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Employer brings in priest to hear ‘confessions’ of workers who cooperated with DOL: $145K FLSA payout

Carol Warner
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For nearly two decades, Carol Warner has analyzed the legal and financial realities behind workplace decisions, covering employment law, benefits, payroll and HR technology. She translates complex legal updates, regulatory shifts and vendor claims into plain language that HR teams can act on. Her focus is simple: What does this mean for employers, and what should they do next? Connect with her on LinkedIn.

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Last Updated: July 13, 2023
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