Media Mentions

Jan 14, 2026

Forbes Quotes Howard Wexler on Paid Family Leave Laws

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Forbes  featured Howard Wexler in its January 14 article, “5 State Employment Law Trends To Watch In 2026.” The piece highlights key developments in state employment laws, including paid family leave, AI regulation, and other workplace issues.

Wexler discussed the growing complexity for multi-state employers as states expand paid family leave programs, noting: 

“While these efforts aim to expand employee benefits, they’ve produced a patchwork of requirements that is incredibly challenging for multi-state employers to manage. For employers, this trend translates into significant administrative strain and increased risk of noncompliance, especially as more localities continue to legislate in this space.” 

The full article is available here.