As we head into the holiday season, we all find ourselves busy with work-related parties, events, and get- togethers of many different types. From time to time, businesses host employee parties or other offsite events to keep employees engaged, foster team building, and improve morale. However, whether an employer is hosting a holiday party, a ...
On November 15, 2024, a federal district court vacated the Department of Labor’s (“DOL”) salary-threshold increase for the executive, professional and administrative (EAP) exemption. We’ve been following this closely, as have many employers, without real clarity. But now, we have an answer.
The Decision
The U.S. District Court for ...
What once was old is new again. For those living in caves or remote parts of the world without internet access: there was an election in the United States this week. We will have a new President. Well, not exactly “new.” Maybe a new old President? Or is it an old new President? Or perhaps an old old President? Who’s to say? Regardless, the point is ...
On October 25, 2024, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (”EEOC”) issued a press release stating it was suing a Michigan restaurant for discrimination. The EEOC alleged Culver’s violated federal law when firing a transgender employee and three of his colleagues after they complained about workplace harassment.
In this case ...