President Trump’s “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” introduced federal income tax deductions for employees who earn tips and overtime pay. While the...
Employee Benefits
Are Phantom Stock Agreements the Right Incentive Strategy for Your Company?
Attracting and retaining top talent is essential to business success but not every company wants to give away equity to do it. Phantom stock plans...
Why Are Wage and Hour Claims So Prevalent?
Wage and hour claims are at the forefront of many employment disputes. These claims have increased due to the uncertainty that comes with...
Paul Scrom, Partner, was Interviewed by the LA Times
Our Firm’s Partner, Paul Scrom, was recently quoted in an LA Times article, on October 31, 2023, regarding the implications remote employees face...
Remote Work from Around the World
As a result of the Covid-19 pandemic and the ensuing expansion of remote work, many employers who are eager to attract and retain talented employees...
Tri-State Area Implements Retirement Requirements
Over the past few months, the tri-state area has been implementing required retirement programs. Recent developments in New York, New Jersey, and...
Gig Economy in California Retains Status Quo
In the elections held last Tuesday, an important item was on the ballot in California – whether or not to classify ridesharing drivers, like those...
FFCRA FAQs Released
On March 28, 2020, the U.S. Department of Labor (“DOL”) released updated FAQs that provide clarity on the rights and obligations created for...
State and City Governments Respond to Coronavirus
In response to the coronavirus (“COVID-19”) outbreak throughout the country, state and local governments have begun to enact measures to assist...
Employee Handbooks: An Essential Workplace Protection
In the modern workplace, a well-written employee handbook is a necessity for all employers. An employee handbook allows employers to explicitly...