In recent news, the Department of Labor (DOL) achieved a significant victory in enforcing employment laws, highlighting the importance of compliance for businesses. An HVAC and plumbing business based in Las Vegas, found itself on the wrong side of the law when it...

In the realm of Business, adhering to employment laws and safety regulations is paramount to ensure the well-being of employees and maintain legal compliance. A recent case involving a construction company, sheds light on the severe consequences that can befall...

In the realm of Business, understanding and abiding by employment laws is not just a legal obligation but a fundamental responsibility that every employer must uphold. A recent lawsuit filed by the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) against two restaurants in Michigan...

A contractor located in Georgia, was found guilty of paying affected workers at straight-time rates for all hours worked and employing various illegal payment arrangements to evade paying overtime wages for hours exceeding 40 in a workweek. These workers were employed...

In the realm of Business, understanding and adhering to employment laws is a critical aspect of ensuring a fair and safe working environment for employees. Recent findings from the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) shed light on the importance of compliance and the...

In the world of Business, compliance with employment laws is a critical aspect of running a fair and lawful operation. Recent actions taken by the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) against two plumbing companies in South Carolina underscore the importance of adhering to...

In a tragic incident that took place on March 27, 2023, an 18-year-old employee of a Missouri contractor met with a fatal accident while working on a commercial building’s roof. The young worker, employed by a roofing contractor was applying sealant to the roof when...

A recent federal court ruling in Pennsylvania should serve as a cautionary tale for small and midsize business owners, particularly those in the food service industry. Two pizzerias located in PA, have been ordered to pay a substantial sum of $252,579 in back wages...

Many HIPAA-covered entities and business associates struggle with developing and implementing a sanctions policy. What should it say, is zero-tolerance required, do we have to impose discipline in every case, etc? These are examples of frequent and thorny questions...

A roofing contractor in Ohio is facing a substantial financial penalty of more than $548,000 for recurrently failing to ensure the safety of its employees from hazardous falls. The roofing contractor faced multiple instances of exposing workers to deadly fall hazards...

Small and midsize businesses across the United States share common aspirations—to grow, prosper, and achieve long-term success. Yet, as these enterprises take strides toward expansion, they often encounter distinct milestones that come with their unique set of...

Recently, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) took action to recover $47,000 in back wages and damages for 107 workers employed at a restaurant. This intervention came after investigations unveiled severe violations concerning minimum wage payments and overtime rates. ...

The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) recently secured a significant victory in a case against a home healthcare agency located in the Louisiana area. The agency and its owner were ordered by the U.S. District Court to pay a total of $630,000 in back wages and damages to...

In a recent legal case that should serve as a stark warning to businesses, an Indiana dental practice and one of its human resources managers were ordered by Judge Richard L. Young to pay a terminated employee a total of $22,160 in back wages, liquidated damages, and...

In a concerning development, federal workplace safety inspectors have once again discovered serious safety violations by a roofing contractor based in Pennsylvania. This time, the violations occurred while employees were working on the roof of a commercial building....