Businesses concerned the uncertain economy will adversely impact their businesses should act early to evaluate their existing worker classification and other employment practices for opportunities to manage costs and promote efficiency.  For... Read more »

Technology is rapidly changing the landscape of today's workplace. One of the biggest changes taking place is how and where work gets done.  I'm talking of course about telecommuting - the practice... Read more »

What is an exit interview? Exit interviews are individual meetings to question departing employees about their reason for leaving as well as their attitudes and observations about the company. These interviews are conducted in a... Read more »

U.S. businesses employing 15 or more employees should brace themselves to face new challenges in defending themselves against employment disability claims.  The ADA Amendments Act of 2008 (the “Act”) awaiting signature by... Read more »

For many of us, summer will always seem like the time to relax, be more casual, and, of course, take vacations. But transferring the spirit of summer to the workplace always raises a number... Read more »

With some exceptions, both hourly and non-exempt salaried employees are entitled to overtime pay at a rate of one and one-half the regular rate of pay for all hours actually worked over... Read more »

Your company's record keeping and document retention practices will often be the difference between winning and losing a lawsuit. Over the years I have seen a variety of areas where employers and... Read more »

In a decision that could lead to significant litigation cost savings for employers, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 10th Circuit endorsed the fluctuating workweek method of calculating back pay awards for misclassified salaried... Read more »

Any company can be targeted for a donning and doffing lawsuits as long as its employees wear uniforms or protective gear, or spend pre- or post-shift time performing a task like booting up a... Read more »