terminate workers who criticize their bosses, make inflammatory social media posts about work, or commit similar misconduct? This week on the FP 5, Joshua Nadreau explains how this behavior may actually be protected under federal labor law, even if you aren’t a unionized employer.


Show Notes

Employee Criticism of Management on Internal Work Chats Is Protected Activity, ALJ Says: What Your Tech Business Needs to Know

4 Social Media Tips for Employers as Workplace TikToks Continue to Go Viral

Flying Solo: Can a Single Employee’s Workplace Complaint Qualify as Protected Concerted Activity?

“Watch Me Get Fired” Videos Are Going Viral: 7 Tips for Employers to Navigate New Trend

Employer Can’t Terminate Vulgar Employee Because of Spotty Disciplinary Record – A 5-Step Plan to Avoid the Same Fate

Do you have an outrageous story about how someone did (or didn’t) get fired at your workplace? We want to hear it! Leave us a voicemail here.

]]>c1798e5e-7547-438d-9c31-6502d50d77c4Thu, 13 Aug 2026 15:20:29 GMT<p>Did you know that employers can’t necessarily discipline or terminate workers who criticize their bosses, make inflammatory social media posts about work, or commit similar misconduct? This week on the FP 5, Joshua Nadreau explains how this behavior may actually be protected under federal labor law, even if you aren’t a unionized employer.</p><p><br /><b>Show Notes</b></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.fisherphillips.com/en/insights/insights/employee-criticism-of-management-on-internal-work-chats-is-protected-activity-alj-says" target="_blank">Employee Criticism of Management on Internal Work Chats Is Protected Activity<b>, ALJ Says: What Your Tech Business Needs to Know</b></a></p><p></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.fisherphillips.com/en/insights/insights/4-social-media-tips-for-employers" target="_blank"><b>4 Social Media Tips for Employers as Workplace TikToks Continue to Go Viral</b></a></p><p></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.fisherphillips.com/en/insights/insights/single-employees-workplace-complaint-qualify-protected-concerted-activity" target="_blank"><b>Flying Solo: Can a Single Employee’s Workplace Complaint Qualify as Protected Concerted Activity?</b></a></p><p></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.fisherphillips.com/en/insights/insights/watch-me-get-fired-videos-are-going-viral" target="_blank"><b>“Watch Me Get Fired” Videos Are Going Viral: 7 Tips for Employers to Navigate New Trend</b></a></p><p></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.fisherphillips.com/en/insights/insights/employer-cant-terminate-vulgar-employee-spotty-disciplinary-record" target="_blank"><b>Employer Can’t Terminate Vulgar Employee Because of Spotty Disciplinary Record – A 5-Step Plan to Avoid the Same Fate</b></a></p><p></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.speakpipe.com/FP5" target="_blank">Do you have an outrageous story about how someone did (or didn’t) get fired at your workplace? We want to hear it! Leave us a voicemail here.</a></p>no00:24:34What Do You Mean I Can't Fire the Worker Who Went Rogue?full<![CDATA[Why Everyday Website Tools Are Triggering Lawsuits]]>Digital wiretapping lawsuits are reshaping online privacy risk. This week on the FP 5, Usama Kahf explains how decades-old California wiretapping laws are fueling thousands of lawsuits over cookies, pixels, chat tools, and analytics, and what businesses should do now to reduce risk and defend against claims.

Show Notes

FP’s Digital Wiretapping Litigation Work

]]>b3ae7bbf-9eae-4422-a698-66d2b433c48eThu, 06 Aug 2026 13:43:27 GMT<p>Digital wiretapping lawsuits are reshaping online privacy risk. This week on the FP 5, Usama Kahf explains how decades-old California wiretapping laws are fueling thousands of lawsuits over cookies, pixels, chat tools, and analytics, and what businesses should do now to reduce risk and defend against claims.<br /><br /><b>Show Notes</b></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.fisherphillips.com/en/capabilities/services/privacy-and-cyber/digital-wiretapping-litigation" target="_blank"><b>FP’s Digital Wiretapping Litigation Work</b></a></p>no00:21:20Why Everyday Website Tools Are Triggering Lawsuitsfull<![CDATA[What Changing Cannabis Laws Mean for Employers]]>Cannabis laws are evolving across the US, creating new compliance challenges for employers. Todd Logsdon joins us this week on the FP 5 to break down the legal developments and their growing impact on hiring and workplace policies.

