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WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Labor has issued four new opinion letters interpreting federal wage-and-hour law, providing guidance on overtime eligibility, bonus calculations, meal-break compensation, and pre-shift work …
Labor Department Issues Wage-and-Hour Guidance on Overtime, Bonuses Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Labor delivered a one-two punch for American workers this past week, announcing the recovery of more than $259 million in stolen wages for …
Labor’s $259M Payday and a Maritime Rebuild Ignite Trump’s Worker Push Read More WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Labor unveiled a flurry of policy updates last week against the backdrop of a tightening labor market, including eased jobless claims, new benefit …
Jobless Claims Drop, New Labor Rules and Training Deals Hit as DOL Unveils Payroll and Benefits Updates Read More WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Labor last week announced a series of actions ranging from new training for federal contractors to major enforcement initiatives aimed at protecting workers’ …
Labor Dept. Targets Unsafe Jobs, Visa Abuse, and Job Losses in Sweeping Actions Read More WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Labor’s Wage and Hour Division has issued Field Assistance Bulletin (FAB) 2025-3, clarifying that it will no longer seek or collect liquidated damages …
Department of Labor Ends Liquidated Damages in Administrative Proceedings Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Labor’s Wage and Hour Division announced a suspension of enforcement regarding the Biden Administration’s 2024 farmworker rule. The decision aims to provide clarity and …
Labor Department Halts Enforcement of 2024 Farmworker Rule Amid Legal Challenges Read More