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Human Times
The International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers has announced a ratification vote for a new Boeing proposal scheduled for Wednesday. The offer includes a 35% pay increase over four years, up from the previous 30%, and raises the ratification bonus to $7,000 per worker. While the proposal does not restore a traditional pension plan, it enhances 401(k) contributions and retains performance bonuses at a minimum of 4% of pay. Union leaders Jon Holden and Brandon Bryant stated: “The fact the company has put forward an improved proposal is a testament to the resolve and dedication of the frontline workers.” The strike, which began on September 13, has affected production of several Boeing aircraft models and led to significant layoffs. Boeing's average annual pay for machinists is currently $75,608. Forbes looks at how the off of a 35% pay rise highlights significant shifts in the American labor market, noting that as talent competition intensifies and labor shortages persist, businesses like Boeing are grappling with wage inflation.
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Human Times
Campaigners are urging the Government to enhance the basic rate of statutory sick pay (SSP), currently set at £116 a week, as many workers struggle financially while off sick. A consultation will be launched alongside the second reading of the Employment Rights Bill, which proposes paid sick leave from day one for those earning below £123 a week. Charities, including Citizens Advice and Macmillan Cancer Support, have expressed concerns that the existing SSP system is inadequate, stating: “Hundreds of thousands of working people... will still find themselves without adequate financial support.” A report by WPI Economics, led by Matthew Oakley, suggests that increasing sick pay could yield a net £4.1bn benefit to the economy by improving productivity and reducing long-term health issues.
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Education Slice
As the 2024 presidential election approaches, K-12 education remains conspicuously absent from candidate discussions and debates. During the only debate between Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump, education was not mentioned at all. While Harris has criticized Trump's education policies, she has not provided specific plans of her own. Trump has proposed eliminating the U.S. Department of Education and has made broad claims about school policies without detailed proposals. Bettina Love, a professor at Teachers College, Columbia University, remarked: “It sends a message that the federal government is not truly concerned about public education.” The lack of focus on education reflects a broader trend where candidates prioritize issues like the economy and health care over K-12 education, which is primarily governed at state and local levels.
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Accountancy Slice
Pippa Browde, a professor at the University of Montana School of Law, discusses the Treasury Department's proposed regulations aimed at expanding the federal income tax exemption for Indian tribal governments. These regulations provide a safe harbor for tribal business enterprises, allowing them to benefit from the Inflation Reduction Act. However, Browde notes that the rules do not address all barriers, particularly for entities organized under state or local law. She emphasizes that "the focus should be on ownership of an entity," highlighting the need for flexibility in structuring tribal enterprises. The proposed regulations reflect federal policies of tribal sovereignty and self-governance, but additional barriers remain for tribes seeking to fully access tax incentives.
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Legal Matters Scotland
Rape Crisis Scotland has called for mandatory rehabilitation programmes for sex offenders before their release from prison, following the Scottish Sentencing Council's draft proposals. Chief executive Sandy Brindley highlighted the tragic case of Esther Brown, who was murdered by a released sex offender: “The tragic case of Esther Brown highlighted the grave need for mandatory sex offender programmes.” The charity expressed concern over the release of over 100 moderate to high-risk offenders without completing rehabilitation. They also urged the Council to implement mandatory non-harassment orders to protect victims upon the release of their attackers. The consultation on the guidelines, which aim to ensure consistent sentencing for rape, closed recently, with responses expected from various stakeholders.
Full IssueNorth America
Legal Slice
Law firm promotions are often celebrated, showcasing growth and the elevation of top talent. However, the rise of salaried or non-equity partners, especially in Big Law, is causing concern among clients about transparency in billing practices. Firms like Kirkland & Ellis, which promoted 200 attorneys to partner in 2024, are part of a growing trend where many promoted partners lack equity ownership or voting rights. While these promotions bring recognition, higher pay, and increased responsibilities for the individuals, clients are questioning if these titles justify the same rates as equity partners. The trend is raising fears of inflated legal bills without a commensurate increase in senior expertise. As more firms adopt two-tier partnership models, clients are becoming wary of being billed at premium rates by less experienced lawyers. This shift is testing the trust between law firms and their clients, with a growing demand for more detailed billing transparency and clearer delineation of who is performing the work.
Full IssueEurope
Risk Channel
UK law enforcement is intensifying its focus on ESG-related money laundering, as highlighted in the ESG enforcement tracker by Peters & Peters. Maria Cronin, a partner at the firm, stated: "With sustainability rules tightening and regulators getting serious about ESG failures, international companies are facing a web of complex risks." The Advertising Standards Authority and the Competition and Markets Authority are leading this regulatory push, with the Financial Conduct Authority also increasing its enforcement efforts. Although private prosecutions for ESG breaches are currently rare, there is an anticipated rise in interest from shareholders and activists, suggesting that enforcement actions will continue to escalate in the coming years.
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CFO Slice
Artificial intelligence (AI) has spurred M&A volume in 2024, according to Dykema, noting 55 transactions targeting AI startups during the first quarter compared with 38 during the final quarter of last year. More than 70% of dealmakers expect that mergers and acquisitions in the next 12 months will target companies that sell AI infrastructure or that either offer AI solutions or have successfully deployed the technology, Dykema found in a survey of 235 executives focused on M&A. Company valuations and the line-up of M&A targets have improved compared with last year, according to Dykema, citing its survey. Still, dealmakers said competition among buyers persists as a headwind to transactions. “The institutions and funding and talent and mechanisms are in place for M&A to reach new highs, and the M&A industry is dominated by optimists,” said Frank Ballantine, an M&A lawyer at Dykema. “But when and exactly how new highs will be reached would require an LLM [large language model] that I don’t know of anyone having developed.”
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