News & Opinions
Some People Never Learn
A distressing number of businesses turn right around and commit wage and hour violations – right after they were caught for wage and hour violations. What will it take for them to learn?
3478% ROI? Wow.
The New York City school system achieves incredible ROI on an installation of automated time and attendance. How did they do it?
Irony, Thou Art a Harsh Mistress
If you’re working on a wage and hour lawsuit, what’s the one thing you should probably be extra-careful about, yourself? Think about it…
DOL Getting Smart (Phone)
The U.S. Department of Labor, Wage and Hour Division issue their first smartphone app. Its purpose is to help employees track their work and break time and calculate their pay, making it easier for them to verify their paychecks.
Gratifying to Hear
The city of Tulsa, OK unexpectedly finds itself with an extra $10 million lying around… and what’s the first thing they contemplate doing with the money?
Food For Thought
Wondering if you really need to be concerned about wage and hour compliance? Here are some startling statistics that might help you decide.
DOL to Target Hospitality Industry
The Department of Labor is reportedly going to focus compliance audits on the hospitality industry, starting in October 2010. If you own or manage a hotel, motel or resort, what can and should you do to get ready?
Worker Classification in the News
You’ve probably heard a lot lately about the issue of classification of workers as employees or contractors. The issue has been covered in business publications, newsletters and myriad blog posts. Maybe you’ve been wondering why all the fuss all of a sudden.
Hyperbole in Lawyer Land
Employer-side lawyers are sounding the alarm over the DOL’s recent announcement they’re discontinuing issuing specific Opinion Letters to individual employers. Are their fears justified, or are they fear-mongering to try to drum up business?
