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The Wage and Hour Division of the Department of Labor published its Final Rule regarding the tip credit and ownership of tips. It published the Final Rule without a notice and comment period. As such, it takes effect immediately. The … Continue reading →

Does your company have an employee handbook? Does the handbook accurately reflect the company’s business and needs? Does it comply with recent amendments to federal employment laws such as the Americans with Disabilities Act and Family and Medical Leave Act, … Continue reading →

The latest from Congress: The 2010 Durbin Amendment made the reforms necessary to curb the excessive swipe fees charged when guests use a debit card.  Those reforms are at risk as the banks and debit card companies seek to kill … Continue reading →

The Department of Labor has trained its “wage and hour investigators” and, in the words of Secretary of Labor Hilda Solis “We will not rest until the law is followed by every employer, and each worker is treated and compensated … Continue reading →

After saying “no mas” last season and trading Cliff Lee and Victor Martinez, the Tribe starts anew today in their home opener against the White Sox.  There is some reason for optimisim with solid younger players like Masterson, Carlos Santana, Carlos Carrasco and, … Continue reading →

 The new 1099 information-reporting mandate which was passed as part of the health care reform bill is one step closer to being repealed.  The House could take up the bill to repeal the mandate in March 2011.  The law requires … Continue reading →

In April 2010, the Department of Labor announced its “Plan, Prevent, Protect” initiative.  The DOL is considering new recordkeeping rules to require employers to provide wage statements to employees, as well as requiring employers to notify workers whether they’re employees … Continue reading →

Hello and welcome to my corner! I’ve created this blog to post updates about new legislation (and how it affects you and your business), as well as timely legal tips. Stay tuned! This update has been prepared for informational purposes … Continue reading →