Which WHD Law Did You Break Today?

Which WHD Law Did You Break Today?

Many business owners who have been penalized for labor law violations never realized they were noncompliant. But we all know that ignorance is no excuse. Here are common FLSA violations to avoid: 1. Misclassifying EmployeesAny employer who fails to follow DOL rules regarding classification is risking significant penalties. Employee classification affects a host of things including benefits [...]
Opening a Location in Another State? Pay Attention to Differences in Workplace Laws

How a Time Card Goof-up Can Cost You $30,000

Bobbi Best owns Blondies' Bistro in Grants Pass, Oregon. In December 2015, a man named Martin Robinson applied for a cook's position. In the restaurant industry, it is customary for job seekers to display cooking expertise in a "working interview." As Best had routinely done with previous job aspirants, she asked Robinson to sign a [...]
Multi-Million Dollar Companies’ FLSA Violations

Multi-Million Dollar Companies’ FLSA Violations

Learning from your own mistakes is a good thing, but it's even better to learn from someone else's and avoid them entirely. Today's message is a cautionary tale citing wage and hour violations made by multi-million dollar organizations. FLSA infractions committed repeatedly by large business owners can rack up staggering fines. Consider the following: Fed [...]
Important Notice for Employers: FLSA Final Rule Postponed

Important Notice for Employers: FLSA Final Rule Postponed

The DOL's change to the overtime exemption limit (called the "Final Rule") has been put on hold by U.S. District Judge Amos L. Mazzant in the Eastern District of Texas. The injunction applies to all U.S. businesses, many of whom have already adjusted salary levels to meet the new requirement. The ruling postpones the enforcement [...]