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Recent changes to federal labor laws are set to significantly impact the landscape of overtime eligibility for salaried employees across the United States. On April 23, 2024, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) released its final ruling on updating the minimum salary requirements for overtime exemptions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). Key Takeaways: …

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Recently, President Biden declared that the COVID-19 Public Health Emergency and which has been in effect since March 2020, will come to an end on May 11, 2023. The related National Emergency ended on April 10, after a bipartisan congressional resolution was signed to bring it to a close after three years — weeks before …

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Since the pandemic, companies have dealt with the complexities of employment law related to remote and hybrid workers. It’s estimated that as of 2022, 26% of employees in the United States work remotely, and it’s projected that the number will reach 36.2 million by 2025. During the pandemic, 40% of workers reported being more productive …

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Employment laws and regulations are constantly changing, which means the struggle to stay compliant is never-ending. While many prospects can see the challenges of staying abreast of compliance regulations; the struggle is larger for employers. With a multitude of laws, rules, and regulations to comply with and employees that must be managed, staying on top …

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Remote work is the norm now, and it appears poised to remain the case for the foreseeable future. Still, employers continue to have a hard time adapting their workplace policies and solutions to the new reality. Find out all you need to know about remote work compliance, recruitment compliance, and employer responsibilities for remote workers. …

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What do you need to do to ensure compliance? 4 things every employer must do as business re-opens and employees return to the work premises.