Recent National And Local Headlines About Wage And Hour Law
It can seem very confusing when you realize your employer is unlawfully withholding money from you, but these news stories from around the nation will help you realize you are not alone.
New FLSA Overtime Rules Take Effect December 1, 2016
New FLSA overtime rules will extend overtime protections to 4.2 million American workers, including Indiana and North Carolina employees.
Victory For Cable Installers In Overtime Lawsuit
Cable installers and satellite installers must be paid for all hours worked. Technicians cannot be required to work off the clock or shave hours on time sheets.
Ninth Circuit Decides Tip-Pool Case In Favor of Employees
Employers that require employees to participate in tip-pools violate the FLSA if nontipped employees share in tips.
Employee Or Independent Contractor? You May Be Surprised.
Most workers in the United States should be classified as employees and not independent contractors. The U.S. Department of Labor supports this position.
Supreme Court Sides With Pregnant Employees
Pregnancy discrimination is illegal under Federal and Indiana employment laws.
Court Decision Puts Home Health Workers’ Overtime Pay On Hold
The U.S. Department of Labor’s new regulations for home health care workers have been delayed. The new law required overtime pay for two million employees.
Update: Gold Seal Termite And Pest Control Overtime Lawsuit
Gold Seal Termite And Pest Control Overtime Lawsuit – The Law Office of Robert J. Hunt, LLC
Pay Discrimination Lawsuit Granted Collective Action Status
The lawsuit alleges gender-based pay discrimination, including claims of discriminatory acts in promotions and work assignments against pregnant women and mothers.
Supreme Court Denies Pay For Time Spent In Security Screening
Supreme Court rules employees not entitled to overtime compensation for time spent in forced security screenings.
Attention Chipotle Workers: You May Be Owed Unpaid Overtime
Chipotle employees in Colorado and Minnesota have sued for unpaid overtime. If you have worked off the clock, contact The Law Office of Robert J. Hunt, LLC.
Jacquelyn Barnett V. Board & Rudisell, Inc. d/b/a Siam Square Tip Credit/Minimum Wage Case
Broadway Home Improvement, Inc. d/b/a ABC Hi-Def Communications Overtime Case