I recently authored an article for BenefitsPRO examining the status of pharmacy benefit manager (PBM) regulation in the states. While benefits professionals have seen the cost of prescription drugs rise, there is a lack of consensus as to what exactly
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Federal Judge Strikes Down Increased FLSA Salary Basis Threshold
A federal judge in Texas recently ruled that the Department of Labor (DOL) did not have the authority to increase the salary basis threshold for the so-called “white-collar” exemptions from overtime. This ruling means that the new rule has been
NLRB Releases Two Major Decisions Less Than a Week Apart
The National Labor Relations Board (NLRB or Board) recently issued two rulings that caused a seismic shift in what is permissible employer conduct during a union organizational campaign. While there is uncertainty about the longevity of these rulings with an
Use of AI in Human Resources
We recently authored an article for HR.com’s HR Legal & Compliance Excellence magazine examining the role of artificial intelligence (AI) in human resources and considerations employers should watch for when adopting AI technology.
Why Employee Handbooks Still Matter and Where They Can Go Wrong
Employee handbooks might seem like routine HR paperwork, but they continue to play a critical role in protecting employers if they’re done right.
Legal Risks Associated with Employee Handbooks
I recently discussed the use of employee handbooks and provided insight on how employers can avoid legal risks.
Insight for Law360 on Rideshare Wage Actions
I was quoted in an article on Law360 Employment Authority examining state attorneys general lawsuits against rideshare companies Uber and Lyft regarding worker classifications. The story follows the one-year anniversary of a $328 million settlement reached with both companies in
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False Claims Act Application in Nevada Worker Classification Fight Against Lyft
I provided insight for a Bloomberg Law article on the False Claims Act allegations brought against Lyft in a worker classification suit. A recent Nevada lawsuit claims Lyft misclassified drivers as independent contractors and defrauded the government. The lawsuit claims
2024 ERISA Welfare Plan Automatic Participant Disclosures Checklist
We recognize that many companies sponsor ERISA welfare benefit plans and will soon be undergoing their open enrollment process and issuing related participant communications. To assist with that process, we have prepared an Automatic Participant Disclosures Checklist for use during