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The United States Supreme Court is the highest court of the United States and is charged with interpreting federal law, including the United States Constitution. The Court's docket is largely discretionary... more +
The United States Supreme Court is the highest court of the United States and is charged with interpreting federal law, including the United States Constitution. The Court's docket is largely discretionary with only a limited number of cases granted review each term.  The Court is comprised of one chief justice and eight associate justices, who are nominated by the President and confirmed by the Senate to hold lifetime positions. less -
Constangy, Brooks, Smith & Prophete, LLP

Mid-Year Labor & Employment Law Update: Key Developments and Compliance Strategies

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Recent Supreme Court decisions, bold agency actions, and executive orders from the current administration are creating fresh compliance challenges for employers in 2025. Staying ahead of these changes is critical to...more

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Unanimous Supreme Court Ruling Establishes Lower Bar for Proving Overtime Exemptions Under FLSA

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On January 15, 2025, the Supreme Court unanimously ruled in E.M.D. Sales, Inc. v. Carrera, et al. that the "preponderance of the evidence" standard of proof governs Fair Labor Standards Act ("FLSA") exemption disputes rather...more

Bass, Berry & Sims PLC

Supreme Court Clarifies Employer’s Burden of Proof Standard for Establishing Overtime Exemptions

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A unanimous Supreme Court recently clarified the burden of proof an employer must meet to establish that an employee is exempt from the overtime pay requirements of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). Prior to this decision,...more

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The End of Chevron: Implications for Employers

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On June 28, 2024, in a landmark decision, the United States Supreme Court invalidated the long-standing standard known as the Chevron doctrine in the case of Loper Bright Enterprises v. Raimondo, marking a significant shift...more

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