The wait continues. Maryland’s Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FAMLI) program has been delayed—again—pushing back the date when employers must start collecting and remitting contributions. Originally expected to launch in 2023 with benefits…
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On June 5, 2025, the U.S. Supreme Court delivered a landmark 9–0 decision in Ames v. Ohio Department of Youth Services, reinforcing that Title VII protections apply equally to all employees—regardless of their demographic background. Justice Keta…
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When businesses are forced to make tough decisions about layoffs or plant closures, advance planning is not just smart—it’s required by law. In Maryland, employers must be particularly cautious. The state’s Economic Stabilization Act (ESA) impo…
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Baltimore MD – May 2, 2025 – Luchansky Law is pleased to announce the addition of AJ Esral and Alan M. Glickman to the Luchansky Law team. AJ Esral joined Luchansky Law as an associate in 2024. A graduate of the Univ…
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In February 2025, the Maryland Department of Labor (MD Labor) proposed extending the implementation timeline for the state’s Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FAMLI) program. This adjustment aims to provide employers and workers additional ti…
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A recent report from Maryland’s Joint Enforcement Task Force on Workplace Fraud (JETF) reveals that more than 5,500 workers were misclassified as independent contractors in 2024. This misclassification not only deprives workers of essential benefit…
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Businesses scrambling to meet the Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) filing deadlines under the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) can breathe a little easier. The Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) has announced that it will not enforce…
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In a significant development, the Maryland Department of Labor has proposed delaying the implementation of the state’s Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FAMLI) program. This postponement aims to provide additional time for businesses and empl…
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The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has recently announced several changes under the leadership of Acting Chair Andrea Lucas. These actions are part of an effort to refocus the agency’s mission on protecting women from sexua…
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The U.S. Department of Labor (“DOL”) recently published its final rule (89 FR 1638) addressing how to determine whether a worker is classified as an employee or an independent contractor under the Fair Labor Standards Act (“FLSA”). This rule…
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