The Third Circuit ruled that deducting PTO for failing to meet productivity goals does not violate the FLSA, as PTO is considered a fringe benefit.
Category: Labor and Employment Law
Time is Money: Facing Wage and Hour Issues — DOL’s Clarification of Remote Worker Wage and Hour Rules
On February 9, 2023, the Department of Labor clarified compensable time for nonexempt remote workers. It includes active work, waiting, and breaks. Remote workers impact FMLA employee thresholds and pose administrative challenges. Employers must establish clear policies.
Time is Money: Facing Wage and Hour Issues—Misclassifying Independent Contractors: Are You My Employee?
The law firm is urging ExxonMobil employees to join a lawsuit about misclassified independent contractors. Federal agencies are cracking down.
Weeding Out: Drug Testing Woes
With marijuana's legal acceptance, workplace drug testing faces complexities. Consider local laws, industry regulations, safety, discrimination, and labor market impact when revising policies. Legal counsel can provide valuable guidance.
NLRB — Employer Surveillance During Remote Work May Violate Employee Rights
The NLRB warns that increased employer surveillance during remote work may violate employees' rights, requiring careful review and disclosure.
New-ish Test for Worker Classification under the FLSA
The US Department of Labor proposed new rules for determining worker status, focusing on economic realities and six key factors.
How Do You Protect Your Business from a Department of Labor Audit? Do One Yourself
The Department of Labor seeks increased funding and employees for expanded enforcement in fiscal year 2022, prompting businesses to audit practices.
Weeding Out: A Series on Marijuana in the Workplace
The legal status of marijuana poses challenges for employers, but potential reforms could impact workplace policies soon.
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