Show Notes

Cannabis Laws Are Changing: 8 Questions Employers Should Ask Now

]]>1055181d-e45a-4f1b-9180-c6ea1fb0fe47Thu, 30 Jul 2026 13:19:42 GMT<p>Cannabis laws are evolving across the US, creating new compliance challenges for employers. Todd Logsdon joins us this week on the FP 5 to break down the legal developments and their growing impact on hiring and workplace policies.<br /><br /><b>Show Notes</b></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.fisherphillips.com/en/insights/insights/cannabis-laws-are-changing-8-questions-employers-should-ask-now" target="_blank"><b>Cannabis Laws Are Changing: 8 Questions Employers Should Ask Now</b></a></p>no00:23:32What Changing Cannabis Laws Mean for Employersfull<![CDATA[SCOTUS Just Handed the President the Power to Reshape Your Workplace]]>The Supreme Court’s Trump v. Slaughter ruling could reshape federal agencies that govern the workplace. Jonathan Crook joins us this week on the FP 5 to unpack five employer takeaways on presidential removal power, FTC politicization, and ripple effects for the EEOC and NLRB. 

Show Notes

SCOTUS Just Expanded President’s Power to Fire Members of Independent Agencies: What the Landmark Ruling Means for Businesses and Employers

]]>037594b6-50c0-40ee-8d77-5e5d558c8f26Thu, 23 Jul 2026 12:56:22 GMT<p>The Supreme Court’s <i>Trump v. Slaughter</i> ruling could reshape federal agencies that govern the workplace. Jonathan Crook joins us this week on the FP 5 to unpack five employer takeaways on presidential removal power, FTC politicization, and ripple effects for the EEOC and NLRB. <br /><br /><b>Show Notes</b></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.fisherphillips.com/en/insights/insights/scotus-just-expanded-presidents-power-to-fire-members-of-independent-agencies" target="_blank"><b>SCOTUS Just Expanded President’s Power to Fire Members of Independent Agencies: What the Landmark Ruling Means for Businesses and Employers</b></a></p>no00:27:16SCOTUS Just Handed the President the Power to Reshape Your Workplacefull<![CDATA[What to Expect From the Next Labor Dept Head]]>Keith Sonderling has been nominated as US Labor Secretary. In this week’s episode of the FP 5, we unpack what his leadership could mean for employers, from compliance-focused enforcement and key DOL rulemakings to AI policy, independent contractors, and joint employer issues.

Show Notes

Trump Taps Sonderling As Labor Secretary – What Employers Need To Know

AI Bias in the Workplace: Top 4 Takeaways From EEOC Commissioner’s Conversation at FP Conference

The FP5: Franchises, Contractors, and the DOL Joint Employer Shakeup

 

The FP5: Breaking Down the DOL’s Independent Contractor Proposal

]]>cfc5c995-382f-4a1a-ba31-5d596c7cb69bThu, 16 Jul 2026 14:21:22 GMT<p>Keith Sonderling has been nominated as US Labor Secretary. In this week’s episode of the FP 5, we unpack what his leadership could mean for employers, from compliance-focused enforcement and key DOL rulemakings to AI policy, independent contractors, and joint employer issues.<br /><br /><b>Show Notes</b></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.fisherphillips.com/en/insights/insights/trump-taps-sonderling-as-labor-secretary-what-employers-need-to-know" target="_blank"><b>Trump Taps Sonderling As Labor Secretary – What Employers Need To Know</b></a></p><p></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.fisherphillips.com/en/insights/insights/ai-bias-4-takeaways-from-eeoc-commissioners" target="_blank"><b>AI Bias in the Workplace: Top 4 Takeaways From EEOC Commissioner’s Conversation at FP Conference</b></a></p><p></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.fisherphillips.com/en/insights/podcasts/the-fp5-franchises-contractors-and-the-dol-joint-employer-shakeup" target="_blank"><b>The FP5: Franchises, Contractors, and the DOL Joint Employer Shakeup</b></a></p><p><b> </b></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.fisherphillips.com/en/insights/podcasts/the-fp5-breaking-down-the-dols-independent-contractor-proposal" target="_blank"><b>The FP5: Breaking Down the DOL’s Independent Contractor Proposal</b></a></p>no00:27:08What to Expect From the Next Labor Dept Headfull<![CDATA[The Bill That Would Rewrite Labor Relations]]>The House has passed the Faster Labor Contracts Act—a bill that could reshape US labor law. This week on the FP5, we break down the new bargaining deadlines, mandatory arbitration, potential impacts on employers and workers, and what happens next in the Senate.

