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  The Presidential Election is upon us with many indicators predicting a close election. The two candidates and their respective party platforms offer opposing views on many major issues. While some issues play more prominently in the press than others, issues related to Labor Law feature two vastly divergent approaches. S ince President Trump already has a track record on federal labor policy and Vice President Harris signals support for   President Biden’s   labor policy, here are three areas in Labor Law that will be sensitive to who takes the oath of office on January 20, 2025. Joint Employer Status Whether two companies are considered joint employers under the law has significant implications for whether and to what extent civil liability may be assessed against both companies for only one company’s actions. It also impacts whether labor union organizing may eventually compel both companies rather than one to recognize and bargain with a union. The approach under the...

  When presidential administrations change, it’s common to see significant shifts in policy via new regulations, executive orders, different interpretations of federal laws, and changes to enforcement priorities, budgeting, and staffing of federal agencies. What changes can employers expect to see in employment law in the next few years if Vice President Kamala Harris wins the presidential election in November? And what shifts are expected if former president Donald Trump wins? It’s possible to draw some predictions from the two candidates’ campaign promises and governing histories. Quick Hits Vice President Kamala Harris and Donald Trump have voiced differing approaches toward the economy and organized labor during their campaigns. Employers can expect federal laws and regulations to shift based on this year’s election results. Minimum wage, paid leave mandates, and tax rates could change based on who wins the election. Minimum Wage and Overtime Harris has supported increasing the...