California Meal Break Update
California meal break laws are among the nation’s most complex and demanding. Although several recent changes provide more flexibility, employees are still entitled to meal breaks that are at least…
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The Basics of Meal and Break Laws
Let’s breakdown the break laws into its three components: Federal law Distinction between break and meal State requirements Isn’t Every Employer Required to Give Every Employee a Coffee Break (even…
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HR Talk: Bulletin Boards
Bulletin boards are essential for the workplace—but when was the last time you really used yours? If you’re having trouble answering this question—or if the cobwebs hanging from the board…
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Comply With Federal Laws with Prominent Hand Washing Posters at Your Workplace
Good health and hygiene are extremely important, especially if your business is related to the healthcare or hospitality industry. There are several state and federal requirements that need to be…
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New Maryland Break Law
The Maryland Healthy Retail Employee Act is the state’s first law requiring meal and rest breaks for workers in certain occupations. The law went into effect on March 1, 2011…
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Parental Discrimination Laws
A recent Chicago case underscores the need for every employer to be familiar with local anti-discrimination ordinances, as well as state and federal law. An Illinois employer was recently…
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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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