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A Shifting Landscape of Workplace Challenges

EverFi - HR

In this panel discussion with national experts from the EEOC, the Proskauer law firm, and EVERFI, we’ll dive into the most recent legal rules and best practices surrounding some of today’s toughest workplace concerns like vaccine mandates, online harassment, and employee mental wellbeing. Employee mental health. Meet our panelists: .

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What are Essential Things to Know About Wage and Hour Compliance for Your Business

InfoMart

BLOG What are Essential Things to Know About Wage and Hour Compliance for Your Business Guest Post August 29 2023 Maintaining wage and hour compliance is crucial for businesses to provide fair and legal employment practices. So, let’s dive into the essential aspects you should know.

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Good Faith Defense Upheld for Wage Statement Penalties

HRWatchdog

The case sought meal break premium pay as well as penalties for failure to pay final wages at separation and failure to report premium pay on wage statements. The case was then remanded for consideration of waiting time and wage statement penalties.

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Understanding Minimum Wage (Updated for 2020)

Zenefits

Federal minimum wage laws have been in effect for more than 90 years, but many small and midsize businesses (SMBs) don’t fully understand what the law encompasses. The recent “Fight for 15” has put minimum wage in the spotlight, with many lobbying for a higher starting salary for American workers. See image below).

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Unforgettable Lessons Learned from Wage and Hour Lawsuits Part II

FingerCheck

In today’s business climate, risk management is more important than ever, as litigation experts forecast that employers will continue to face stark wage and hour compliance risks. The FLSA clearly states that nonexempt employees are to be paid time-and-a-half wages for all hours worked over 40 in a week.

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Minimum Wage Increases for 2017

Berkshire Associates

Pay equality and “living wages” continue to be an important issue in the United States. Under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) the federal minimum wage has remained the same since 2009 at $7.25 Although federal rates have yet to increase, many states have started raising minimum wage rates on their own.

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FLSA Overtime Regulations Every Employer Should Know

Tandem HR

Minimum wage. This exemption applies to employees who work directly with general business operations of a company, including human resources, marketing, purchasing, accounting, budgeting, and legal compliance. As an employer, you’ve certainly heard of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). Recordkeeping. Child labor. Nursing mothers.