The Department of Labor’s (DOL) September 30, 2025 Opinion Letter FLSA2025-03 brings welcome clarity for restaurants and hospitality employers navigating complex tip pooling requirements.
By way of background, a DOL...more
On July 29, 2025, the U.S. Department of Justice issued a memorandum to federal agencies titled “Guidance for Recipients of Federal Funding Regarding Unlawful Discrimination”. The Guidance is intended to clarify how federal...more
8/13/2025
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In a sweeping move set to reshape employee paychecks, the newly enacted One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) introduces two significant federal tax deductions for hourly workers: one for overtime pay and another for tip income....more
8/5/2025
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