Minimum Wage, Employer Responsibilities, Penalties

Legislation Grants Authority to California Labor Commissioner to Enforce Labor Code Provisions Related to Gratuities

Jackson Lewis P.C. on 7/31/2025

California Governor Newsom recently signed Senate Bill (SB) 648, which authorizes the state’s Labor Commissioner to investigate and issue a citation or file a civil action for gratuities taken or withheld in violation of the...more

Washington State Sees Surge in Wage-and-Hour Class Actions

Fox Rothschild LLP on 7/16/2025

Washington employers are experiencing a significant rise in wage-and-hour class action lawsuits, a trend that has accelerated with the recent entry of several California-based law firms into the state. These firms,...more

Recent Amendments to Rhode Island Employment Laws Require Employer Action

Morgan, Brown & Joy, LLP on 7/15/2025

The Rhode Island General Assembly recently enacted several amendments to existing employment laws that will impact employers immediately and into 2026. These changes include expanded anti-discrimination protections, new...more

Service Charges vs. Tips: Ensuring Legal Compliance in New York Restaurants

Davidoff Hutcher & Citron LLP on 6/20/2025

Understanding the difference between service charges and tips is critical for New York restaurant owners to remain compliant with state and federal labor laws. Misclassifying these charges can lead to legal disputes,...more

Knowledge [Literally] Pays: Important Considerations for Massachusetts Employers

Fox Rothschild LLP on 5/28/2025

Massachusetts is one of the most employee-friendly states in the nation when it comes to wage-and-hour laws. While the federal minimum wage is only $7.25 per hour, Massachusetts currently requires most employers to pay a...more

Wage Dispute Danger: What Employers Must Keep in Mind

Miles Mediation & Arbitration on 4/22/2025

In my 20+ years as a management-side employment lawyer, I used to receive calls about all kinds of workplace situations, but there is one category that still gives me nightmares. “Hi Steve. Long time, no talk. The reason I’m...more

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