Written by: Sean Williamson On September 22, 2020, the Department of Labor (“DOL”) issued a proposed rule that attempts to clarify the distinction between employees covered by the Fair Labor Standards Act (“FLSA”) and independent contractors. The FLSA requires covered
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DOL Issues Proposed Rule Clarifying Distinction Between Employees and Independent Contractors Under the FLSA
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Written by: Sean Williamson On September 22, 2020, the Department of Labor (“DOL”) issued a proposed rule that attempts to clarify the distinction between employees covered by the Fair Labor Standards Act (“FLSA”) and independent contractors. The FLSA requires covered…
DOL Issues Guidance on Tracking Remote Work Hours and Childcare Leave Eligibility on Child’s Remote Learning Days
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by Daniel Reed The Department of Labor (“DOL”) recently provided clarity on issues related to remote work and remote learning. Reasonable Diligence in Tracking Remote Work Employee Hours The DOL issued guidance on employers’ obligation to track the work hours…
DOL Issues Guidance on Tracking Remote Work Hours and Childcare Leave Eligibility on Child’s Remote Learning Days
By WyattLLP
by Daniel Reed The Department of Labor (“DOL”) recently provided clarity on issues related to remote work and remote learning. Reasonable Diligence in Tracking Remote Work Employee Hours The DOL issued guidance on employers’ obligation to track the work hours…
Can Employers Limit Off-Duty Activities and Travel During the COVID-19 Pandemic?
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Written by: Meredith L. Eason Most employers have implemented new policies to comply with OSHA’s requirement to provide a safe workplace and to limit the spread of COVID-19. These new policies typically include enhanced cleaning procedures, facemask and social distancing…
Can Employers Limit Off-Duty Activities and Travel During the COVID-19 Pandemic?
By WyattLLP
Written by: Meredith L. Eason Most employers have implemented new policies to comply with OSHA’s requirement to provide a safe workplace and to limit the spread of COVID-19. These new policies typically include enhanced cleaning procedures, facemask and social distancing…
Two New Orders Issued by the Supreme Court of Kentucky
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Written by: Marianna Michael On July 27, 2020, the Supreme Court of Kentucky entered two new orders to provide continuing guidance on the functions of courts during COVID-19. The first order, Administrative Order 2020-55, replaces Administrative Orders 2020-42 and 2020-47…
Two New Orders Issued by the Supreme Court of Kentucky
By WyattLLP
Written by: Marianna Michael On July 27, 2020, the Supreme Court of Kentucky entered two new orders to provide continuing guidance on the functions of courts during COVID-19. The first order, Administrative Order 2020-55, replaces Administrative Orders 2020-42 and 2020-47…
DOL Offers Guidance on Retail Exemptions
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Written by: Marianna Michael In three recent letters, the Department of Labor (“DOL”) offered guidance on the outside sales exemption and the retail or service establishment exemption. An employer qualifies for the outside sales exemption if its employee’s: (i) primary…
DOL Offers Guidance on Retail Exemptions
By WyattLLP
Written by: Marianna Michael In three recent letters, the Department of Labor (“DOL”) offered guidance on the outside sales exemption and the retail or service establishment exemption. An employer qualifies for the outside sales exemption if its employee’s: (i) primary…