The Department of Labor (DOL) recently issued a Federal Register notice increasing the minimum wage for certain federal contractors. Here are the details contained in the February 9, 2026, notice. First, it’s important to clarify that the rate change applies…
Minimum Wage
If someone qualifies as exempt from the overtime requirements of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), is an exempt classification mandatory? The Department of Labor (DOL) recently confirmed that an exempt classification isn’t a must, even if an employer is…
Many states increased their minimum wage rates on January 1, 2026. Did you catch the changes needed to pay employees accurately? When it comes to compliance, minimum wage is just one of many areas where you'll find differences among states,…
In tough economic times, employees desperate for extra income might say they're willing to forgo overtime pay – but that doesn’t make it legal. A past case out of Ohio shows how even well-intended arrangements can lead to hefty penalties…
Under California law, employers must immediately pay discharged employees all the wages they have earned. Employees who quit without providing prior notice must be paid all wages earned within 72 hours. If at least 72 hours of notice is provided,…
