Server Minimum Wage
Since 1933, the U.S. has observed very strict minimum wage laws. Over the years, there have been many changes to these laws, including the dissolution of the minimum wage, the…
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Minimum Wage Too Low
I found that many people believe that the minimum wage is too low in the U.S. From the time of its implementation in 1933, the minimum wage has been at…
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HIPAA Law
Today, let’s talk about the HIPAA law. The HIPAA law protects employees against discrimination due to medical condition. It also helps ensure continued medical coverage when employees change jobs. Most…
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History of FMLA
Today, let’s look at the history of FMLA. The Family and Medical Leave Act guaranteeing employees unpaid time off for family or medical reasons was passed in 1993. Prior to…
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Vacation Request Forms
Most U.S. employers require that employees schedule vacations in advance using vacation request forms. The form provides an objective record of the dates the employee is requesting off, and when…
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West Virginia (WV) Wage and Hour Laws
The purpose of West Virginia (WV) wage and hour laws is to establish fairness within the labor force. These documents serve as a guide for both employers and employees. According…
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Kentucky Unemployment Insurance
Kentucky Unemployment Insurance law protects employees who are let go or whose hours are reduced through no fault of their own. Benefits can be total or partial, and are paid…
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Washington, D.C. Holiday Pay
As all Americans learn in civics class, Washington, D.C. is the capital of the United States of American. “D.C.” stands for the District of Columbia, which is a federal district…
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Minimum wage in Virgin Islands
The minimum wage in the Virgin Islands has adopted the Federal minimum wage of $5.15 per hour. The state law is $4.65 per hour and pays for premium time over…
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Minimum wage in West Virginia
The minimum wage in West Virginia is $5.85 per hour with overtime payment at a rate of 1 ½ times the regular hourly rate of pay for all hours worked…
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