Nov 24, 2023 | Compliance
Small and midsize business owners take note of a recent case that underscores the importance of respecting employee rights and ensuring a safe workplace. The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) has secured a consent judgment in federal court, requiring a former dog daycare...
Nov 24, 2023 | Compliance
In a recent case against a major truckload carrier, a jury awarded a staggering $36,075,000 in favor of the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC). The case involved disability discrimination claims against a trucking company, sending a powerful message...
Nov 23, 2023 | Compliance
In a recent case brought forth by the U.S. Department of Labor’s Wage and Hour Division, a New York property management company has agreed to pay a substantial sum to address several employment law violations. This incident serves as a noteworthy reminder of the...
Nov 22, 2023 | Compliance
In a recent federal investigation, the U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has brought to light the severe consequences of workplace safety violations. The investigation centers around an incident that occurred in May...
Nov 21, 2023 | Compliance
Small and midsize business owners, take heed: the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) recently cracked down on an Orlando-based franchisee of the renowned Pizza chain. The DOL’s Wage and Hour Division unearthed egregious violations of employment laws that resulted in...
Nov 20, 2023 | Compliance
FEDERAL UPDATES IRS – Benefit Plan Limits Increase in 2024: The IRS just announced increases in annual limits and phase-outs of deductions for retirement and other benefit plans for 2024. Some of the highlights include: increasing 401(k) limits from $22,500 to...