Show Notes

Employers May Soon Face a Hard Deadline on First Union Contracts: What You Need to Know about Faster Labor Contracts Act

]]>f9bae908-e81e-468b-b1e3-1c58711063bbThu, 09 Jul 2026 13:23:34 GMT<p>The House has passed the Faster Labor Contracts Act—a bill that could reshape US labor law. This week on the FP5, we break down the new bargaining deadlines, mandatory arbitration, potential impacts on employers and workers, and what happens next in the Senate.<br /><br /><b>Show Notes</b></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.fisherphillips.com/en/insights/insights/employers-may-soon-face-a-hard-deadline-on-first-union-contracts" target="_blank"><b>Employers May Soon Face a Hard Deadline on First Union Contracts: What You Need to Know about Faster Labor Contracts Act</b></a></p>no00:28:54The Bill That Would Rewrite Labor Relationsfull<![CDATA[Hiring Humans in the Age of AI]]>AI is transforming hiring, but it’s also creating new legal risks. In this episode of the FP5 recorded at FP’s AI Evolution 2026 conference on June 25th, the gang talks AI-generated resumes, interview cheating, and deepfake candidates, and shares practical strategies employers can use to protect their hiring process while embracing innovation.

Show Notes

Hiring with Confidence in the AI Era: 3 Trends to Spot and 7 Ways to Safeguard Your Process

An Employer’s 5-Step Guide to AI Interviewing and Hiring Tools

If a Cybersecurity Firm Can Fall For the Latest AI Workplace Scam, So Can You: 10 Steps to Protect Your Business

]]>c275646e-30c4-4f42-b927-8d79f29d15daThu, 02 Jul 2026 13:18:40 GMT<p>AI is transforming hiring, but it’s also creating new legal risks. In this episode of the FP5 recorded at FP’s AI Evolution 2026 conference on June 25th, the gang talks AI-generated resumes, interview cheating, and deepfake candidates, and shares practical strategies employers can use to protect their hiring process while embracing innovation.<br /><br /><b>Show Notes</b></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.fisherphillips.com/en/insights/insights/hiring-with-confidence-in-the-ai-era" target="_blank"><b>Hiring with Confidence in the AI Era: 3 Trends to Spot and 7 Ways to Safeguard Your Process</b></a></p><p></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.fisherphillips.com/en/insights/insights/an-employers-5-step-guide-to-ai-interviewing-and-hiring-tools" target="_blank"><b>An Employer’s 5-Step Guide to AI Interviewing and Hiring Tools</b></a></p><p></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.fisherphillips.com/en/insights/insights/latest-ai-workplace-scam-10-steps-to-protect-your-business" target="_blank"><b>If a Cybersecurity Firm Can Fall For the Latest AI Workplace Scam, So Can You: 10 Steps to Protect Your Business</b></a></p>no00:18:25Hiring Humans in the Age of AIfull<![CDATA[New Workplace Laws Employers Need to Know in July]]>July 2026 is bringing major employment law changes. This week on the FP5, we’re breaking down new laws you need to know about, including minimum wage hikes, non-competes, pay transparency, E-Verify, and leave laws.

