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Trump vs. Harris: What Could Their Presidencies Mean for Employment Law?

Multimedia, Client Alert
October 22, 2024

Trump vs. Harris: What Could Their Presidencies Mean for Employment Law?

BMD Partner and Co-Chair of the Employment and Labor Law Group Bryan Meek recently released two episodes of Employment Law After Hours, where he takes a deep dive into the potential employment law changes we could see under two very different 2024 election outcomes.

Whether you’re an HR professional, business leader, or employee, these episodes break down what each candidate’s presidency could mean for the future of work and workplace regulations. Watch both episodes to stay ahead of the potential shifts that could impact your business in 2024!

Kamala Harris’s Employment Agenda: A Game-Changer for Employers?

In this episode, we explore how Kamala Harris’s potential win in 2024 could reshape the American workplace. From raising the minimum wage to reclassifying gig workers, Harris’s labor policies are designed to put workers first—but what does that mean for businesses and employers? Join us as we break down the key areas of her employment agenda: ✅ Minimum Wage Increases ✅ 12 Weeks of Paid Family Leave ✅ Stronger Union Rights & Labor Protections ✅ Gig Worker Reclassification ✅ Pay Equity & Anti-Discrimination Efforts

Back to Deregulation? Trump’s Employment Plans Predicted

What Would a Trump 2024 Presidency Mean for Employment Law? In this episode, we explore the potential impact of a second Donald Trump presidency term on the American workplace. Known for his pro-business stance and deregulation efforts, Donald Trump could bring major changes that employers and employees alike need to be prepared for. We’ll break down the key areas of his employment agenda: ✅ Deregulation and Reduced Worker Protections ✅ Gig Workers Classified as Independent Contractors ✅ Tighter Immigration Policies Affecting the Workforce ✅ Support for Right-to-Work Laws and Union Challenges ✅ A Conservative NLRB and Its Impact on Labor Relations. Whether you’re a business owner, HR professional, or employee, this episode gives you the insights needed to stay ahead of the potential shifts.

Client Alert

Key Healthcare Provisions in Ohio’s 2026–2027 Budget

July 2, 2025Ohio’s newly enacted biennial budget (HB 96) for FY 2026–2027 brings sweeping changes for healthcare providers across the state. The law includes new Medicaid eligibility requirements, reporting mandates, funding directives, and social policy provisions. Several vetoes by Governor DeWine also affect healthcare-related initiatives.Client Alert

Providers Beware: Court Sides with Insurers in No Surprises Act Arbitration

July 2, 2025On June 12, 2025, the Fifth Circuit ruled in favor of Aetna and Kaiser in two lawsuits brought by air ambulance providers challenging how insurers calculated payments under the No Surprises Act’s Independent Dispute Resolution process. The court held that unless there is clear evidence of fraud or serious misconduct, IDR decisions will stand, reinforcing the finality of the arbitration process.Client Alert

Introducing HB 281: Enforcement of Federal Immigration Laws in Ohio Hospitals

July 1, 2025House Bill 281, introduced on May 20, 2025, would require Ohio hospitals to allow law enforcement, including federal immigration agents, to enter facilities and enforce immigration laws. The bill mandates that hospitals comply with information requests and adopt formal policies, raising significant concerns about patient privacy and access to care for immigrant communities.Client Alert

Parental Consent May Soon Be Required for Minor Mental Health Services in Ohio

June 25, 2025HB 172 proposes repealing a provision in Ohio law that allows minors age 14 and older to consent to limited outpatient mental health services without parental involvement. The bill would require parental consent for all such care and remove related language from other sections of the Ohio Revised Code.Client Alert

Community Behavioral Health Providers - Supervisor Pricing Changes Begin July 1 [Corrected Date]

June 16, 2025Effective June 16, community behavioral health providers wishing to receive reimbursement at the supervisor rate must add the HP or HT Modifier to fee-for-service (FFS) claims. Find out about the new guidelines.
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