Resources & Insights
EventMissed our Eleventh Annual Labor & Employment Fall Seminar? Get the recorded sessions here to view and share!
EventRemote work has become a permanent feature of the modern workplace, expanding workforces beyond physical office locations and increasing workday flexibility for teams in most industries. Despite the benefits, remote work complicates management and legal compliance, especially when employees span multiple states, each with its own set of labor and employment laws and regulations.
Join Labor, Employment, & Immigration Partners Rebecca Bush and Peter Hansen for a timely discussion on managing today's remote workforce, including multi-state team members, while staying compliant with national and state law.
ArticleOn May 28, 2025, the United States Court of International Trade (“CIT”) determined that the Trump administration’s use of the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (“IEEPA”) to impose (1) overly broad worldwide reciprocal tariffs and (2) fentanyl/immigration-related tariffs on China, Mexico, and Canada was unlawful.
Education On Demand
Safeguarding Against Deepfakes: How to Prevent and Respond to AI-Generated CyberattacksSafeguarding Against Deepfakes: How to Prevent and Respond to AI-Generated CyberattacksAs businesses increasingly rely on third-party vendors and new technologies like AI, data privacy and cybersecurity risks continue to evolve. Poor data hygiene, careless AI use, and weak vendor oversight can open the door to regulatory scrutiny, reputational damage, and costly data breaches. By understanding areas of vulnerability, companies can minimize their exposure.
Prevention to Resolution: Managing Workers’ Compensation Claims with the End in MindPrevention to Resolution: Managing Workers’ Compensation Claims with the End in MindAn unexpected workers' compensation claim has the potential to derail business operations for companies in any industry. With a myriad of sources, including OSHA, FMLA, ADA, retaliatory, and discriminatory violation claims, as well as varying laws governing employee classification and claim viability, preventing and managing workers' compensation disputes requires a proactive and strategic approach.
Blogs
In the Media
Luke Fedlam Speaks with ABC6 Columbus on Recent OHSAA Lawsuit Ruling | Media MentionLuke Fedlam Speaks with ABC6 Columbus on Recent OHSAA Lawsuit RulingLuke Fedlam sat down with Mike McCarthy of ABC6 Columbus news to discuss the recent court ruling in Ohio high school athlete, Jamier Brown's lawsuit against the Ohio High School Athletic Association (OSHAA).
Luke Fedlam Interviewed on Ohio School Athletic Association (OHSAA) Lawsuit | Media MentionLuke Fedlam Interviewed on Ohio School Athletic Association (OHSAA) LawsuitLuke Fedlam is representing Ohio high school athlete, Jamier Brown, in a lawsuit against the Ohio High School Athletic Association (OSHAA). The lawsuit challenges the current prohibition against earning compensation for name, image and likeness rights for high school athletes in Ohio.
Events
Ethical Considerations with AI Use | Speaking EngagementEthical Considerations with AI UseJoin Tiffany Woelfel at Fox Valley Technical College's Continuing Legal Education Conference as she explores how AI is currently being applied in the legal field, offering practical guidance on ethical considerations and compliance with Wisconsin Rules.
Litigating Restrictive Covenants in Wisconsin | Speaking EngagementLitigating Restrictive Covenants in WisconsinJoin Craig Kubiak at Fox Valley Technical College's Continuing Legal Education Conference as he break down the various types of restrictive covenants and how they play out in real-world scenarios.
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Developing an Effective FMLA/ADA Compliance Strategy – Is there such a thing as being Protected? | Speaking EngagementDeveloping an Effective FMLA/ADA Compliance Strategy – Is there such a thing as being Protected?
Join Bob Simandl at Fox Valley Technical College's Continuing Legal Education Conference where during his session he examines the challenges employers face, the scope of their legal responsibilities, and how to address potential abuse of protected leave.
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AI Meets IP: What Every Business Needs to Know | Speaking EngagementAI Meets IP: What Every Business Needs to Know
Join Mike Bendel Fox Valley Technical College's Continuing Legal Education Conference for an informative discussion on the nuanced IP issues companies and courts are grappling with as AI capabilities reshape industries.
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Deposition Strategies for New Lawyers | Speaking EngagementDeposition Strategies for New Lawyers
Join Marissa Borschke and a distinguished panel of attorneys for this webcast hosted by the Ohio State Bar Association as they share their first solo deposition experiences and tips on how you can prepare.
Breakfast Briefing Series: Wage & Hour Check-Up: Is Your Payroll Practice Keeping Up? | EventBreakfast Briefing Series: Wage & Hour Check-Up: Is Your Payroll Practice Keeping Up?Join Labor & Employment partners Craig Papka and Sara Zorich for a live discussion on navigating employee wage and hour requirements and investigations.
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Navigating Employee Background Check Legal Landmines | Speaking EngagementNavigating Employee Background Check Legal Landmines
Join Jeff Risch for "Navigating Employee Background Check Legal Landmines," presented by the Illinois Chamber of Commerce.
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Advisor Series - Wills vs. Trusts | EventAdvisor Series - Wills vs. Trusts
Amundsen Davis's in-person series for advisors is intended to facilitate a collaborative relationship among business advisors so we can better serve our clients.
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Corporate Risk Management Series: Strategies to Safeguard Your Business from Cyber Attacks & Data Breaches | EventCorporate Risk Management Series: Strategies to Safeguard Your Business from Cyber Attacks & Data Breaches
Join Molly Arranz, Chair of Amundsen Davis’s Cybersecurity & Data Privacy Service Group, for a timely presentation on how to respond when a cyber incident occurs. Even if you have a sophisticated understanding of how to react, join us for some insights, suggestions, war stories, and thoughts on how to manage your cyber-hygiene and prepare for responding to an incident.
12th Annual New Laws Forum | Speaking Engagement12th Annual New Laws ForumJoin Amundsen Davis at Illinois Chamber's 12th Annual New Laws Forum. This annual seminar focuses on the legal developments affecting Illinois employers in the coming year and beyond.
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Protecting Your Business in the Wake of Bad "Press" and Negative Social Media | Speaking EngagementProtecting Your Business in the Wake of Bad "Press" and Negative Social Media
Join Heather Bailey and Danessa Watkins as they present the webcast, "Protecting Your Business in the Wake of Bad “Press” and Negative Social Media," hosted by the Illinois Chamber of Commerce.
Published Works
A Wisconsin Employer's Preparation Guide for Workplace ICE raids, Form I-9 Audits | PublicationA Wisconsin Employer's Preparation Guide for Workplace ICE raids, Form I-9 AuditsSara Zorich's article, "A Wisconsin Employer's Preparation Guide for Workplace ICE raids, Form I-9 Audits," was featured in The Business News.
Navigating a Shifting NLRBFall 2025 | PublicationNavigating a Shifting NLRBJulie Proscia and Kevin Kleine's article, "Navigating a Shifting NLRB," was featured in USLAW Magazine's Fall 2025 Issue.
Firm News
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Several Amundsen Davis Service Groups Named in the 2026 Edition of Best Law Firms® | Firm NewsSeveral Amundsen Davis Service Groups Named in the 2026 Edition of Best Law Firms®
Several of Amundsen Davis's service groups have been ranked for 2026 in the 16th Edition of Best Law Firms®.
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Craig Papka Included on Wisconsin Law Journal’s 2025 Powerlist – Employment Law | Firm NewsCraig Papka Included on Wisconsin Law Journal’s 2025 Powerlist – Employment Law
Congratulations to Craig Papka who was included on Wisconsin Law Journal’s 2025 Powerlist – Employment Law!