Horse Trainer to Pay $205,000 in DOL Penalties

Horse Trainer to Pay $205,000 in DOL Penalties

Small and midsize business owners should be vigilant when it comes to complying with employment laws. A recent case involving a horse training business serves as a stark reminder of the consequences of non-compliance with federal worker programs. The U.S. Department...
HR Compliance Update | October 13, 2023

HR Compliance Update | October 13, 2023

FEDERAL UPDATES Federal Contractors.  The minimum wage for certain federal contractors with contracts entered into, renewed or extended on or after 1/30/22 will increase to $17.20 effective January 1, 2024.  Affected contractors include those with:  Procurement...
Security Business Fined $47,000 in DOL Overtime Violations

Security Business Fined $47,000 in DOL Overtime Violations

Security workers often grapple with challenging tasks while earning a median national wage of just $15.13 per hour. However, for 58 workers in the security industry, justice is on the horizon as the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) steps in to recover their rightful...