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National State Employment Law Update – September 2025 Changes | JD Supra
Below are the key state employment law changes that have occurred in September 2025. Employers should review these updates to ensure compliance with new leave rights, posting requirements, and employee protections across multiple states. California On August 21, 2025, the California Supreme Court ruled that employers cannot avoid penalties for minimum wage violations by claiming ignorance of the law. In Ilhoff v. LaPaille, No. S275848, 2025 BL 296571 (C.A. Aug.
Extended, Indefinite Leave Request Is Usually NOT a Reasonable Accommodation | JD Supra
A recent decision from the Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals tackled the question of when an employer is obligated to provide leave as a disability accommodation when the leave request is for an indefinite length of time. In Coffman v. Nexstar Media Inc., No. 23-2253 (4th Cir.
Navigating E-Verify’s Status Change Report | JD Supra
On July 15, 2025, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (“DHS”) released updated E-Verify compliance information related to revoked Employment Authorization Documents (“EADs”) for certain noncitizens whose parole status under the CHNV (Cuba, Haiti, Nicaragua, and Venezuela) parole program has been terminated. This stems from a decision on May 30, 2025, in which the U.S. Supreme Court allowed DHS to terminate CHNV parole and revoke the work authorization status for individuals in the program.
Girl Named Tom – Hits from the Road - Country Music News International
CD Review: Girl Named Tom – Hits from the Road 1. Jolene 2. Girl Crush / Like I’m Gonna Lose You 3. Evergreen 4. Wichita Lineman 5. Carolina In My Mind 6. From This Valley 7. Billie Jean 8. Country Roads / Mrs. Robinson 9. Helplessly Hoping 10. Saint Honesty 11. In This Heart Girl Named Tom’s Hits from the Road is an album that showcases the trio’s exceptional harmonies and love for iconic covers.
Zac Brown Band – The Comeback - Country Music News International
CD Review: Zac Brown Band – The Comeback 1. Slow Burn 2. Out in the Middle 3. Wild Palomino 4. Us Against the World 5. Same Boat 6. Stubborn Pride (feat. Marcus King) 7. Fun Having Fun 8. The Comeback 9. Old Love Song 10. Any Day Now 11. Paradise Lost on Me 12. GA Clay 13. Love & Sunsets 14. Closer to Heaven (feat. Gregory Porter) 15. Don’t Let Your Heart Zac Brown Band’s The Comeback marks a return to the band’s roots with a blend of heartfelt Americana, Southern rock, and rich storytelling.
Redferrin – Old No. 7 - Country Music News International
CD Review: Redferrin – Old No. 7 1. Jack and Diet Coke 2. Lose Her For Nothin’ 3. Miss Summer 4. Just Like Johnny 5. Doin’ Life 6. She’s Like Whiskey 7. Champagne In The Morning Redferrin’s Old No. 7 EP blends country, rock, and trap influences into a dynamic and compelling project. Known for his versatility, Redferrin explores both the highs and lows of life in this whiskey-themed collection, which defies country music clichés by weaving in elements of R&B and hip-hop.
Zach Top - Cold Beer and Country Music - Country Music News International
CD Review: Zach Top – Cold Beer and Country Music Sounds Like The Radio Cold Beer & Country Music Cowboys Like Me Do There’s The Sun Dirt Turns To Gold The Kinda Woman I Like Lonely For Long Bad Luck Use Me Ain’t That A Heartbreak I Never Lie Things To Do Top’s debut album “Cold Beer and Country Music” is a breath of fresh air for country music. Zach brings his listeners a modern take on traditional country.
Ian Munsick – White Buffalo - Country Music News International
CD Review: Ian Munsick – White Buffalo 1. From the Horse’s Mouth 2. Arrowhead 3. River Run 4. Ranch Hand 5. Neon Brightside 6. Long Live Cowgirls (with Cody Johnson) 7. Barn Burner 8. Dig 9. More Than Me 10. Little Man 11. White Buffalo 12. Bluegrass 13. Cowshit in the Morning 14. Field of Dreams (ft. Vince Gill) 15. Blazin’ 16. Missin’ Her Play 17. Horses & Weed 18.
Chris Stapleton - Higher
CD Review: Chris Stapleton – Higher Chris Stapleton’s latest album, Higher, is a soul-stirring journey through the heart of Americana, blending his signature blend of country, blues, and rock with profound lyrical depth. Released in 2023, this album marks a significant evolution in Stapleton’s already distinguished career, showcasing both his exceptional vocal prowess and his songwriting prowess.
The Castellows - A Little Goes a Long Way
CD Review: The Castellows – A Little Goes a Long Way A Little Goes a Long Way Heartline Hill The Part Where You Break My Heart No. 7 Road Cowboy Kind of Love Hurricane I Know It’ll Never End The Castellows, comprised of Ellie (lead guitar), Powell (banjo), and Lily (vocals), emerge as a beacon of traditional country revival with their EP A Little Goes a Long Way.
Luke Combs – Gettin’ Old - Country Music News International
CD Review: Luke Combs – Gettin’ Old 1. Growin’ Up and Gettin’ Old 2. Hannah Ford Road 3. Back 40 Back 4. You Found Yours 5. The Beer, the Band, and the Barstool 6. Still Gettin’ Over You 7. See Me Now 8. Joe 9. A Song Was Born 10. My Song Will Never Die 11. Where the Wild Things Are 12. Love You Anyway 13. Take You With Me 14. Fast Car (feat. Danielle Bradbery) 15. Tattoo on a Sunburn 16. 5 Leaf Clover 17. Fox in the Henhouse 18.
Auburn McCormick - Overdramatic
Song Review: Auburn McCormick – Overdramatic By Madison Monroe for Country Music News International Magazine Auburn McCormick is a fresh face to the country music scene. She hales from Mississippi but currently splits her time between Austin, TX and Nashville, TN. She caught the musical bug at a young age, singing in church as a kid then, later, at the age of 15, picked up a guitar for the first time and fell in love with it.
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Concert Review Priscilla Block – Welcome To The Block Party - Country Music News International
Concert Review: Priscilla Block – Welcome To The Block Party Tour Priscilla Block kicked ass in Columbus, Oh. Block just wrapped up the last leg of her first headlining tour. She put on one hell of a show at The Bluestone, also known as “The Other Church of Country Music.” Every little detail was amazing from the opening act down to the energy from the fans. Country music newcomer, Dalton Dover, opened the show. Dalton was on the TV show The Voice.
3 Things People Don’t Know About Home Warranties
Home warranty companies promise to help you save thousands of dollars when your household systems and appliances break down. They run ads promising to protect you from costly repairs and replacements of your furnace, electricity, plumbing, and other appliances and systems. The assurance of peace of mind is what makes home warranties useful. However, not all home warranties are the same. Before you sign that contract, make sure you understand what constitutes your Arizona home warranty.
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