Labor & Employment Law

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DOL Proposes Rules to Narrow Joint Employment Relationships and Overtime Pay Calculations

If you are an employer, you are responsible for paying your workers all of the wages and … Continue Reading

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New Laws Are Coming. Is Your Employee Handbook Up-to-Date?

Many employers are scrambling to adjust their internal policies and handbooks to comply with the new Michigan … Continue Reading

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U.S. Labor Department Expands Overtime Pay Opportunities for Salaried Workers

Many people don’t know that many employees who earn a salary are entitled to overtime. According to … Continue Reading

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Misconceptions About Employee Pay for Meal Break and Rest Periods

You may not realize that in Michigan, most employers are not legally required to allow workers either … Continue Reading

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A Medical Marijuana Card Won’t Protect You From a Pink Slip, Michigan Appellate Court Rules

Michigan workers who legally use medical marijuana can be rejected for employment or fired for violating an … Continue Reading

What to Know About State and Federal Whistleblower Protection Laws

What to Know About State and Federal Whistleblower Protection Laws

It’s not uncommon for employees who witness or have knowledge of wrongful activity in their workplaces to … Continue Reading

DOL Update: Various Exemptions to Overtime Requirements

DOL Update: Various Exemptions to Overtime Requirements

The federal Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) governs minimum wage, overtime pay eligibility, recordkeeping, and child labor … Continue Reading

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Governor Snyder Signs Minimum Wage Increase and Paid Sick Leave into Law

Governor Rick Snyder recently signed into law two initiatives that the Michigan Senate and House of Representatives … Continue Reading

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Tipped Employees, Dual Jobs, and Tip Credits

It can be a struggle to determine the appropriate calculation of wages for tipped employees. Under the … Continue Reading

How Employer Policies Impact Terminations

Whether an employee is leaving for personal reasons or is being fired for cause, managing an employee’s … Continue Reading

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