The Department of Labor (“DOL”) recently released its final rule on tip regulations under the Fair Labor Standards Act (“FLSA”), providing clarity...
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Posting Required Notices for Remote Employees
On December 23, 2020, the Department of Labor released guidance regarding whether forms of electronic notice will satisfy an employer’s requirement...
School Schedules and Leaves
The U.S. Department of Labor (“DOL”) has been updating its Questions and Answers ("Q&A") clarifying the Families First Coronavirus Response Act...
Remote Working – New DOL Rules
On August 24, 2020, the U.S. Department of Labor (“DOL”) clarified an employer’s obligation to track employee’s remote, compensable hours, even if...
FFCRA Changes
In a case brought by New York Attorney General Letitia James against the federal Department of Labor (DOL), the State of New York argued that four...
FMLA – New Forms
The U.S. Department of Labor has released new Family Medical Leave Act forms that are designed to simplify the process for employers. Many of the...
Department of Labor COVID-19 Question and Answers
This week the U.S. Department of Labor issued questions and answers on key laws that affect employers and employees alike. The purpose of these...
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...
FLSA Overtime Exemption Update
Starting January 1, 2020, the United State Department of Labor’s (“DOL”) new overtime regulations under the Fair Labor Standards Act (“FLSA”) will...
Commissioned Employees – What Employers Need to Know
As discussed in a prior newsletter article, employers are required to satisfy the New York minimum wage and overtime laws as well as the federal...