Show Notes

Employer Cheat Sheet for Workplace Laws Taking Effect July 1, 2026

]]>1e4d5c2c-8100-4282-ab64-93e1f43a5d5cThu, 25 Jun 2026 15:37:54 GMT<p>July 2026 is bringing major employment law changes. This week on the FP5, we’re breaking down new laws you need to know about, including minimum wage hikes, non-competes, pay transparency, E-Verify, and leave laws.<br /><br /><b>Show Notes</b></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.fisherphillips.com/en/insights/insights/employer-cheat-sheet-for-workplace-laws-taking-effect-july-1-2026" target="_blank"><b>Employer Cheat Sheet for Workplace Laws Taking Effect July 1, 2026</b></a></p>no00:29:21New Workplace Laws Employers Need to Know in Julyfull<![CDATA[Global Workplace Trends in 2026]]>What global trends are defining workplace law in 2026? On this episode of the FP5, we explore international trends including global whistleblower protections, the expansion of Japanese firms in North American markets, AI governance frameworks, and more.

Show Notes

FP’s Top 2026 Predictions for International Employment Law

]]>c240a66b-c9cb-4360-accc-5e362422cc6eThu, 18 Jun 2026 13:19:27 GMT<p>What global trends are defining workplace law in 2026? On this episode of the FP5, we explore international trends including global whistleblower protections, the expansion of Japanese firms in North American markets, AI governance frameworks, and more.<br /><br /><b>Show Notes</b></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.fisherphillips.com/en/insights/insights/fps-top-2026-predictions-for-international-employment-law" target="_blank"><b>FP’s Top 2026 Predictions for International Employment Law</b></a></p>no00:24:26Global Workplace Trends in 2026full<![CDATA[Franchises, Contractors, and the DOL Joint Employer Shakeup]]>The Department of Labor’s proposed joint employer rule could reshape how businesses manage contractors, staffing firms, and franchises. This week on the FP5 we break down the new four-factor test, go over key legal risks, and share what employers should consider doing now as federal and state standards continue to evolve.

Show Notes

DOL to Scale Back Joint Employer Liability for Businesses: What You Need to Know About the New Proposal

]]>0f3084a4-8ec3-4888-a297-401d4227354cThu, 11 Jun 2026 13:39:15 GMT<p>The Department of Labor’s proposed joint employer rule could reshape how businesses manage contractors, staffing firms, and franchises. This week on the FP5 we break down the new four-factor test, go over key legal risks, and share what employers should consider doing now as federal and state standards continue to evolve.<br /><br /><b>Show Notes</b></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.fisherphillips.com/en/insights/insights/dol-to-scale-back-joint-employer-liability-for-businesses" target="_blank"><b>DOL to Scale Back Joint Employer Liability for Businesses: What You Need to Know About the New Proposal</b></a></p>no00:28:49Franchises, Contractors, and the DOL Joint Employer Shakeupfull<![CDATA[Getting Your Business Ready for the 2026 World Cup]]>The 2026 World Cup will bring major workforce, operational, and legal challenges for employers. This week on the FP5, Adam Sloustcher breaks down the key issues businesses should prepare for now, from staffing and wage laws to security, immigration, and disruption planning.

Show Notes

Comprehensive Checklist to Help Businesses Prepare for Soccer’s 2026 World Cup

]]>003afb69-12aa-48eb-b07d-be4929c23bf8Thu, 04 Jun 2026 13:34:44 GMT<p>The 2026 World Cup will bring major workforce, operational, and legal challenges for employers. This week on the FP5, Adam Sloustcher breaks down the key issues businesses should prepare for now, from staffing and wage laws to security, immigration, and disruption planning.<br /><br /><b>Show Notes</b></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.fisherphillips.com/en/insights/insights/comprehensive-checklist-soccers-2026-world-cup" target="_blank"><b>Comprehensive Checklist to Help Businesses Prepare for Soccer’s 2026 World Cup</b></a></p>no00:30:02Getting Your Business Ready for the 2026 World Cupfull<![CDATA[The End of EEO-1 Reporting?]]>The Trump administration just submitted a proposal to end EEO-1 reporting; a change that could have significant implications for many employers and HR professionals. This week on the FP5, we break down the proposed change and the delayed opening of the portal to submit EEO-1 data and share the next steps employers should consider taking.

