Labor Law

Partner with Midwest HR Experts Backed by Employment Law Counsel

Partner with Midwest HR Experts Backed by Employment Law Counsel

HR Services, Labor Law, Minnesota Employment Law

With Minnesota’s new break law and paid leave requirements taking effect on January 1, many business leaders like yourself are navigating increased compliance demands – from mandatory meal/rest breaks to updated wage notices and potential penalties for non-compliance. At Synergy HR, we specialize in helping Midwest businesses and professional organizations (like law firms, CPA firms, […]

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Navigating the Risks of AI in HR and Recruitment

Navigating the Risks of AI in HR and Recruitment

Artificial Intelligence, Firing, Hiring, HR Services, Labor Law

AI in HR hiring presents significant concerns centered onbias and discrimination, data privacy, and the loss of human interaction. While AI offers efficiency benefits, organizations must navigate these challenges carefully to ensure fair and compliant hiring processes. Synergy HR discussed concerns about the use of AI generally and specifically, the danger of bias in hiring

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Minnesota Paid Family and Medical Leave (PFML): 2025–2026 Transition Checklist for Employers

Minnesota Paid Family and Medical Leave (PFML): 2025–2026 Transition Checklist for Employers

Employment Law, Labor Law, Minnesota Employment Law, Parental Leave

To handle pre-existing leave that transitions to Minnesota’s Paid Family and Medical Leave (PFML), continue benefits, and track leave usage as the new law takes effect in 2026, you must first ensure that any leave taken in 2025 is counted against the employee’s prior leave entitlements and that leave starting in 2026 is subject to the

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Political Speech in the Workplace

Labor Law, Minnesota Employment Law, Workplace Conflict

The recent national attention following the fatal shooting of political commentator Charlie Kirk has intensified public debate about political expression, raising questions about what actions employers can take to mitigate reputational harm to their business based on the personal views shared by their employees in both workplace and non-workplace settings. The line that stands between

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Minnesota Paid Leave Law

Minnesota Paid Leave Law: 3 Key Steps Employers Must Take Before January 2026

Employment Law, Labor Law, Parental Leave, Sick Leave

Here’s a breakdown of the key requirements: Quarterly wage detail reports Already Started: The first quarterly wage detail reports were due on October 31, 2024, based on wages paid between July 1, 2024, and September 30, 2024. Ongoing Requirement: Employers must continue to submit these reports quarterly to the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED).

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