When are meal breaks paid?
In most states, a break that is more than 20 minutes does not need to be paid – UNLESS the employee performs work during the break. A health system in…
Does an employer have to pay an employee for break time?
Yes, if the break is less than 20 minutes. If the break is more than 20 minutes, the employee does not need to be paid, unless the employee performs work…
What is the EEOC's position on transgender individuals in the workplace?
Based on the EEOC's recent lawsuits on behalf of transgender individuals, two principles are clear. First, an employer cannot require a transgender…
What are trending requirements in job postings?
Illinois recently jumped on the bandwagon of states and localities that require pay transparency - including salary ranges and benefits to be posted in…
Is in-person attendance an essential job function under the ADA - even if it wasn't during COVID?
Two appellate courts have answered this question in the affirmative - at least for teachers. In both cases the teachers requested ADA accommodations…
Is a non-unionized employee who voices a complaint during a meeting protected under laws meant to protect unions
The answer has changed over the years - depending on which political party is in power. Recently, the answer became "yes" again, and the facts may…
The U.S. Department of Labor just told my company that it is being investigated for wage and hour violations
I
want to know how this happened and who reported us!!!
Unfortunately, you will not be able to find out. The DOL Fact Sheet #44 – pertaining to visits…
How often does the EEOC actually sue employers?
The EEOC receives and investigates roughly 80,000 thousand complaints of discrimination every year. While it has the power to sue employers, it very…
What is the number one type of complaint that the EEOC receives?
The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) is charged with handling and investigating various types of discrimination complaints, ranging from…
