The minimum wage in Alaska will increase to $10.34 per hour on January 1, 2021. The change is a result of annual adjustment for inflation. All non-exempt employees must be paid at least the minimum wage per hour. Administrative, Professional, and Executive Exemptions: To be classified ...

The Department of Labor has published a proposed rule that would change the test for determining whether a worker is an employee or independent contractor under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) Background: The Department of Labor (DOL) uses an "economic realities" test to determine ...

Furloughs can be an effective way to cut costs during times of decreased business activity. However, employers should think through the decision carefully with special attention paid to pay, benefits, and other issues. Here are answers to frequently asked questions related to furloughs. Q: What ...

New York City has enacted legislation (Int. No. 2032-A) that amends the city's Earned Safe and Sick Time Act (ESSTA) to better align with the New York State Paid Sick Leave (NYPSL) law. Int. No. 2032-A is effective immediately. Background: Earned Safe and Sick Time Act: New York City's ESSTA ...

Some states regulate the collection, use and disclosure of biometric data, which may include the data collected by finger- or hand-scanning time clocks. The following is a brief description of some of these state laws. Please read on to help ensure that your company is staying ...

The District of Columbia has enacted an emergency ordinance that requires employers with 50-499 employees to provide paid leave to employees impacted by COVID-19. The emergency ordinance also temporarily expands the D.C. Family and Medical Leave Act (DCFMLA). The emergency ordinance took effect ...

A federal district court judge in New York has struck down regulations relating to joint employment under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). Background: Among other things, the FLSA requires employers to pay non-exempt employees at least the minimum wage for each hour worked and overtime ...

Minnesota's minimum wage will increase on January 1, 2021 as a result of an annual adjustment for inflation. Large employers (defined as those with annual gross revenue of $500,000 or more) must pay non-exempt employees in Minnesota at least $10.08 per hour beginning January 1, 2021. The ...

Massachusetts has issued amended regulations implementing the state's paid family and medical leave program. Background: In 2018, Massachusetts enacted legislation that requires all private employers with employees in the state to provide paid family and medical leave (PFML) to eligible ...

Hawaii has enacted legislation (Senate Bill 2193) that shortens the lookback period that's allowed when considering criminal conviction records for employment purposes. Senate Bill 2193 is effective immediately. Background: Under state law, employers may inquire about and consider criminal ...