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Ohio Leads the Way Allowing Employers to Post Digital Labor and Employment Notices

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On July 20, 2025, Ohio will officially become one of the first states to allow employers to provide digital—rather than physical—copies of certain labor law notices required under Ohio law....more

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Reminder: California Healthcare Minimum Wage Increase Effective July 1, 2025

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Employers in the healthcare industry in California are subject to a separate minimum wage from other employers. Effective July 1, 2025, certain healthcare facilities will see an increase in their minimum wage rates. The...more

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Employer Cheat Sheet for Workplace Laws Taking Effect July 1

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Most employers are prepared for new laws at the start of each year – but did you know that a heap of new workplace laws take effect at the halfway point? Here’s your employer cheat sheet to prepare for July 1 effective dates…...more

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2025 Pocket Guide Virginia Employment Law

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The following sections summarize key Virginia employment statutes and principles of employment law. The summaries are not intended to be a comprehensive analysis of the laws and/or their judicial interpretations. The...more

Davidoff Hutcher & Citron LLP

Service Charges vs. Tips: Ensuring Legal Compliance in New York Restaurants

Understanding the difference between service charges and tips is critical for New York restaurant owners to remain compliant with state and federal labor laws. Misclassifying these charges can lead to legal disputes,...more

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Oregon Minimum Wage Changes: What Employers Need to Know

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Oregon’s automatic minimum wage for non-exempt employees is set to increase on July 1, 2025. This minimum wage increase is calculated by the Oregon Bureau of Labor and Industries’ (BOLI) Labor Commissioner. In April, the...more

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Illinois Minimum Wage 2025 Update – July 1, 2025 Increases to Chicago and Cook County Minimum Wages; January 1, 2025 Increase to...

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On January 1, 2025, we saw the Illinois minimum wage increase from $14.00 to $15.00 per hour. The City of Chicago is increasing its set minimum wage on July 1, 2025 for employers with four (4) or more employees. Cook...more

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2025 Midyear State and Local Minimum Wage Increases

Several state and local minimum wage rates will soon increase, beginning on July 1, 2025. This article provides the state and major locality minimum wage increases for mid-2025 only, along with related changes in the minimum...more

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It's up to Localities: Will Colorado Employers See a Decrease in Tipped Minimum Wage?

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Colorado Gov. Jared Polis on June 3, 2025, signed House Bill (HB) 25-1208 into law in an effort to alleviate economic stress on the restaurant industry in Colorado by permitting localities to reduce the minimum wage for...more

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The Do’s and Don’ts of Internships

It’s that time of year again. Tens of thousands of high school, college, and graduate students will descend on employers this summer, looking to gain practical work experience in the various fields in which they have...more

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Littler’s Semi-Annual Rates Update for Minimum Wage, Tips, and Exempt Pay Increases on July 1, 2025 (and Other Developments)

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Summer is upon us. Beaches, barbecues, and wage increases for non-exempt, exempt, and tipped employees! While some might not be as thrilled about the last item, we are excited to help employers across the United States...more

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Sun’s Out, Funds Up: California’s Local Minimum Wage Increases in July

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At the start of the year, the state minimum wage increased, along with several local jurisdictions. Many other California cities and counties also raise their minimum wage on July 1....more

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Navigating the Summer Internship Wave: What Employers Need to Know

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With summer officially here, students across the country are beginning internships, eager to gain experience and make their mark. While this seasonal influx offers valuable recruitment opportunities, it is important to stay...more

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Time Is Money: A Quick Wage-Hour Tip on . . . Successful Summer Internship Programs

With Memorial Day in the rearview mirror and the month of June upon us, many companies and organizations throughout the country are preparing to kick off the summer by welcoming an incoming cohort of summer interns....more

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Knowledge [Literally] Pays: Important Considerations for Massachusetts Employers

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Massachusetts is one of the most employee-friendly states in the nation when it comes to wage-and-hour laws. While the federal minimum wage is only $7.25 per hour, Massachusetts currently requires most employers to pay a...more

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Significant Changes for Alaska Employers, including Minimum Wage Increases and Mandatory Paid Sick Leave Programs, Begin July 1,...

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In November 2024, Alaskan voters passed Ballot Measure 1. The law takes effect July 1, 2025, and has three main provisions: (1) increasing the minimum wage now and into the future (which also impacts exempt salary levels),...more

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Tip Pooling and Tip Credit Compliance: A Guide for New York Restaurant Owners

New York restaurant owners must navigate complex tip pooling and tip credit regulations to ensure compliance with federal and state labor laws. Failure to follow these rules can result in lawsuits, back wages, and penalties....more

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Most States Let Employers Recoup Wage Overpayments Without Employee Authorization

Mistakes happen, even with sophisticated corporate payroll systems. This can involve duplicate wage payments, paying an employee for unpaid time away from work, or other genuine errors. ...more

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July 1 Minimum Wage Hikes Across California Explained

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On July 1, 2025, new increased minimum wage rates will go into effect in many California cities and counties. Local governments have looked to offset the effects of inflation and have decided to use minimum wage ordinances to...more

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Missouri's Repeal of Paid Sick Leave and Portions of Minimum Wage: What’s Next for Proposition A

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On May 14, 2025, the Missouri Senate voted 22-11 to repeal portions of Proposition A, the voter-approved initiative that increases the state’s minimum wage and requires employers to provide earned paid sick leave....more

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Missouri’s Paid Sick Leave and Portions of the Minimum Wage Increase Repealed

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On May 14, 2025, the Missouri Senate passed a bill (HB 567) repealing the paid sick leave requirement along with a portion of the minimum wage increase included in Proposition A, which voters approved on November 5, 2024. ...more

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Goodbye to Missouri’s Paid Sick Leave Law: State General Assembly Passes Law to Repeal Sick Leave and Future Minimum Wage...

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As anticipated, the Missouri General Assembly passed House Bill 567 (H.B. 567), which repeals certain provisions of Proposition A—most notably, the entire Missouri paid sick time law. Governor Kehoe is expected to sign the...more

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Paid Sick Leave Act Repeal Clears Missouri Legislature

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Late on May 14, 2025, the Missouri Senate majority invoked a rarely used procedural tool to advance a vote on House Bill 567, which would repeal the Missouri Paid Sick Leave Act (or Proposition A). As passed by Missouri...more

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Missouri Lawmakers Vote to Repeal Paid Sick Leave: What Employers Need to Know

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Just weeks after a new earned sick leave law took effect, Missouri lawmakers voted Wednesday to repeal it – upending compliance plans and raising fresh questions for employers across the state. The state senate repeal measure...more

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Missouri Legislature Passes Bill Repealing Paid Sick Leave Mandate and Amending Minimum Wage Law: What Employers Need to Know

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In the evening hours of May 14, 2025, the Missouri Senate passed House Bill 567 (the Bill) which effectively repeals the requirements of Proposition A. The Senate adopted the House version of the Bill without adding any...more

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