A recent decision from the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit offers a welcome measure of protection for employers in overtime claims brought under the Fair Labor Standards Act. The court’s opinion highlights the...more
2/20/2025
/ Appeals ,
Appellate Courts ,
Compliance ,
Corporate Counsel ,
Employer Liability Issues ,
Employment Litigation ,
Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) ,
Over-Time ,
Recordkeeping Requirements ,
Summary Judgment ,
Wage and Hour
For years, litigation under the Fair Labor Standards Act has grown exponentially. In 2018 there were 8,824 FLSA lawsuits filed, in contrast with only 3,496 in 2008. A leading factor driving this trend is the near automatic...more