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Connecticut Supreme Court: Tip Credit Doesn’t Apply to Delivery Drivers
In a decision released on April 4, the Connecticut Supreme Court found that employers cannot take advantage of a “tip credit” for delivery drivers in order to meet the state…
New Hampshire Supreme Court Quickly Disposes of Whistle-Blower Claims
Defeating whistle-blower claims often requires a significant investment of time and resources in protracted litigation. But a recent decision in New Hampshire provides some hope that employers will be able…
Minor League Baseball Players Fight in Court for Better Pay
A group of more than 2,200 former minor leaguers is suing Major League Baseball in an effort to raise their pay
New Jersey Bills Would Provide Employment Protections for Medical Marijuana Patients
Following the lead of several other states, the New Jersey Legislature recently introduced two bills designed to create workplace protections for medical marijuana patients in the state
Candidates Value Flexibility, Employers Seek Cultural Fit
Recruiting potential employees in Canada requires more than the promise of a paycheck, as candidates are seeking perks like flexible hours and the ability to make a positive contribution to…
How to Maximize Job Advertising
Employers can save money and increase their recruitment results by optimizing how job ads are used
Insuring the Health of Employees Traveling Abroad
Many companies lack a solid emergency plan for employees traveling abroad. An HR department may not realize that the company's existing health insurance already covers medical treatment outside the country
California Lawmakers Aim to Implement Overtime Rule Despite Federal Delay
Lawmakers in California have proposed legislation to increase the salary threshold for employees who are exempt from overtime pay to $47,476—the same threshold that was blocked last year at the…
In Focus: DOL Accuses Google of ‘Extreme’ Gender Pay Disparity
The United States Department of Labor (DOL) told a judge late last week that Google has discriminated against its female employees and says it has evidence of "extreme" gender pay…