Workplace Pulse

• 58% of Gen Z workers say their job is a ‘situationship’ – HR Dive, Adam Zaki, July 18, 2025.

Is Gen Z’s shifting attitude towards career expectations forcing HR to rethink retention and people strategies?

• The Coldplay Controversy: Time to Review Your Romance Policies – Halpern & Scrom, July 23, 2025. 

When a kiss-cam controversy functions as a timely reminder for organizations to reassess and reinforce workplace policies.

• Key Provisions of “The One, Big, Beautiful Bill Act” – PFK O’Connor Davies, Christopher Migliaccio, Elisha M. Brestovansky, & Thomas Kinder, July 10, 2025. 

The One, Big, Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) comes with a range of tax provisions including no tax on tips, no tax on overtime, paid family leave tax credit, and more.

The only thing that’s constant is change. Here’s what’s on our radar for regulatory updates to help you stay compliant and proactive.

• Effective July 31, 2025, New York employers no longer need to provide COVID-19 sick leave.
• Form I-9 (8/1/23 edition) has an extended expiration date of May 31, 2027. 
• New Workplace Violence Prevention Measures Required for New York for employers with 10 or more retail employees – see Department of Labor overview.
• Effective July 2, 2025, NYC Earned Safe and Sick Time Act (ESSTA) amended to include paid prenatal leave (PPL) which applies to employers of all sizes. Employers must have a written policy, detailed recordkeeping and pay statement notices for PPL. See city FAQs and a Notice of Employee Rights.

Generational Communication in the Workplace

Generational Communication is a critical aspect of today’s diverse workplace. Understanding and addressing the differences in how each generation communicates is essential for fostering a harmonious and productive work environment.

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This content is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be, nor should it be construed as, legal advice. This material is not meant to be all-inclusive of the most current legal developments or workplace changes. For advice specific to your situation, please request a consultation.