Overtime Recovered: Understanding the Costly Mistake of Misclassifying Employees

In a recent case, the U.S. Department of Labor recovered $288,979 in back wages and damages for 92 employees from American Management Group of North Florida LLC. This significant recovery highlights a common misconception among employers: the belief… Read More
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Navigating Uncertainty: FTC’s Ban on Noncompete Agreements Faces Divided Federal Rulings

The legal landscape surrounding noncompete agreements has recently become more complex following conflicting rulings from federal courts. On July 23, the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania declined to halt the Federal Trade… Read More
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New Government Proposed Heat Protection Rules: What Maryland Small Business Owners Need to Know

The Biden-Harris Administration recently announced a proposed rule to protect indoor and outdoor workers from the dangers of extreme heat. This significant step, spearheaded by the U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Admin… Read More
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The Supreme Court Overturns Chevron: Benefits for Small Business Owners

The recent Supreme Court decision to overturn the Chevron doctrine marks a pivotal shift in administrative law. It significantly impacts federal regulatory power and creates many new opportunities for small business owners. Background: Chevron Doctri… Read More
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Navigating AI in the Workplace: Key Issues for Employers

As advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) revolutionize the workplace, it’s crucial for employers to understand the legal and ethical implications. Here’s a guide to some of the key AI-related issues you should be aware of to ensure complia… Read More
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Supreme Court's Upcoming Decision on FLSA Exemption: Financial Impact on Employers

The U.S. Supreme Court is about to rule on a critical issue regarding the evidentiary standard employers must meet to classify employees as exempt from the Fair Labor Standards Act’s (FLSA) overtime requirements. The Fair Labor Standards Act (F… Read More
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Deciphering Trade Secrets: What Qualifies as Confidential Information in Your Business?

In this article, we’ll discuss trade secrets and how you can legally protect them. We’ll provide tips to help you recognize, guard, and make the most of these critical components of intellectual property. What are trade secrets? Trade secrets… Read More
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How Does the New NLRB Rule Change on Joint Employers Impact Subcontractors

The National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) recently finalized a significant rule change regarding the Standard for Determining Joint-Employer Status. Effective December 26, 2023, the new NLRB rule represents a seismic departure from previous standards… Read More
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The Challenge of Writing up Employees—and How to Do a Better Job at It

Our clients recognize how important it is to write up employees when situations call for it. Yet, most companies struggle terribly with getting supervisors actually to fill out a disciplinary form when a problem arises with an employee. Why is that?… Read More
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A Renaissance for Private-Employer Unions – Real or Fake News?

Depending on where you get your news, you might think that unionization at private employers is experiencing a drastic rise. Nearly every week, news articles highlight unionization efforts at high-profile companies like Starbucks, Amazon, and Mcdonal… Read More
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