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Regulations Impacting Your Day-to-Day Operations in California in 2025
Major Employment Law Updates in California for 2025 Series In 2025, a number of new laws are set to take effect in California. From whistleblower protection to prohibitions about captive audience meetings, California’s new rules will impact your company’s day-to-day...
Regulations Impacting Your Day-to-Day Operations in California in 2025
Major Employment Law Updates in California for 2025 Series In 2025, a number of new laws are set to take effect in California. From whistleblower protection to prohibitions about captive audience meetings, California’s new rules will impact your company’s day-to-day...
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The Benefits and Risks of Creating an S Corp
In the United States, there are four key types of business formations. Typically, businesses tend to be organized as corporations, sole proprietorships, limited liability companies (LLCs), or partnerships. However, there are also subtypes within each of these...
Why Small Businesses Should Consider On-Demand Pay Solutions
In the ever-evolving landscape of employee benefits and compensation, small businesses are continually seeking innovative solutions to attract and retain top talent. One such solution gaining traction is on-demand pay, a transformative concept that goes beyond...
DOL Fines Contractor $360,000 for Wage And Retaliation Violations
A recent case brought by the Department of Labor serves as a stark reminder to Business owners regarding the severe consequences of violating employment laws. A framing contractor, faced significant penalties totaling $360,000 due to wage and retaliation violations...
Attracting Investors: Navigating Equity Financing for Small Businesses
Securing essential capital is a constant challenge for small business owners. Equity financing can be a game-changing solution. In this article, we'll guide small business owners on how to attract investors, navigate the legal considerations involved, and structure...
EEOC Files Lawsuit Against Restaurant for Sexual Orientation Discrimination and Retaliation
The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has brought forth a lawsuit against a restaurant in Tennessee, alleging violations of federal law about sexual orientation discrimination and retaliation against an employee. The lawsuit asserts that the...
The State Mandate Dilemma: Balancing Employee Benefits and Affordability
As states increasingly roll out mandates requiring businesses to offer retirement plans, a dilemma emerges for both employers and employees. While these mandates are designed to bolster the long-term financial security of workers, they also present challenges,...
Security Business Sued by EEOC For Religious Discrimination
The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has taken legal action against a security business for alleged religious discrimination against a Muslim employee. The case highlights the obligation of businesses to accommodate religious practices in the...
Shipping Company Settles Race-Based Hiring Allegations, Paying $1,590,000 in Back Wages
The U.S. Department of Labor’s Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs recently settled with a shipping company following allegations of race-based hiring discrimination across five of its facilities. This conciliation agreement includes a substantial payment...
Citing Legal Challenges, Labor Board Extends Effective Date of Joint-Employer Rule
By John D. Prendergast with Jackson Lewis P.C. The National Labor Relations Board has announced that the effective date of its new “joint employer” final rule is postponed by two months. The announcement coincides with several legal challenges to the rule, previously...
Contractor Pays $43,901 to Settle Retaliation Case for FLSA Violations
Recently, a construction contractor, faced significant penalties after an investigation by the Wage and Hour Division of the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) revealed unlawful termination of an employee. The incident occurred in March 2023 at the company's site in...
When to Conduct a Performance Review
Annual performance reviews are a crucial component of employee development and organizational success. They provide an opportunity for HR managers to assess individual contributions, set goals, and foster open communication. However, determining the right time to...
The Impact of Earned Wage Access on Employee Productivity
In the fast-paced world of business, where the well-being and productivity of employees are paramount, innovative solutions are constantly sought. One such solution gaining prominence is earned wage access (EWA), a revolutionary concept reshaping traditional payroll...
Fast-Food Restaurant Agrees to $400,000 Settlement in EEOC Sexual Harassment Lawsuit
In a recent development, a popular fast-food restaurant has reached a settlement of $400,000 with three former crew members to resolve a sexual harassment lawsuit filed by the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC). The federal agency accused the...
Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Business to Pay $100,000 in Back Wages and Interest Following Race-Based Hiring Discrimination
The U.S. Department of Labor’s Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs recently agreed with an air conditioning and refrigeration business to address allegations of race-based hiring discrimination. This conciliation follows a compliance review revealing...
Unleash Your Line of Credit: A Flexible Financing Solution
Small businesses often need flexible financing options to navigate the ups and downs of their operations. A line of credit is one such solution that offers versatility and can be a valuable asset for your business. In this article, we will delve into the concept of a...
Roofing Contractor Fined $132,593 for OSHA Violations
In the bustling landscape of business operations, ensuring workplace safety remains a critical priority. Recent events, such as the case involving a roofing contractor, highlight the ramifications of neglecting safety protocols. The U.S. Department of Labor's...
DOL Recovers $105,000 in Unpaid Wages and Damages After Restaurant Investigation
Recent enforcement actions by the Department of Labor serve as a stark reminder to business owners regarding the severe penalties for violating employment laws. A restaurant, faced significant financial repercussions totaling $105,286 after an investigation uncovered...
Tax Credits and 401(k): Making Retirement Plans Affordable for Small Businesses
In the ever-evolving landscape of business and finance, small business owners find themselves at the intersection of opportunity and challenge. However, a recent development has brought a ray of financial sunshine for these enterprises, particularly in the realm of...
EEOC Lawsuit Highlights Retailer’s Failure to Accommodate Employees with Disabilities
In a recent legal development, a multinational retailer is facing charges filed by the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) for violating federal law by failing to provide effective communication means for two employees with disabilities. This case...
Construction Contractor Fined $59,153 Following OSHA Investigation
Tragedy struck at John F. Kennedy International Airport in Queens, New York, when two employees of a water and sewer line construction contractor, lost their lives on April 3, 2023. A trench collapse claimed the lives of these workers, a devastating incident that a...
Uniform Rental Company to Pay $226,341 in Back Pay and Interest for Gender-Based Discrimination
The U.S. Department of Labor’s Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs recently closed an agreement with a uniform rental company to address alleged gender-based pay discrepancies at one of its location. This conciliation deal involves substantial back pay and...
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