Particularly with a new US administration in place, the first half of 2025 is witnessing a substantial reconfiguring of regulatory and enforcement priorities that promise to have profound impacts on companies as the year progresses.  First, while the federal government de-prioritizes privacy regulation, US states are filling the gap, as evidenced by eight state regulators’ Bipartisan Consortium on privacy regulation and enforcement: “We’re proud to collaborate with states across the country to advance consistent, streamlined enforcement of privacy protections to address real-world...

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Expanding your business into the United States is an exciting opportunity for growth. That being said, it also comes with complex challenges such as managing payroll, benefits, and HR compliance. The U.S. has a highly regulated employment landscape, and failing to meet legal requirements can lead to costly penalties and operational setbacks. To navigate these challenges, companies typically consider two main solutions: a traditional HR management approach or partnering with a Professional Employer Organization (PEO). Both approaches benefit from working...

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Most employers are increasingly concerned about the retention of key and non-key employees. When an employee leaves, it can be expensive to replace them, not to mention the loss of productivity and knowledge.  A recent study has shown that many currently employed workers are unhappy in their current position. Some of the primary reasons for this unhappiness are the general feeling of being unappreciated and the thought that the grass is greener elsewhere. Given this situation, some sectors may experience a...

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Expanding into the United States offers exciting growth opportunities—but it also introduces a complex web of employment laws, tax obligations, and employee benefit expectations that can trip up even the most experienced international companies. If you’re looking to enter the U.S. market, understanding the most common HR and benefits compliance pitfalls is crucial. It can help you avoid costly missteps and build a strong, compliant foundation from day one. 1. Misclassifying Workers (W-2 Vs. 1099) In many countries, the difference between full-time...

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By John Czapla and Adrian Lowery, Valuation Research Corporation The article in brief: • The European private market has show resilience in the face of global economic uncertainty, with primary and secondary loan issuance rebounding after a slowdown in April 2025 due to the the U.S. tariff announcements. • The European market is becoming an increasingly competitive alternative to the U.S. market, with stronger fundraising and a more favorable regulatory environment, driven by lower leverage levels, lower inflation, and active government stimulus. •...

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Are you in a leadership position in your company right now? Or do you aspire to be in that position someday? No matter where you are, these qualities can be worked on right now. If you want to be a good leader, they’re essential to your success. Communication How are your communication skills? Could your current communication proficiency even be called a “skill”? Communication as a leader is vitally important because your team needs to know what you need from them....

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By William Hays Weissman and Andrew Ignacio, Littler In Mennemeyer v. Commissioner,1 the United States Tax Court reminds us that a settlement agreement that is not carefully drafted can have significant tax consequences.  Background  The employee was employed as a financial specialist. She was fired for dishonesty, which made it difficult for her to find subsequent work. She initiated Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) arbitration, asserting claims for defamation, wrongful termination, unfair competition, tortious interference with business expectancy, and expungement. The employee was awarded...

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