For the first time in over 50 years, the U.S. Department of Labor updated its interpretation of “regular rate of pay” under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). The new DOL rule takes effective January 15, 2020. The changes address new, more complicated perks and benefits. These include wellness plans, fitness classes, nutrition classes, and … Read more
On September 24, 2019, the U.S. Department of Labor finalized long-awaited changes to the federal overtime rules. The rules increase the salary requirement for the most common overtime exemptions. The higher threshold applies throughout the United States, but it does not trump most state overtime requirements. New York already has higher salary requirements for most … Read more
On April 18, 2019, I presented a complimentary webinar called “Spring 2019 Employment Law Update.” For those who couldn’t attend the live webinar, I’m happy to make it available for you to watch at your convenience. In the webinar, I discuss: EEO-1 Filing Status Proposed FLSA Regulations NY GENDA & Voting Leave Other New York … Read more