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Major Change to FLSA Procedure

by Greg Mansell

The Sixth Circuit will determine if a major procedural change is warranted for employees seeking unpaid wages.

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The Best Defense Against FLSA Lawsuits for Unpaid Overtime

by Maureen E. Carr

Six strategies to avoid costly liability.

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Employee vs. Independent Contractor: Which Are You?

by Greg Mansell

The distinction between the two is integral. Misclassifying someone as an independent contractor can have several implications.

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Federal Overtime Rule Injunction Calls for State-Level Attention

by Sebastian Chilco and Rachel Fendell Satinsky

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Brace for Impact

by Ray Young, Jr. and Scott Hetrick

The 2021 independent contractor rule might have major impacts on employers and upend compliance issues, especially as the DOL’s definition of an independent contractor is about to change.

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Wage and Overtime Laws for Truck Drivers

by Greg Mansell

For truck drivers nationwide, underpayment and overtime violations are just the beginning of a long list of problems. Below we explore the wages you are entitled to but may not be receiving.

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IN PARTNERSHIP

Businesses Must Prepare for the New Department of Labor Independent Contractor Rule

by Kirby Black and Steven T. Clark

Two employment law lawyers explain how a new DOL rule making it more likely workers will be classified as employees, rather than independent contractors, has caused legal challenges and prompted businesses to reassess worker status and policies.

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FAQs on the Final Overtime Regulations

by Tracy A. Miller

On March 13, 2014, President Obama signed a presidential memorandum directing the Department to update and modernize the Part 541 regulations.

Biometric Data in the Workplace

by C.R. Wright and Steven Ferenczy

Potential risks and legal considerations.

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Are Uber Drivers Employees or Independent Contractors?

by William W. Hurst

Some Uber drivers earn well below the minimum wage rate per hour.

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"Lawyer of the Year"

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Julie Dunne

Litigation - Labor and Employment

San Diego, CA

2023

Holiday Pay Explained: Federal Rules and Employer Policies

by Bryan Driscoll

Understand how paid holidays work, when employers must follow their policies and when legal guidance may be necessary.

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How College Athletes Will Be Paid Under California’s Fair Pay to Play Act

by Hugh F. Murray III

Another Challenge to NCAA’s Financial Structure

Do You Have a Gap in Your Benefit Eligibility Procedures?

by Tina M. Bengs

Issues Raised by Non-FMLA Reduced Schedules and Leaves of Absence

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DOL Proposes New Overtime Rule and Salary Threshold for Exemption

by Megan Erickson Moritz

The Department of Labor is proposing a hike to the salary threshold requirement for exempted employees.

Evolving Marijuana Laws and the Workplace

by Tess P. Anglin

How can employers enforce statutes that differ from state to state?

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