US Department of Labor: Violations and Settlements – May 1 to 15, 2024
Each month, the United States Department of Labor (US DOL or DOL) issue violations and … Read more
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April 2024: EEOC Lawsuits and Settlements
Each month, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) files lawsuits and settles cases covering the … Read more
New Overtime Law Changes and HR Guidance in April 2024
On April 23, 2024, the US Department of Labor finally announced its changes to the … Read more
Can an employer reduce your pay?
The question “Can an employer reduce your pay?” seems pretty straight forward. Usually, the answer … Read more
Your Paycheck: 7 Important Questions Answered
Everyone one who is employed receives a paycheck. However, although employees receive paychecks, there many … Read more
Empowering Pregnant Workers: Ensuring a Supportive and Inclusive Workplace Environment
Pregnancy and the birth of a child are significant milestones in a woman’s life, but … Read more
Can You Lose a Job Offer By Negotiating Salary?
Negotiating salary can be a nerve-wracking experience for many job seekers. There’s often a fear … Read more
Unapproved Hours Worked and Time and Attendance Policies
One question I get asked with some regularity is whether an employer must pay an … Read more
Fair Labor Standards Act – When show-up time is considered hours worked
In our “FLSA – Hours Worked” series we have reviewed situations, such as travel time, … Read more
FLSA Mandatory Meetings – When meeting and training time is considered hours worked
As we discussed previously in our “FLSA – Hours Worked” series, there are circumstances when … Read more