Michigan Smoking Ban Regulations
Smoking will be prohibited in all public places and indoor workplaces including restaurants, hotels and bars under the Michigan Smoking Ban. Under the law, the “workplace” is defined as any…
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Wyoming’s (WY) Minimum Wage Requirements
Wyoming employers need to be aware of recent changes in the federal minimum wage. Although the Wyoming minimum wage is currently $5.15 per hour, most employees are entitled to…
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New Illinois Sexual Harassment Law
Employers in Illinois need to be aware of a new ruling that holds them liable for the conduct of any supervisor towards any employee – especially in regards to sexual…
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New Oregon Food Server Break Laws
Under new regulations issued by the Oregon BOLI or Bureau of Labor and Industries, food servers can opt to waive their unpaid meal breaks, but not their paid rest breaks.…
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New Oregon Break Rules
The Oregon Bureau of Labor and Industries or BOLI recently issued a new rule clarifying regulations on meal breaks in situations where it is impossible for an employee to be…
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Exempt Employee Furlough and FairPay Regulations
In an effort to reduce costs, many employers are considering furloughs – unpaid leave – for exempt employees. However, furloughs can be a legal minefield, if not handled properly, according…
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Maryland Flexible Leave Act
The Maryland Flexible Leave Act requires employers to allow employees to use “leave with pay” for an illness in the employee’s immediate family. Under this law, “leave with pay”…
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States Require E-Verify
Employers in several states, including Mississippi, Colorado and Arizona, are required by law to use E-Verify to check every new employee’s documentation. In Texas, Hawaii, Michigan and eleven other…
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OSHA Warning on Heat Stress
Although summer doesn’t officially begin until June 21, many parts of the country are already experiencing hot weather. That’s why OSHA urges employers to take steps to prevent heat stress…
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Texas W-4 Forms
Summer’s just around the corner, school’s almost out for the year, and many families across the nation can look forward to settling into a new home before the summer’s over.…
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