On February 4, the Fifth Circuit Court overturned a September 2023 order from a Texas trial court finding President Biden lacked the authority under the Federal Property and Administrative Services Act (FPASA or Act) to...more Updated State and Local Employment Posters and Notices for 2025 ...
With increasing wage and hour challenges, employers need experienced advocates. From strategic negotiations with state and federal regulators, to defending a pay audit or an independent contractor status claim, our team has deep experience. We assemble teams of seasoned litigators to defend collective ...
The article discusses the need to consider the difference in overtime pay regulations under State Wage Laws and Federal Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) in the U.S. It mentions the debate over the revision of the white collar overtime pay regulations proposed by the U.S. Department of Labor...
Local, state, and federal agencies interpret wage and hour laws/regulations through a patchwork of opinions that are many times unknown to employers. Businesses have to ensure they have access to accurate, up-to-date information, all under the ever-present threat of class, collective, and ...
Our attorneys include former officials of federal and state labor agencies, including the Wage and Hour Division (WHD) of the U.S. Department of Labor, and the California Labor and Workforce Development Agency. Details Matter Minor decisions or practices can make the difference between compliance ...
shift in the labor landscape. It may reflect concerns about rising costs and fears that families and businesses are being priced out of the Golden State. And the vote could be a bellwether for the nation as California is well known as a trendsetting state, especially on wage-and-hour ...
“Should I stay, or should I go?” on their 1982 album, Combat Rock, and with recent attacks on non-competes at both the state and federal level, some employers are imposing additional costs on employees who take advantage of an employer’s training opportunities only to leave and join a...
State Labor Laws These laws are present at both the federal and state levels. There may also be county or municipal laws that guarantee certain rights, protections, and rates for employees. The federal wage and hour... Exempt Versus Non-Exempt Employees ...
vary from state to state, and can often change. Staying current with the latest changes in the laws that apply to your business will not only help you avoid hefty fines, but also help maintain a harmonious work relationship with employees. So, what exactly is the federal wage and hour law...
Minimum wage rates exceed the federal rate in 30 states and the District of Columbia as of January 2025. The District of Columbia has the highest minimum wage at $17.50 per hour. The second highest is Washington at $16.66.111 Only five states have not adopted a state minimum wage as of...