Recently, the U.S. District Court for the District of Arizona held in Castillo v. Spencer’s Air Conditioning & Appliance, Inc., 2024 WL 706939, that while the question of whether an entity is a joint employer under the Fair Labor Standards
Wage & Hour Developments
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Wage & Hour Developments, published by Perkins Coie LLP, covers legal issues related to wage and hour laws including minimum wage changes, overtime pay, employee classification, and compliance with state and local labor regulations. The blog discusses court rulings affecting wage and hour claims, such as interpretations of the Fair Labor Standards Act and state-specific legislation like California's Proposition 22. It also addresses procedural aspects of labor litigation, including standing in Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA) cases. The blog provides updates on regulatory changes and practical guidance for employers to navigate evolving wage and hour requirements across various jurisdictions.
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New Exceptions to California Fast Food Minimum Wage Law
Assembly Bill 1228 took effect on April 1, 2024, addressing, in part, the California fast food minimum wage law. However, on March 25, 2024, California Governor Gavin Newsom signed Assembly Bill 610 (AB 610), which added exceptions to…
Minimum Wage for Fast Food Workers in California Set for April 1, 2024
As previously reported, California law (AB 1228) will require fast food workers to be paid a minimum of $20 per hour effective April 1, 2024. The Labor Commissioner’s Office has posted a Fast Food Minimum Wage Frequently Asked…
California Launches $18 Million Program Intended for Wage Theft Investigation
The California Department of Industrial Relations (DIR) and the Labor Commissioner’s Office launched a program creating opportunities for local prosecutors to obtain funding for wage theft prosecutions. The program, called the Workers’ Rights Enforcement Grant, will provide eligible prosecutors…
Proposed Rule Would Impose Pay Transparency and Salary History Requirements for Federal Contractors
The Federal Acquisition Regulatory Council issued a Proposed Rule, “Pay Equity and Transparency in Federal Contracting,” on January 30, 2024. The Proposed Rule would amend the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FARs), which apply to federal government commercial contracts to be…
Sick Leave Payout Rule for Washington Construction Workers Takes Effect
Certain construction workers and other employees in the construction industry must be paid the entire balance of accrued and unused paid sick leave if those workers separate from employment before they reach their 90th day of employment. This requirement, effective…
Washington, D.C., Set To Enact Wage Transparency Law
On January 12, 2024, Washington, D.C., joined the growing list of jurisdictions to enact wage transparency legislation when Mayor Muriel Bowser signed the Wage Transparency Omnibus Amendment Act of 2023 (the Act), formerly known as the Pay Scale and Benefits…
Berkeley, California: New Frequently Asked Questions on the Fair Workweek Ordinance
By Perkins Coie
On January 12, 2024, the Berkeley Fair Work Week Ordinance (Ordinance) became operative. As previously described, Berkeley, California, enacted an Ordinance that requires covered employers to provide work schedules to employees at least 14 calendar days in advance of…
The IRS Issues 2024 Optional Standard Mileage Rates
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) issued their 2024 optional standard mileage rates used to calculate the deductible costs of operating an automobile for business, charitable, medical, or moving purposes. The applicable rates are as follows:
- Business use. The rate for
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California Revises Frequently Asked Questions on Paid Sick Leave
The California Department of Industrial Relations (DIR) issued updated responses to frequently asked questions (FAQs) relating to the state’s amended paid sick leave law. As previously reported, California enacted SB 616, which expands the state law with respect to…