Show Notes

Trump Administration Seeks to End EEO-1 Reporting: What This Means for Employers + 5 Steps While We Wait for More Info

]]>2dcfd7e8-53cb-43c2-b4c9-53ad0623d83cThu, 28 May 2026 14:00:31 GMT<p>The Trump administration just submitted a proposal to end EEO-1 reporting; a change that could have significant implications for many employers and HR professionals. This week on the FP5, we break down the proposed change and the delayed opening of the portal to submit EEO-1 data and share the next steps employers should consider taking.<br /><br /><b>Show Notes</b></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.fisherphillips.com/en/insights/insights/trump-administration-seeks-to-end-eeo-1-reporting" target="_blank"><b>Trump Administration Seeks to End EEO-1 Reporting: What This Means for Employers + 5 Steps While We Wait for More Info</b></a></p>no00:20:46The End of EEO-1 Reporting?full<![CDATA[Navigating the Patchwork of Pay Equity and Pay Transparency Laws]]>Pay equity and pay transparency laws are evolving quickly and vary widely by state, creating a tangle of compliance challenges for employers nationwide. On this episode of the FP5, we discuss salary disclosure rules, pay data reporting, and share practical strategies for navigating this increasingly complex legal landscape.


Show Notes

An Employer’s Guide to Pay Equity Compliance as State Rules Evolve

]]>5df7fcc3-b0ce-4444-a8ab-5defc9a14150Thu, 21 May 2026 13:21:58 GMT<p>Pay equity and pay transparency laws are evolving quickly and vary widely by state, creating a tangle of compliance challenges for employers nationwide. On this episode of the FP5, we discuss salary disclosure rules, pay data reporting, and share practical strategies for navigating this increasingly complex legal landscape.</p><p><br /><b>Show Notes</b></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.fisherphillips.com/en/insights/insights/an-employers-guide-to-pay-equity-compliance-as-state-rules-evolve" target="_blank"><b>An Employer’s Guide to Pay Equity Compliance as State Rules Evolve</b></a></p>no00:28:54Navigating the Patchwork of Pay Equity and Pay Transparency Lawsfull<![CDATA[Summer Workplace Pitfalls Every Employer Should Avoid]]>Summer brings flexibility, but also risk. This week on the FP5 we’re covering common employer mistakes, from scheduling and staffing gaps to interns, teen workers, and heat safety. Learn practical steps to stay compliant, protect your team, and keep your operations running smoothly all summer long.


Show Notes

Top 5 Employer Mistakes to Avoid During the Summer Season


Hiring Teens This Summer? A 6-Step Guide to Help Your Business Comply with Child Labor Rules


OSHA Updates its Heat Emphasis Program: How to Protect Your Staff From the Summer Heat and Comply with OSHA in 6 Practical Steps

]]>7977a763-6278-4b34-b441-f63492be94ecThu, 14 May 2026 15:18:11 GMT<p>Summer brings flexibility, but also risk. This week on the FP5 we’re covering common employer mistakes, from scheduling and staffing gaps to interns, teen workers, and heat safety. Learn practical steps to stay compliant, protect your team, and keep your operations running smoothly all summer long.</p><p><br /><b>Show Notes</b></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.fisherphillips.com/en/insights/insights/employer-mistakes-to-avoid-during-the-summer-season" target="_blank"><b>Top 5 Employer Mistakes to Avoid During the Summer Season</b></a></p><p><b><br /></b><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.fisherphillips.com/en/insights/insights/hiring-teens-this-summer-a-6-step-guide-to-help-your-business-comply-with-child-labor-rules" target="_blank"><b>Hiring Teens This Summer? A 6-Step Guide to Help Your Business Comply with Child Labor Rules</b></a></p><p><b><br /></b><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.fisherphillips.com/en/insights/insights/osha-updates-its-heat-emphasis-program" target="_blank"><b>OSHA Updates its Heat Emphasis Program: How to Protect Your Staff From the Summer Heat and Comply with OSHA in 6 Practical Steps</b></a></p>no00:35:38Summer Workplace Pitfalls Every Employer Should Avoidfull<![CDATA[What to Do When Employees Are in Crisis]]>When employees show signs of crisis, employers must balance compassion with legal and safety responsibilities. This week on the FP5, we're sharing practical steps to recognize warning signs, respond effectively, navigate laws like ADA/FMLA, and support employees while protecting the workplace.

