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Mexico Employers Take Note: New Training Obligations and a Reduction of the Workweek
Special thanks to our law clerk Marjorie Simón for contributing to this update.
Mexico has kicked off 2026 with two major legal developments that employers cannot afford to ignore. In January and March, sweeping reforms reshaped the compliance landscape—introducing mandatory workplace training focused on preventing violence against women and launching a phased reduction of the standard workweek from 48 to 40 hours. Together, these changes reflect a broader regulatory push toward workplace equality, safety, and work‑life balance, while also creating new operational and compliance challenges for employers operating in Mexico. Read on for more information.
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Navigating Employment Law Across Borders: Key Developments for Multinational Employers In the Americas
In a recent conversation with our colleagues across the Americas—in Argentina, Brazil, Canada, Colombia, Mexico and the United States—we examined the latest developments affecting multinational employers in the region. Please click here to tune in to the recording at your convenience. Read on for a preview of some of the key
Strategic Moves Amid Uncertainty: Global Employment Law Update, Trends & Tips Fastpass Webinar Series 2025
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Our Global Employment Law Fastpass webinar series is here again! Every June, we offer four regionally-focused webinars to help you stay up-to-speed on the latest employment law developments around the world. From tariffs and economic uncertainty to the use
Mexican Employer Update: Learning from 2024 and Planning for 2025 (Video Chat)
Special thanks to co-presenters Jose Larroque, Ma. Rosario Lombera, and Javiera Medina-Reza.
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End of Year Employment Law Updates! Tune in to our review / previews in California, Illinois, Canada and Mexico
2024 was a ‘super year’ for elections. Half of the world’s population – some 4.7 billion people – went to the polls in 72 countries. Political shifts often lead to significant changes in employment laws. We’re here to help you prepare for the changes ahead and to stay ahead of the curve on employment law developments
Now available – The Global Employer: Focus on Global Immigration & Mobility Handbook 2024
- An overview of key global immigration and mobility issues to consider related to immigration, employment, compensation and employee benefits, income taxes and social insurance, and global
Cultivating a Healthy Workforce Strategy: Global Employment Law Updates, Trends and Tips Webinar Series
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In the face of intensifying geopolitical risk and continuing economic uncertainty, the challenges for global employers to plan carefully and operate strategically to maintain a thriving workforce is greater than ever. We’ll help employers navigate those challenges in