The FP 5: Five Things for Your 9-to-5

Navigating the Patchwork of Pay Equity and Pay Transparency Laws

Pay equity and pay transparency laws are evolving quickly and vary widely by state, creating a tangle of compliance challenges for employers nationwide. On this episode of the FP5, we discuss salary disclosure rules, pay data reporting, and share practical strategies for navigating this increasingly complex legal landscape. Show Notes An Employer’s Guide to Pay Equity Compliance as State Rules Evolve [https://www.fisherphillips.com/en/insights/insights/an-employers-guide-to-pay-equity-compliance-as-state-rules-evolve]

Summer Workplace Pitfalls Every Employer Should Avoid

Summer brings flexibility, but also risk. This week on the FP5 we’re covering common employer mistakes, from scheduling and staffing gaps to interns, teen workers, and heat safety. Learn practical steps to stay compliant, protect your team, and keep your operations running smoothly all summer long. Show Notes Top 5 Employer Mistakes to Avoid During the Summer Season [https://www.fisherphillips.com/en/insights/insights/employer-mistakes-to-avoid-during-the-summer-season] Hiring Teens This Summer? A 6-Step Guide to Help Your Business Comply with Child Labor Rules [https://www.fisherphillips.com/en/insights/insights/hiring-teens-this-summer-a-6-step-guide-to-help-your-business-comply-with-child-labor-rules] OSHA Updates its Heat Emphasis Program: How to Protect Your Staff From the Summer Heat and Comply with OSHA in 6 Practical Steps [https://www.fisherphillips.com/en/insights/insights/osha-updates-its-heat-emphasis-program]

What to Do When Employees Are in Crisis

When employees show signs of crisis, employers must balance compassion with legal and safety responsibilities. This week on the FP5, we're sharing practical steps to recognize warning signs, respond effectively, navigate laws like ADA/FMLA, and support employees while protecting the workplace. Show Notes When Employees Are in Crisis: A Practical Resource to Guide Employers [https://www.fisherphillips.com/en/insights/insights/when-employees-are-in-crisis-a-practical-resource-to-guide-employers]

Your Cybersecurity Playbook is Probably Outdated

New federal cybersecurity reporting rules are coming fast. This week on the FP5, we break down key mandates, including 72-hour incident and 24-hour ransomware reporting; plus timelines, compliance challenges, and what businesses need to do to be prepared.    Show Notes New Federal Cybersecurity Reporting Rules are on Their Way: FAQs for Businesses About CIRCIA Regulations [https://www.fisherphillips.com/en/insights/insights/new-federal-cybersecurity-reporting-rules-are-on-their-way]   6 Cybersecurity Steps You Should Take After Anthropic’s Claude Mythos Offers Glimpse Into New World of AI Danger [https://www.fisherphillips.com/en/insights/insights/6-cybersecurity-steps-you-should-take-after-anthropics-claude-mythos-offers-glimpse-into-new-world-of-ai-danger]   White House Unveils New Cyber Strategy to Reduce Regulation and Go On the Offense Against Cybercriminals [https://www.fisherphillips.com/en/insights/insights/white-house-unveils-new-cyber-strategy-to-reduce-regulation-and-go-on-the-offense-against-cybercriminals]   Shields Up: 10 Proactive Steps Employers Can Take to Prevent Russian Cybersecurity Attacks [https://www.fisherphillips.com/en/insights/insights/10-proactive-steps-employers-prevent-russian-cybersecurity-attacks]

Addressing Violence in the Workplace

April is Workplace Violence Prevention Month; this week we’re exploring the realities of workplace violence and discussing why prevention matters. Learn key risk factors, practical steps to strengthen safety, and how organizations can build a proactive approach to protecting employees and maintaining a secure work environment.   Show Notes  It’s Workplace Violence Prevention Month: Is Your Business Prepared? [https://www.fisherphillips.com/en/insights/insights/workplace-violence-prevention-month] Nearly Half of All Hospitality Worker Fatalities in 2023 Were Caused By Workplace Violence: 10 Steps You Can Take to Address Workplace Dangers [https://www.fisherphillips.com/en/insights/insights/10-steps-address-workplace-dangers] Retail Workers Faced Record-High Fatalities in 2023, Spurred By Workplace Violence: 10 Steps You Can Take to Address Workplace Dangers [https://www.fisherphillips.com/en/insights/insights/retail-workers-faced-record-high-fatalities-in-2023]