USA – Financial – Federal Court Dismisses Case Alleging Breach of ERISA Fiduciary Duties in 401(k) Class Action

Regulation Updates

Fiduciaries of retirement plans continue to be plagued by class actions brought under the Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA) challenging their fiduciary management of investment options and participant fees. A recent federal court decision, however, shows...

State of CA – Automotive – Notice of Approval of Regulatory Action: Automotive Repair Dealer Registration Application Requirements

Regulation Updates

On May 1, 2023, the Office of Administrative Law approved and filed with the Secretary of State the Bureau of Automotive Repair’s (BAR) regulatory action concerning automotive repair dealer registration application requirements. Effective July 1, 2023, the regulatory...

CA Passes 1st-in-Nation Emission Rules for Trains

News & Updates, Regulation Updates

SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — California approved Thursday a first-in-the-nation, ambitious rule limiting rail pollution to aggressively cut greenhouse gas emissions in the state’s latest move to establish itself as a global leader in the fight against climate change. The...

CA approves rule phasing out big diesel trucks

Regulation Updates

SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — New big rigs and buses that run on diesel would not be sold in California starting in 2036, according to new rules approved by state regulators Friday to wean the state off fossil fuels and combat climate change. The rule would tackle...

USA – Employers Have Until July 25, 2023 to Implement New OFCCP Disability Self-Identification Form

Regulation Updates

On April 25, 2023, the Office of Management and Budget approved the Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs’ (OFCCP) updated form prospective and current employees must use to voluntarily self-identify as an individual with a disability. The form is applicable...

School’s Out: Hiring a Minor?

Regulation Updates

The month of May is often marked by the end of the academic school year, graduation parties, and shopping and dining out as the weather warms. Once school is out for the summer, you may be considering hiring a minor or intern. Unfortunately, it isn’t as easy as it...