Overview Parties: Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison and Shipt, Inc. Settlement Amount: $800,000 Issue: Alleged misclassification of Shipt “Shoppers” as independent contractors rather than employees. Background In 2022, AG Ellison filed a lawsuit alleging that...
The U.S. government recently announced a significant change to the H-1B visa program that impacts employers who rely on skilled international talent. Beginning September 21, 2025, employers filing new H-1B petitions must pay a $100,000 government fee with their...
As part of Panther Workforce Solutions’ ongoing commitment to regulatory compliance and workforce best practices, we are providing this important update regarding employer obligations under the Illinois Wage Payment and Collection Act (IWPCA) related to expense...
Starting July 1, 2025, Chicago is strengthening paid leave/sick leave benefits (especially payout rules for mid-size employers and allowing private lawsuits). The Paid Leave and Paid Sick Leave ordinance mandates that all Chicago businesses provide paid leave and paid...
On May 30, 2025, the EEOC and Department of Labor released their 2026 Congressional Budget Justifications, outlining priorities and structural changes. Key Highlights: Elimination of the OFCCP – Effective September 30, 2025, pending Congressional Budget Approval. The...
On June 5, 2025, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled unanimously that majority-group employees (e.g., white, male, heterosexual) do not need to meet a higher standard of proof to bring discrimination claims under Title VII. The plaintiff, a straight woman, alleged she was...
