In April of this year, the United States Department of Labor the (“DOL”) announced a final rule (the “2024 Rule”) that had a dramatic effect on whether employers can legally exempt employees from overtime pay under the Fair...more
11/20/2024
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The National Labor Relations Board (“NLRB”) issued its 2023 rule to determine joint employer status entitled “Standard for Determining Employer Status” on October 26, 2023 (the “2023 rule”). This topic was previously covered...more
On September 29, 2023, the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (the “EEOC”) released its draft guidance concerning harassment in the workplace. The updated guidance reflects notable changes in law, including the...more
10/5/2023
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