Hey Compliance Warriors! Democrats have plans to raise the federal minimum wage from $7.25 to $8.55 later this year, then walk it up to $15.00/hr by 2024. We hear chatter like this often, but what are the chances it will really happen this time and what other implications might this proposed Act have? Read on…
Tag: Breaking News
Employee Handbook Creator Alerts, Human Resources, Washington State
Breaking News: Spokane City Council Approves "Ban-The-Box" Ordinance For Private Sector Employers
Hey Compliance Warriors! Breaking news coming out of Spokane City approving the “Ban-The-Box” ordinance. Meaning job applicants will no long be required to disclose former criminal history until after an interview. Read on for more on this… Article via https://www.disabilityleavelaw.com “Mayor David Condon has until December 14, 2017 to sign or veto the ordinance. If passed, […]
By State, California, Employee Handbook Creator Alerts, HR News, Human Resources
Breaking News: California Restricts Employer’s Ability to Make Decisions Based on Criminal History
Hey Compliance Warriors! We all know California employment law is a constant challenge. Here is an update on an employer’s ability to hire or not based on criminal history. Read on…
Hey Compliance Warriors! Just when we thought we knew what is going on with the Obama Overtime Rule, they change the game on us and reopen the appeals process. This argument is not in play because the DOL wants the Obama Rule to stand as is. However, the DOL is defending the August 2017 ruling […]
Hey Compliance Warriors! Today, USCIS issued updated guidance regarding DACA.This will affect many workers – employers across the nation, effective immediately! Read on…
HR News, Human Resources, Payroll
Breaking News: DOL Will Not Pursue 2016 Final Rule for Overtime Exemptions – UPDATE
Hey Compliance Warriors! The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) has finalized decisions not to defend the overtime rule finalized under the Obama Administration. Instead, the DOL has begun a new rulemaking process. Read on…
Hey Compliance Warriors! Well, USCIS has gone and done it again! We have a new I-9! Read on…
Hey Compliance Warriors! The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) has decided not to defend the overtime rule finalized under the Obama Administration. Instead, the DOL will begin a new rulemaking process. Read on…
Hey Compliance Warriors! On June 7, 2017 the Department of Labor ( DOL ) made a big announcement regarding two very hot topics! Read on…
Hey Compliance Warriors! On April 19th, 2017 USCIS announced they will be redesigning the “Green Card”. Will it be “green”?