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Fisher Phillips said it published a guide for employers responding to Allegheny County’s paid parental leave and sick leave measures. The firm’s article examines coverage, eligibility and implementation issues, and sets out 10 preparation steps involving policies, payroll, training, employee communications and compliance certification.
Fisher Phillips said it published a guide for employers and human resources professionals on pay inversion, when employees earn more than their managers. The firm said the October 16 article distinguishes that situation from pay compression and examines compensation practices, legal concerns and employee morale.
Fisher Phillips said Catrina Smith joined its recently launched London office as of counsel with responsibility for knowledge management and public policy. The firm said she is the office’s 12th team member and brings experience advising national and international companies on employment and human resources matters.
Fisher Phillips said it published an employer FAQ on California AB 1883, addressing AI workplace tools that infer employees’ emotional states or collect neural data. The firm said the FAQ examines the law’s scope, exceptions and enforcement, and outlines questions for employers reviewing their monitoring tools before January 1, 2027.
Fisher Phillips said it published an analysis of California SB 951, which the firm said adds disclosures to WARN Act notices for workforce reductions caused wholly or substantially by AI or other automation. The firm said its article discussed the new information requirements, public reporting and preparation before January 1, 2027.
Fisher Phillips said it published a guide to California AB 1331, which the firm said restricts workplace surveillance tools in bathrooms beginning January 1, 2027. The firm’s article examined the definition of covered tools, employees’ ability to leave devices behind, exceptions and employer preparations.
Fisher Phillips said it launched a Miami office with four partners, two of counsel and an associate from Zumpano Castro, effective October 1, 2026. The firm said Carlos Zumpano will serve as regional managing partner and that the office adds employment litigation, counseling and professional employer organization capabilities.