Show Notes
When Employees Are in Crisis: A Practical Resource to Guide Employers

]]>00345cb7-3ac1-45c2-b251-262ffa0a9232Thu, 07 May 2026 14:21:37 GMT<p>When employees show signs of crisis, employers must balance compassion with legal and safety responsibilities. This week on the FP5, we're sharing practical steps to recognize warning signs, respond effectively, navigate laws like ADA/FMLA, and support employees while protecting the workplace.<br /><br /><b>Show Notes</b><br /><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.fisherphillips.com/en/insights/insights/when-employees-are-in-crisis-a-practical-resource-to-guide-employers" target="_blank"><b>When Employees Are in Crisis: A Practical Resource to Guide Employers</b></a></p>no00:21:30What to Do When Employees Are in Crisisfull<![CDATA[Your Cybersecurity Playbook is Probably Outdated]]>New federal cybersecurity reporting rules are coming fast. This week on the FP5, we break down key mandates, including 72-hour incident and 24-hour ransomware reporting; plus timelines, compliance challenges, and what businesses need to do to be prepared.

  

Show Notes

New Federal Cybersecurity Reporting Rules are on Their Way: FAQs for Businesses About CIRCIA Regulations

 

6 Cybersecurity Steps You Should Take After Anthropic’s Claude Mythos Offers Glimpse Into New World of AI Danger

 

White House Unveils New Cyber Strategy to Reduce Regulation and Go On the Offense Against Cybercriminals

 

Shields Up: 10 Proactive Steps Employers Can Take to Prevent Russian Cybersecurity Attacks

]]>d701e501-b334-4dcf-aebe-33dfad076c27Thu, 30 Apr 2026 13:46:24 GMT<p>New federal cybersecurity reporting rules are coming fast. This week on the FP5, we break down key mandates, including 72-hour incident and 24-hour ransomware reporting; plus timelines, compliance challenges, and what businesses need to do to be prepared.</p><p>  </p><p><b>Show Notes</b></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.fisherphillips.com/en/insights/insights/new-federal-cybersecurity-reporting-rules-are-on-their-way" target="_blank"><b>New Federal Cybersecurity Reporting Rules are on Their Way: FAQs for Businesses About CIRCIA Regulations</b></a></p><p><b> </b></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.fisherphillips.com/en/insights/insights/6-cybersecurity-steps-you-should-take-after-anthropics-claude-mythos-offers-glimpse-into-new-world-of-ai-danger" target="_blank"><b>6 Cybersecurity Steps You Should Take After Anthropic’s Claude Mythos Offers Glimpse Into New World of AI Danger</b></a></p><p><b> </b></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.fisherphillips.com/en/insights/insights/white-house-unveils-new-cyber-strategy-to-reduce-regulation-and-go-on-the-offense-against-cybercriminals" target="_blank"><b>White House Unveils New Cyber Strategy to Reduce Regulation and Go On the Offense Against Cybercriminals</b></a></p><p><b> </b></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.fisherphillips.com/en/insights/insights/10-proactive-steps-employers-prevent-russian-cybersecurity-attacks" target="_blank"><b>Shields Up: 10 Proactive Steps Employers Can Take to Prevent Russian Cybersecurity Attacks</b></a></p>no00:39:22Your Cybersecurity Playbook is Probably Outdatedfull<![CDATA[Addressing Violence in the Workplace]]>April is Workplace Violence Prevention Month; this week we’re exploring the realities of workplace violence and discussing why prevention matters. Learn key risk factors, practical steps to strengthen safety, and how organizations can build a proactive approach to protecting employees and maintaining a secure work environment.

 

Show Notes 

It’s Workplace Violence Prevention Month: Is Your Business Prepared?

