Nov 19, 2023 | Compliance
In a significant development, a federal investigation has led to the recovery of more than $1.1 million in back wages for 238 employees of a water reclamation company, a Texas-based company. The company involved in providing water reclamation services for the energy...
Nov 18, 2023 | Compliance
By Kevin M. Sibbernsen with Jackson Lewis P.C. Training repayment agreements (TRA) are a tool for retaining employees after they receive employer-paid training. Generally, a TRA requires an employee to repay an employer for the costs of training if the employee leaves...
Nov 17, 2023 | Compliance
In a tragic incident earlier this year, a 19-year-old worker lost their life due to a preventable accident involving a concrete mixer. The U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) conducted an investigation, uncovering...
Nov 16, 2023 | Compliance
In a heartbreaking incident that underscores the critical importance of workplace safety, a recent investigation by the U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) reveals the devastating consequences of failing to follow...
Nov 16, 2023 | Compliance
The world of Human Resources is continually evolving, and one aspect that small and midsize businesses (SMBs) need to be particularly attentive to is the ever-changing landscape of HR laws. This article delves into the dynamic nature of HR regulations, especially at...
Nov 15, 2023 | Compliance
A recent lawsuit filed by the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) highlights the severe repercussions businesses can face when employment laws are violated. In this case, a staffing agency and its owner, based in Michigan, find themselves in the legal crosshairs after...
