As COVID-19 spreads across the United States, it is having a profound impact on employment relationships. With the situation changing daily, employers are making decisions that may impact the health of their employees, their...more
3/17/2020
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On March 7, 2019, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) announced its proposed rule to update the Fair Labor Standards Act’s (FLSA) overtime exemptions for executive, administrative and professional workers....more
3/22/2019
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New York City’s Temporary Schedule Change Amendment to the Fair Workweek Law (Int. 1399-A) became effective on July 18, 2018. This article summarizes the amendment as well as guidance with respect to the law published last...more