Nearly Half of All Hospitality Worker Fatalities in 2023 Were Caused By Workplace Violence: 10 Steps You Can Take to Address Workplace Dangers

Retail Workers Faced Record-High Fatalities in 2023, Spurred By Workplace Violence: 10 Steps You Can Take to Address Workplace Dangers

]]>f725700a-b680-43f4-a61c-0f6d8c7aac62Thu, 23 Apr 2026 13:41:29 GMT<p>April is Workplace Violence Prevention Month; this week we’re exploring the realities of workplace violence and discussing why prevention matters. Learn key risk factors, practical steps to strengthen safety, and how organizations can build a proactive approach to protecting employees and maintaining a secure work environment.</p><p> </p><p><b>Show Notes</b> </p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.fisherphillips.com/en/insights/insights/workplace-violence-prevention-month" target="_blank"><b>It’s Workplace Violence Prevention Month: Is Your Business Prepared?</b></a><br /><br /><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.fisherphillips.com/en/insights/insights/10-steps-address-workplace-dangers" target="_blank"><b>Nearly Half of All Hospitality Worker Fatalities in 2023 Were Caused By Workplace Violence: 10 Steps You Can Take to Address Workplace Dangers</b></a><br /><br /><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.fisherphillips.com/en/insights/insights/retail-workers-faced-record-high-fatalities-in-2023" target="_blank"><b>Retail Workers Faced Record-High Fatalities in 2023, Spurred By Workplace Violence: 10 Steps You Can Take to Address Workplace Dangers</b></a></p>no00:26:21Addressing Violence in the Workplacefull<![CDATA[California Bills That Could Reshape Workplace Law Nationwide]]>California sets the tone for workplace law nationwide. This week on the FP5, Ben Ebbink joins us to break down key 2026 bills from AI regulation and surveillance penalties to menopause protections and new hiring rules. Tune in to stay ahead of what’s coming next in the Golden State.

 

Show Notes

Top California Workplace Bills to Watch in 2026

]]>906688d1-a778-4ec9-bd1b-8f7d94bc32cfThu, 16 Apr 2026 13:57:40 GMT<p>California sets the tone for workplace law nationwide. This week on the FP5, Ben Ebbink joins us to break down key 2026 bills from AI regulation and surveillance penalties to menopause protections and new hiring rules. Tune in to stay ahead of what’s coming next in the Golden State.</p><p> </p><p><b>Show Notes</b></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.fisherphillips.com/en/insights/insights/top-california-workplace-bills-to-watch-in-2026" target="_blank"><b>Top California Workplace Bills to Watch in 2026</b></a></p>no00:35:43California Bills That Could Reshape Workplace Law Nationwidefull<![CDATA[Can Your AI Chats Be Used Against You in Court?]]>This week on the FP5, we unpack a critical question: if you’re using AI to help during a lawsuit, can your AI chat history be used in court? Learn why AI conversations may not be privileged, how that could expose sensitive data in litigation, and what you can do to manage risk.

 

Show Notes

Can Your AI Chat History Be Used Against You in a Lawsuit? 5 Practical Takeaways for Employers as Courts Start to Split

]]>19392e43-fb95-4c44-b41d-6a3048d23835Thu, 09 Apr 2026 13:39:58 GMT<p>This week on the FP5, we unpack a critical question: if you’re using AI to help during a lawsuit, can your AI chat history be used in court? Learn why AI conversations may not be privileged, how that could expose sensitive data in litigation, and what you can do to manage risk.</p><p> </p><p><b>Show Notes</b></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.fisherphillips.com/en/insights/insights/can-your-ai-chat-history-be-used-against-you-in-a-lawsuit" target="_blank"><b>Can Your AI Chat History Be Used Against You in a Lawsuit? 5 Practical Takeaways for Employers as Courts Start to Split</b></a></p>no00:27:57Can Your AI Chats Be Used Against You in Court?full<![CDATA[Your New Roadmap for Remote Work Accommodations]]>Employers are rethinking remote work as the EEOC releases new guidance on telework accommodations. We break down what steps employers should take to stay compliant while navigating return-to-office policies.

