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Category Archives: Wage And Hour/Overtime
Federal government releases list of employment law priorities
Employment laws change frequently and can be difficult to navigate with federal, state and local governments each having different standards. That’s why we try to keep you updated with discussions about new regulations on our blog. Elections, from the municipal level to the federal level,…
Wage and hour enforcement varies by location since election
Wage and hour enforcement across the country has become complicated since the presidential election. The Trump Administration has yet to appoint officials to oversee enforcement of regulations, including an administrator for the Department of Labor’s Wage and Hour Division. This has caused a lack of…
The effect of raising the minimum wage in Seattle
The New York Times looked at two recent studies about the minimum wage increase in Seattle. As one of the first jurisdictions in the country to move to a $15 per hour minimum wage, Seattle has become a focal point in the wage debate. The studies were…
NYC enacts “fair workweek” law
New York City is the third U.S. city to enact legislation requiring fast-food and retail employers to provide employees with advanced notice of work schedules. For anyone who has worked fast food, retail, or other jobs that involve a flexible and non-traditional workweek, you already…
Labor case being argued in front of the Supreme Court
The Supreme Court is currently reviewing three lower court rulings regarding employees’ right to bring class action lawsuits against employers. This is an important case for both employers and employees to monitor, because it could have a major impact on both sides. The case also…
New York’s Paid Family Leave Benefits Law Goes into Effect July 1
A new state law will give eligible employees up to 12 weeks of paid family leave. The coverage will allow employees to take time off to care for a child or close relative with a serious health condition, or to assist with family obligations when…
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