Littler Labor & Employment Podcast

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Conversations about employment and labor law issues that impact the workplace. The purpose of Littler's podcasts is to provide helpful information for employers, addressing the latest developments in labor and employment relations. They are not a substitute for experienced legal counsel and do not provide legal advice or attempt to address the numerous factual issues that arise in any employment-related issue.

Episodios

  • 202 - Littler Lounge: The Labor Law Pendulum – Navigating Change in 2025

    26/06/2025 Duración: 25min

    Hosts Claire Deason and Nicole LeFave sit down with labor attorneys Brendan Fitzgerald and Arrissa Meyer to explore the evolving labor landscape in 2025. From the surprising breadth of protected concerted activity to the leadership shakeups at the National Labor Relations Board, the conversation covers the legal and cultural forces shaping today’s workplace. They discuss how generational dynamics, post-pandemic expectations, and shifting political winds are influencing employee perspectives – and what that means for employers trying to navigate a regulatory environment marked by uncertainty. They also dig into recent shifts in NLRB leadership and enforcement priorities, and how those changes are complicating employers’ ability to plan with confidence.

  • 201 - Immigration Sweeps and Employer Strategy: Prioritizing Workplace Safety Amid Enforcement

    17/06/2025 Duración: 15min

    Jorge Lopez and Bruce Buchanan unpack the evolving landscape of immigration enforcement, focusing on the rise of workplace “sweeps” by ICE (i.e., U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and Homeland Security Investigations (HSI)). They break down the differences between administrative warrants, judicial search warrants, and "knock and talk" tactics—highlighting information to help employers in planning for their response. The conversation emphasizes the importance of having a proactive plan of action, training frontline staff, and prioritizing workplace safety during enforcement encounters. With real-world insights and practical guidance, this episode equips employers to make informed decisions, discusses ideas to help protect their workforce, and maintain compliance in an increasingly complex regulatory environment. The purpose of this program is to provide helpful information for employers addressing the latest developments in labor and employment relations. It is not a substitute for experienced legal c

  • 200 - Littler Lounge: Don’t Let That Whistle Blow Up Your Business

    12/06/2025 Duración: 20min

    The whistle’s blowing – and it’s louder (and more lucrative) than ever. In this episode, hosts Claire Deason and Nicole LeFave are joined by Littler attorney Greg Keating for a high-energy and detailed conversation about the rising tide of whistleblower claims and what it means for employers trying to stay ahead of the curve. From eye-popping bounty awards to new twists with the Trump administration’s focus on inclusion, equity and diversity and immigration enforcement, the conversation dives into the legal and cultural crosscurrents shaping this moment. Greg brings stories from the trenches, a few jaw-dropping examples, and one very important reminder: context matters.

  • 199 - Littler Lounge: AI on the Job – The Newest Member of Your Workforce

    05/06/2025 Duración: 23min

    In this episode of Littler Lounge, hosts Claire Deason and Nicole LeFave sit down with Littler attorneys Niloy Ray and Alice Wang to unpack the buzz – and the reality – around artificial intelligence in the workplace. From the algorithms behind popular playlists to the cutting-edge tools reshaping hiring and employee monitoring, the conversation explores how AI is already changing the game. The group dives into the evolving regulatory landscape, comparing how the U.S. and EU are approaching AI oversight, and what that means for employers aiming to stay compliant while keeping pace with innovation. It’s a candid, insightful discussion about the promise, the pitfalls, and the practicalities of integrating AI into workplace strategies.

  • 197 - Littler Lounge: Raids, Records, and Red Flags – Inside Immigration Enforcement

    28/05/2025 Duración: 20min

    In this episode of Littler Lounge, Claire and Nicole sit down with Littler attorney Shin-I Lowe for a grounded, yet eye-opening conversation about the realities of immigration enforcement in the workplace. From I-9 audits to the high-pressure uncertainty of ICE raids, the discussion explores how employers can distinguish between different types of enforcement actions – and why that distinction matters. The episode covers the legal nuances of subpoenas versus warrants, the importance of having a clear protocol in place, and how to recognize early warning signs that could trigger government scrutiny. It also dives into the role of E-Verify, the risks of misuse, and how interagency data sharing is shaping enforcement trends under current federal priorities. With practical insights and a few cautionary tales, this conversation underscores the value of preparation over panic – and highlights Littler’s publicly available resources to help employers stay compliant and confident. https://www.littler.com/practice

  • 197 - Littler Lounge: What’s Keeping Employers Up at Night in 2025

    21/05/2025 Duración: 17min

    Welcome to Littler Lounge, the podcast where employment law meets happy hour energy. Pull up a chair, pour yourself something fizzy, and join us as we unwind with the sharpest minds in labor and employment law. This isn’t your typical legal briefing – we’re trading the boardroom for the breakroom to talk shop, share stories, and unpack the issues shaping the workplace today. In each episode, we tap into Littler’s deep bench of thought leaders to explore the legal, cultural, and practical dimensions of work – from IE&D and immigration to AI and labor relations. It’s smart, it’s insightful, and yes, it’s a little irreverent. Because when you bring together brilliant people who trust each other, the real conversations start to flow. Big firm. Big ideas. Zero stuffiness. In this episode, Claire Deason and Nicole LeFave unpack the results of Littler’s 2025 Employer Survey, revealing what’s top of mind for employers in today’s rapidly shifting legal and cultural landscape. From the uncertain future of inclusion,

  • 196 - A Look Back at the First 100 Days

    30/04/2025 Duración: 23min

    Littler’s Workplace Policy Institute takes a look back at the major policy and regulatory changes that have impacted employers during the first 100 days of President Trump’s second administration and discusses what to expect moving forward.