Show Notes

EEOC’s New Telework Guidance for Federal Agencies Offers Roadmap for Private Employers: Key Takeaways on Accommodation Compliance

]]>2d0e730a-bd8b-4174-a466-b8d601957d5bThu, 02 Apr 2026 13:39:51 GMT<p>Employers are rethinking remote work as the EEOC releases new guidance on telework accommodations. We break down what steps employers should take to stay compliant while navigating return-to-office policies.</p><p></p><p><b>Show Notes</b></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.fisherphillips.com/en/insights/insights/eeocs-new-telework-guidance-for-federal-agencies-offers-roadmap-for-private-employers" target="_blank">EEOC’s New Telework Guidance for Federal Agencies Offers Roadmap for Private Employers: Key Takeaways on Accommodation Compliance</a></p>no00:21:31Your New Roadmap for Remote Work Accommodationsfull<![CDATA[Classification Clarity: What Businesses Should Know About the DOL Proposal]]>This week on the FP5, we break down how the Department of Labor’s new independent contractor proposal modernizes worker classification under federal wage laws, what it means for gig/freelance work, and steps businesses should take to prepare.

Show Notes

DOL Independent Contractor Proposal is Welcome News for Businesses: 4 Steps to Prepare

]]>b9b1ba39-7b4b-4607-ae37-f4fa3069e858Thu, 26 Mar 2026 16:16:07 GMT<p>This week on the FP5, we break down how the Department of Labor’s new independent contractor proposal modernizes worker classification under federal wage laws, what it means for gig/freelance work, and steps businesses should take to prepare.</p><p></p><p><b>Show Notes</b></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.fisherphillips.com/en/insights/insights/dol-independent-contractor-proposal-is-welcome-news-for-businesses" target="_blank"><b>DOL Independent Contractor Proposal is Welcome News for Businesses: 4 Steps to Prepare</b></a></p>no00:21:18Classification Clarity: What Businesses Should Know About the DOL Proposalfull<![CDATA[Is the Law on Handbooks Changing Again? Looking at NLRB’s New Guidance]]>New guidance from the National Labor Relations Board signals there’s soon to be a reshaping of how employers approach workplace rules. In this episode, we unpack what just changed and how employers should respond.


Show Notes

Is the Law on Handbooks Changing Again? 5 Steps for Employers After NLRB General Counsel’s New Guidance on Work Rules

]]>0b256960-9ac3-4d38-912a-0cce88df5d41Thu, 19 Mar 2026 13:20:48 GMT<p>New guidance from the National Labor Relations Board signals there’s soon to be a reshaping of how employers approach workplace rules. In this episode, we unpack what just changed and how employers should respond.</p><p><br /><b>Show Notes</b></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.fisherphillips.com/en/insights/insights/steps-for-employers-after-nlrb-general-counsels-new-guidance-on-work-rules" target="_blank">Is the Law on Handbooks Changing Again? 5 Steps for Employers After NLRB General Counsel’s New Guidance on Work Rules</a></p>no00:19:59Is the Law on Handbooks Changing Again? Looking at NLRB’s New Guidancefull<![CDATA[The H-1B Shake-Up Employers Can’t Ignore]]>The H-1B lottery isn’t just about luck anymore. In this episode, we break down the new wage-weighted selection system, the $100,000 fee, and what these changes mean for employers trying to hire global talent. If H1-Bs are part of your workforce strategy, you won’t want to miss this one.

]]>ed1fd20c-ab1b-448c-be74-8e87742048d3Mon, 16 Mar 2026 15:04:40 GMT<p>The H-1B lottery isn’t just about luck anymore. In this episode, we break down the new wage-weighted selection system, the $100,000 fee, and what these changes mean for employers trying to hire global talent. If H1-Bs are part of your workforce strategy, you won’t want to miss this one.</p>no00:27:07The H-1B Shake-Up Employers Can’t Ignorefull<![CDATA[Go Beyond Your 9-to-5]]>The FP 5 helps employers make sense of the fast-moving world of workplace law and compliance. Each episode breaks down the legal landscape into five pieces, without the legal jargon. If you hire, manage, or advise people, every Thursday we’ll help you stay clear, current, and ahead of risk.

]]>d80ae685-8bd0-4b2c-ab68-7069d884914eTue, 10 Mar 2026 18:46:17 GMT<p>The FP 5 helps employers make sense of the fast-moving world of workplace law and compliance. Each episode breaks down the legal landscape into five pieces, without the legal jargon. If you hire, manage, or advise people, every Thursday we’ll help you stay clear, current, and ahead of risk.</p>no00:19:49Go Beyond Your 9-to-5full