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PAID Back: DOL Revives Voluntary Self-Audit Program

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The U.S. Department of Labor has officially revived its Payroll Audit Independent Determination (PAID) program. Designed to help employers proactively resolve FLSA issues—and now, for the first time, certain FMLA...more

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U.S. Department of Labor Self-Audit PAID Program Returns, Allowing Employers to Identify and Resolve FLSA and FMLA Violations

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The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) announced several self-audit programs to assist employers, unions, and benefit plan officials with voluntarily assessing and correcting their compliance with federal labor laws. One of those...more

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DOL Brings Back Payroll Audit Independent Determination (PAID) Program

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The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) announced on July 24, 2025, the return of its Payroll Audit Independent Determination (PAID) program. The program was initially launched in April 2018 to facilitate early resolution of Fair...more

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WHD Makes it Clear: Double Damages are (Liqui)Dated

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The DOL’s Wage and Hour Division just scrapped its policy of seeking liquidated damages (double damages) in FLSA investigations. Why? Because it probably didn’t have the statutory authority in the first place, and doing so...more

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EntertainHR: Advice from Anora: Classify Correctly!

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I have said it many times – summer is for movies! Blockbusters, indies, and comedies (or whatever films you enjoy) just make a summer night better. Summer is also halfway to the film industry’s most illustrious awards show,...more

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Wage Theft as a Crime: States Escalate Enforcement with Criminal Prosecution

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In a significant shift in labor law enforcement, states and localities across the United States are increasingly treating wage theft not merely as a civil infraction, but as a criminal offense. This trend in certain...more

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The Intersection of FMLA and State Leave Policies: What Employers Need to Know to Ensure Compliance

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Earlier this year, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) issued an opinion letter that addressed the Family and Medical Leave Act’s (FMLA) provision regarding the “substitution” of accrued paid leave and its application to state...more

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U.S. Department of Labor Announces Relaunch & Expansion of Its Opinion Letter Program

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On June 2, 2025, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) announced the relaunching and expansion of its opinion letter program (Program). The Program is designed to help the public understand their compliance obligations through...more

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No such thing as a free lunch (break): Don’t let unclear policies cost you

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Earlier this year, the U.S. Department of Labor filed a lawsuit against a healthcare management company for alleged violations of the Fair Labor Standards Act. The lawsuit claimed that the company improperly deducted 30...more

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Nebraska’s New Sick Leave Law Explained

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On June 4, 2025, Nebraska Governor Jim Pillen signed LB415, which amends the Nebraska Healthy Workplaces and Families Act (“HWFA”). Initially passed via ballot initiative in November 2024, the HWFA mandates paid sick leave...more

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Knowledge Is POWER: Here’s How Philadelphia Businesses Can Comply With The City’s New Employment Protections

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Philadelphia employers now face more investigations and stiffer punishment under a new law the mayor approved last week. The POWER Act, signed on May 27 and taking effect immediately, adds sweeping worker protections...more

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U.S. Department of Labor Expands Opinion Letter Program

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On June 2, 2025, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) expanded its opinion letter program, which should provide guidance on areas handled by multiple enforcement agencies within the DOL. Publication of opinion letters is a...more

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Weddings, Honeymoons, and Milestones: Employer Guidance for Time Off Requests

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For HR leaders and business owners alike, the question is not whether employees will request time off for major life events, but when and how your organization will respond. Weddings, honeymoons, and personal milestones do...more

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Unpaid Internships: The Line Between Learning and Labor

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With warmer days ahead, many individuals are eager to grow their skills and build their resumes. If you’re planning to bring on summer interns, it’s the perfect time for a quick reality check: are your interns a benefit or...more

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Latest Developments from the Connecticut General Assembly: The Labor and Public Employees Committee Has Spoken (Part One)

Prior to its March 25, 2025 deadline, the Connecticut General Assembly’s Labor and Public Employees Committee likely finished up its work for this legislative session and approved a final flurry of bills that would generally...more

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Recent Litigation Emphasizes the Importance of Using Correct COBRA Notices

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In Marrow v. E.R. Carpenter Co., Inc., a former employee filed a proposed class action lawsuit against her employer, claiming that the company’s group health plan failed to provide a proper COBRA election notice. The employee...more

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Illinois Amends ‘One Day Rest In Seven Act’ to Prohibit Employer Retaliation

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Recent amendments to the Illinois One Day Rest In Seven Act (ODRISA) prohibit employers from retaliating against employees and create an enforcement mechanism. The amendments went into effect March 21, 2025. ODRISA requires...more

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New Paycheck Requirements Coming to Ohio in April

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Beginning April 9, 2025, Ohio employers will be legally required to give employees access to their paystubs....more

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Japan Introduces Changes to Child and Family Leave

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On 1 April 2025, several important amendments to Japan’s legislation on childcare leave, caregiver leave, and related measures will come into effect, with other provisions taking effect on 1 October....more

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Unlocking Ohio Pay Stub Transparency: New Requirements Employers Need to Know Before April 2025

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Beginning April 9, 2025, Ohio employers must produce detailed and accurate pay stubs under the new Pay Stub Protection Act (PSPA). Employers must provide employees with a statement, or access to a statement, of the...more

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Time is Money: A Quick Wage-Hour Tip on … DOL Confirms Managers Are Blocked from Tip Pool Even When Working in Non-Supervisory...

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Section 3(m)(2)(B) of the FLSA prohibits employers, including managers or supervisors, from keeping any portion of an employee’s tips. Accordingly, the law has been clear that a manager or supervisor cannot participate in a...more

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Illinois One Day Rest in Seven Act and Meal Break Law: How Employers Can Protect Themselves

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Real World Impact: A recent increase in complaints under the Illinois One Day Rest in Seven Act (ODRISA) highlights the necessity for Illinois employers to be familiar with the requirements of this law....more

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The DOL Issues New Guidance On The Relationship Between The FMLA and State Paid Family Medical Leave Programs

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Employers face a complicated patchwork of state, local and federal laws governing time off for family and medical reasons. The intersection of these often-overlapping laws creates numerous issues including how to handle time...more

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The DOL Publishes Best Practices That Employers Can Follow to Decrease the Legal Risks Associated With Using AI in Employment...

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On 16 October 2024, the Department of Labor (DOL) published a comprehensive guidance regarding the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools in employment....more

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DOL Issues Guidance on AI and Worker Well-Being Best Practices

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On October 16, 2024, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) published Artificial Intelligence and Worker Well-Being: Principles and Best Practices for Developers and Employers. This document expands upon guidance released in...more

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