Joseph Lynett Discusses PWFA Enforcement Three Years After Law Went Into Effect
Joseph Lynett, a partner at Jackson Lewis, examined how the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA) is being enforced three years after its 2023 enactment. He highlighted that many employers still deny basic accommodations, citing "significant operational difficulty" without clear standards. The discussion referenced a New York Times report documenting ongoing gaps in compliance. Lynett urged employers to reassess policies as litigation risk grows.
Jackson Lewis Spotlighted in Lex Machina's 2026 Class Action Litigation Report
Jackson Lewis was highlighted in Lex Machina’s 2026 Class Action Litigation Report, which was featured in a Law360 article titled “Consumer Cases Drive Class Action Spike, Report Says.” The report shows a sharp rise in consumer‑focused class actions, contributing to...
Carolyn Burnette Comments on Surge in Central California Employment Cases
Carolyn Burnette, senior partner at Jackson Lewis, highlighted a sharp rise in federal employment lawsuits filed in the Central District of California, which now tops the nation according to a Los Angeles Times report. The surge reflects heightened enforcement of...
Melissa Ostrower Discusses Considerations for Using AI Tools in Retirement Plans
Melissa Ostrower, a partner at Jackson Lewis, warned that the growing use of artificial‑intelligence tools in retirement‑plan administration creates new fiduciary risks for plan sponsors. She emphasized that fiduciaries must rigorously evaluate AI vendors and service‑provider agreements for data‑privacy, algorithmic...
Gavin Gray, Samantha Hoffman and Kevin Lauri Discuss Gavin Joining the Firm as Chief Operating Officer
Jackson Lewis announced that Gavin Gray, the former chief operating officer of K&L Gates, will assume the role of chief operating officer at the firm. Gray brings more than two decades of litigation and operational leadership experience to the employment‑law...
Jackson Lewis Named to 2026 Am Law 100 for Gross Revenue Ranking
Jackson Lewis was added to The American Lawyer’s 2026 Am Law 100, which ranks the nation’s top 100 law firms by gross revenue. The firm’s inclusion reflects its expanding labor and employment practice and strong top‑line growth. Being listed alongside the country’s...
Lindsey Chopin Discusses Uptick in ERISA Class Action Litigation
Lindsey Chopin, senior partner at Jackson Lewis, highlighted a sharp rise in ERISA class‑action lawsuits during the first quarter of 2026, citing Bloomberg Law’s report that new legal theories are driving the surge. The report notes a roughly 40% increase...
Jackson Lewis Attorneys Contribute to Seventh Circuit Biometric Privacy Ruling
Jackson Lewis attorneys joined defense teams in consolidated appeals before the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit, tackling a pivotal question under Illinois' Biometric Information Privacy Act (BIPA). The court’s forthcoming ruling is expected to define liability standards...
Jennifer Schwartz and Dylan Carp Spotlighted for Eleventh Circuit Win Upholding $6M Judgment
The Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals upheld a $6 million judgment in the Hayes v. Jobot case, rejecting the defendant’s request for a stay. Attorneys Jennifer Schwartz and Dylan Carp of Jackson Lewis crafted the successful opposition brief that persuaded the court. The ruling affirms...
L&E Global Expands Coverage in Greece with Zepos & Yannopoulos
Jackson Lewis’s L&E Global alliance has added Zepos & Yannopoulos as its exclusive member firm for Greece. The partnership expands L&E Global’s European footprint, bringing the network’s 1,750 employment law professionals to better serve multinational clients with cross‑border workforce issues....
Joseph Lazzarotti Discusses Achievements and Advice as a Distinguished Leader Honoree
Joseph J. Lazzarotti, a partner at Jackson Lewis, was named a Distinguished Leader by the Daily Business Review, where he highlighted the importance of trust, integrity, and client‑focused counsel. He used the platform to share practical advice for law firms...
Debra Weiss Ford Named Recipient of 2026 Ry Perry HR Hero Award
Jackson Lewis announced that Debra “Deb” Weiss Ford, managing principal of its Portsmouth office, has been named the 2026 Ry Perry HR Hero Award recipient. The award, presented at the Granite State Human Resources Conference, honors a New Hampshire professional...
Kevin Lauri Discusses Uptick in Alternative Fee Arrangements
Kevin Lauri of Jackson Lewis highlighted a noticeable rise in client requests for alternative fee arrangements (AFAs) in a recent Law.com article. Although demand is climbing, roughly 60% of clients revert to traditional hourly billing after an initial trial. Lauri...
Jackson Lewis Adds Litigator Lori N. Brown in Phoenix
Jackson Lewis P.C. announced that veteran employment litigator Lori N. Brown has joined its Phoenix office as a principal. Brown brings more than 25 years of experience handling discrimination, wage‑hour, non‑compete and independent‑contractor disputes in state and federal courts. She...
Eric Felsberg Discusses AI's Role in Leadership Talent Strategies
Eric Felsberg, a partner at Jackson Lewis, discusses how AI is reshaping leadership talent strategies in an InformationWeek feature. He emphasizes that IT, HR, and business leaders must collaborate to integrate AI tools that assess potential team leaders while staying...
Bob Robertson Discusses Leveraging AI to Analyze Client Data
Bob Robertson addressed Legalweek 2026’s Day 3 session, highlighting how artificial intelligence can integrate, synthesize, and analyze disparate client data for law firms. He emphasized AI‑driven platforms that translate complex datasets into intuitive visualizations for attorneys. The discussion underscored real‑time...
José Maymí-González Authors "Who Is 'Military' On Military Leave?"
Attorney José Maymí‑González published an opinion piece clarifying who qualifies as “military” under military service leave statutes. The article outlines the USERRA definition, emphasizing active duty, reserve, and National Guard service, and applies it to Puerto Rican employers. It warns...
Joseph Lazzarotti Discusses Use of AI Notetakers in the Workplace
Joseph Lazzarotti warns that AI‑driven notetakers, while promising efficiency gains, are spawning a wave of HR challenges. In his Fortune commentary, he highlights privacy concerns, consent gaps, and potential discrimination liabilities when recordings are mishandled. He argues that without clear...