By Roger Hood | In March, the United States Supreme Court ruled on a case that basically ended the use of the Fair Labor Standards Act’s administrative exemption for mortgage-loan […]
Supreme Court Ruling Makes Mortgage Loan Officers Eligible for Overtime Read More »
By Francesco DeLuca | The Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) contains minimum wage and overtime requirements, however, some employees are “exempt” from these requirements. Many employers are familiar with the
Under-The-Radar Exemption for Computer Employees Receives Heightened Attention Read More »
By Stephen Nelson | What is the level of knowledge an employer must have to be liable for religious discrimination under Title VII? Title VII of the Civil Rights Act
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Running a CPA firm or a small- to medium-sized business in today’s competitive business environment requires a strategic approach that incorporates both the day-to-day needs of the organization combined with
Between The Legal Lines: Trending Topics at the Intersection of Business & Law Read More »
By Francesco DeLuca | It takes two to tango. This adage applies to nearly every facet of everyday life, and the law is no exception. A recent federal appellate court
Take the Lead in the Interactive Process Under the ADA Read More »
POSTPONED DUE TO SNOWSTORM TO FEBRUARY 4TH! Running a CPA firm or a small- to medium-sized business in today’s competitive business environment requires a strategic approach that incorporates both the
D&S Attorneys Present “Between The Legal Lines” for RI Society of CPAs Read More »
By Gregory McIntosh | In November, Massachusetts voters approved a new law that will provide all employees in Massachusetts with sick leave eligibility. It will go into effect on July
New MA Law Mandates All Employers Provide Sick Time Read More »
By Gregory McIntosh | As Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and other social media websites and apps become more commonplace, many companies have developed and implemented polices governing their employees’ use of
Social Media Policies: The Hidden Dangers Read More »
In July, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) issued a new Enforcement Guidance on the Pregnancy Discrimination Act that gives more detail in the way the EEOC views pregnancy-related discrimination
D&S Attorneys Author Pregnancy Discrimination Article in RISBJ Read More »
Some employment contracts contain clauses that restrict an employee’s actions both during and after the period of employment. These clauses safeguard the employer’s business interests and commonly include agreements on