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Fourth Circuit’s Steadfast ruling clarifies independent contractor status

The majority of a three-judge panel of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit has upheld a finding that a medical staffing agency misclassified approximately 1,100 nurses as independent contractors and owed them...more

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Trucking Companies Face Growing Wage & Hour Class Action Risks

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Are you a trucking company? If so, you may be exposed to class action lawsuits for minimum wage, break time, and overtime violations. Trucking companies are essential to our national economy and security. However, trucking...more

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July 2025 Labor and Employment Law Update

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Although developments at the federal level are getting most of the headlines, New Jersey employers should continue to monitor legislative developments coming out of Trenton since most federal law changes are not usurping or...more

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Home Improvement and Legal Services Industries Under Attack for Independent Contractor Misclassification Claims: June 2025 IC...

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Last month, there were only a couple of legal developments in the area of independent contractor (IC) compliance and misclassification, but they were significant because two more industries — home improvement and legal...more

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DOL Signals Changes to Independent Contractor Rule

On May 1, 2025, the United States Department of Labor (DOL) Wage and Hour Division (WHD) issued a Field Assistance Bulletin, announcing that it will no longer enforce a 2024 Biden-era independent contractor rule under the...more

Parker Poe Adams & Bernstein LLP

DOL Announces Abandonment of Independent Contractor Rule

In 2024, the Department of Labor adopted regulations limiting the definition of independent contractors exempt from the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act’s overtime and minimum wage requirements....more

Littler

Policy Week in Review – May 2025

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U.S. DOL Pauses Enforcement of Biden-era Independent Contractor Rule  - On April 29, the U.S. Department of Labor issued a press release announcing new guidance on how to determine employee or independent contractor...more

Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP

Trump’s Pick for Chief Legal Officer May Signal More Changes for DOL

This week President Donald Trump nominated attorney Jonathan Berry to be the next solicitor of the Department of Labor (DOL). Berry worked in the department during the first Trump administration, and he was the sole author of...more

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New York State’s Fashion Workers Act Effective Summer 2025

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Governor Hochul signed legislation titled the “New York State Fashion Workers Act” (the “Act”), which has a widespread impact on the modeling industry as it relates to compensation, contractual restrictions, and other...more

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Key Employment Law Issues Employers Need to Watch in 2025

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As the United States enters a new administration, changes in workplace regulations and enforcement priorities are on the horizon. For employers, this means staying prepared for potential shifts in federal policies, heightened...more

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Top Wage and Hour Predictions for Employers in 2025

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Our Wage and Hour Practice Group thought leaders have pulled together their top predictions for the new year so that employers can get a running start to 2025....more

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Five Predictions for President Trump’s Second Administration: Employment and Labor

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Looking toward a second administration under President-elect Trump, we anticipate a shift toward more employer-friendly labor policies and away from interpretations of law that afforded more expansive protections to...more

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Wage and Hour Officials Focus on Healthcare Employers in Southeastern U.S. – 5 Tips to Avoid Trouble

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Federal wage and hour officials have trained their attention on healthcare employers in the Southeastern United States – and we expect this scrutiny to continue into the new year. The past year alone saw the Department of...more

Brooks Pierce

Counting Down to the New Year: Ten “Need-to-Know” Labor and Employment Developments of 2024

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2024 was yet another active year in the labor and employment landscape. While 2025 and the new administration could bring any number of changes to workplace laws and enforcement, the timing and extent of such changes is...more

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The 7 Biggest Things Retailer Employers Need to Pay Attention to During the Busy Holiday Season

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The holiday season is a whirlwind for retailers: packed stores, long hours, and the need for extra hands to meet demand. While your focus often centers on sales and customer satisfaction, ensuring compliance with employment...more

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Trump Shocks Employers by Tapping Chavez-DeRemer for Secretary of Labor: The 10 Things Employers Can Expect

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President-elect Trump surprised the business community on Friday night when he announced Lori Chavez-DeRemer as his nominee to lead the U.S. Department of Labor. Her selection was met by skepticism by some in the employer...more

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From the White House to the Workplace: How Trump's 2024 Victory Could Reshape Labor and Employment Laws

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America has made it across the finish line for the 47th time: Donald Trump has been elected the country's new president. The 2024 presidential election is set to have far-reaching implications for both employers and...more

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Top 10 Workplace Law Developments To Expect Under President Trump

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Now that we know Donald Trump will return to the White House as President, it’s time for employers to take a look at what they might expect during his second term in office. We have gathered insights from some of our firm’s...more

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Anticipating A Swing In The Pendulum: A Preview Of Workplace Law Considerations Ahead Of The 2024 Election

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On November 5, 2024, voters will decide the presidential election, and on January 20, 2025, the new president will be inaugurated. Voters will also decide which party will retain control of the House and Senate, a rare...more

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The Newest Wage Hour Risk in Connecticut: Election Poll Workers

A new Connecticut law went into effect this year creating early voting procedures for the first time in Connecticut.  The law, Connecticut General Statutes § 9-163aa, provides that before each election, a period of early...more

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District of Columbia AG Secures Record $3.75 Million Wage-Theft Settlement

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District of Columbia AG Brian Schwalb settled with contractors Power Design, Inc. (PDI) and John Moriarty & Associates of Virginia, LLC (JMA), along with multiple labor subcontractors, to resolve allegations that the...more

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SCOTUS to Ponder Proof in Wage Misclassification Case: 5 Steps for Employers to Comply with Overtime Exemption Rules

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What evidence does an employer need to show a court to prove it correctly classified employees as exempt from minimum wage and overtime pay? The Supreme Court announced on June 17 that it will address a disagreement among...more

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Rhode Island Legislative Update 2024: New Laws on Leave Entitlements, Minimum Wage Exemptions, and Arbitration Agreements

The Rhode Island General Assembly was active during the 2024 legislative session, passing several bills that impact employers and their business practices. Here is a summary of the new laws Rhode Island employers may need to...more

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Workplace Law Update: 10 Essential Items on Your July To-Do List

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It’s hard to keep up with all the recent changes to labor and employment law, especially since the law always seems to evolve at a rapid pace. In order to ensure you stay on top of the latest changes and have an action plan...more

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July is Still the New January! Littler’s Workplace Policy Institute’s Mid-Year Legislative Report

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Hot off the press – here is Littler’s mid-year report!  As federal regulators, states and cities continue to pass new workplace regulations through the calendar year, we summarize each state’s notable labor and employment law...more

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