  • 195 - WPI on California: Major Employment Law Updates on Deck

    25/03/2025 Duración: 21min

    Littler’s Workplace Policy Institute examines the current state of employment law legislation in California and the specific laws employers will want to pay attention to now.

  • 194 - What is the Faster Labor Contracts Act?

    21/03/2025 Duración: 14min

    Littler attorneys discuss the Faster Labor Contracts Act and how it will potentially amend the National Labor Relations Act (NLRA).

  • 193 - The First 100 Days: The Impact of DOGE on Private Employers

    03/03/2025 Duración: 16min

    Kerry Notestine, Shawn Matthew Clark and Yvette Gatling discuss how actions by the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) are impacting private employers.

  • 192 - The First 100 Days: Executive Orders Impacting Government Contractors

    20/02/2025 Duración: 12min

    David Goldstein and Kelcy Palmer discuss various developments from the Trump Administration and the impact to federal contractors.

  • 191 - The Fundamentals of Canadian Labor Law: Construction and Successorships

    06/02/2025 Duración: 24min

    In the final episode of our podcast series “The Fundamentals of Canadian Labor Law,” Littler attorneys Matthew Badrov and Stephen Shore discuss the complexities surrounding the construction industry in Canada and the basics of successorship.c

  • 190 - The First 100 Days: Shakeups at the NLRB and EEOC

    05/02/2025 Duración: 22min

    As part of Littler’s “The First 100 Days” podcast series, Jim Paretti, Alex MacDonald and Bradford Kelley from Littler’s Workplace Policy Institute discuss the major changes to the NLRB and the EEOC.

  • 189 - The First 100 Days: Executive Orders Impacting Immigration Policy

    04/02/2025 Duración: 15min

    In the second episode of Littler's new “The First 100 Days” podcast series, Jorge Lopez and Elizabeth Whiting discuss the executive orders affecting immigration policy and compliance enforcement and the impact on companies who employ foreign workers.

  • 188 - The Fundamentals of Canadian Labor Law: Strikes and Lockouts

    30/01/2025 Duración: 23min

    In the fifth episode of a six-part podcast series “The Fundamentals of Canadian Labor Law,” Littler attorneys Matthew Badrov and Stephen Shore discuss how strikes and lockouts are handled in Canada and which industries are prohibited from doing so.

  • 187 - The First 100 Days: Increased Immigration Compliance and Enforcement

    28/01/2025 Duración: 18min

    This is the first episode of Littler's new “The First 100 Days” podcast series, where Littler attorneys breakdown the significant moves made by President Trump and how those are reshaping the landscape for businesses. In this episode, Jorge Lopez speaks with Sean McCrory about immigration compliance and enforcement, and how employers can be prepared.

  • 186 - Fundamentals of Canadian Labor Law: Collective Bargaining in Canada

    09/01/2025 Duración: 22min

    Littler attorneys Stephen Shore and Matt Badrov discuss what to expect after a union is certified, how to prepare for and what is typically covered by a collective agreement, what to expect in a typical negotiation, and tips for achieving your goals at the bargaining table.

  • 185 - Fundamentals of Canadian Labor Law: The Certification Process in Canada

    01/01/2025 Duración: 27min

    In the third episode of our six-part podcast series, “The Fundamentals of Canadian Labor Law,” Littler attorneys Stephen Shore and Matt Badrov discuss the genesis of union drives, what employers can do in response, card-check certification, secret-ballot votes and automatic certification.

  • 184 - Fundamentals of Canadian Labor Law: Maintaining a Non-Union Workforce in Canada

    19/12/2024 Duración: 22min

    In the second episode of our six-part podcast series, “The Fundamentals of Canadian Labor Law,” Littler attorneys Stephen Shore and Matt Badrov discuss how to maintain a non-union workforce in Canada, through understanding why employees unionize, how to keep employees engaged, how to counteract union messaging and signs of union activity.

  • 183 - Fundamentals of Canadian Labor Law: An Overview of Labor Law in Canada

    12/12/2024 Duración: 19min

    This is the first episode of a six-part podcast series providing an overview of labor Law in Canada. This podcast is designed for human resources executives, labor relations professionals, in-house counsel, and business leaders to gain a better understanding of labor law in Canada. In this episode, Littler attorneys Stephen Shore and Matt Badrov provide an overview and structure of Canadian labor law, including: the difference between federal and provincial labor law, the influence of the Wagner Act in Canada, the organization of labor laws across Canadian provinces, and more.

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