On the Friday before Thanksgiving, Vice-President Biden announced at a Middle Class Task Force event the creation of a collaboration between the U.S. Department of Labor and the American Bar Association. According to the press release associated with the event, the purpose the collaboration is to “help workers resolve complaints received by DOL’s wage
Weekly Web Roundup
The biggest news this week is the EEOC’s release of the proposed regulations for the ADA Amendments Act of 2009. This post from Jackson Lewis provides some of the highlights. Note that these are proposed regulations. There is a 60 day period during which the EEOC will receive comments. After considering the comments, the EEOC will
Wage and Hour Cases in the News
Employee Availability After Hours Comes at a Price
The Wall Street Journal reports on a potential boom in lawsuits relating to unpaid overtime. The culprit–company issued smart phones combined with lean workforces requiring fewer employees who handle more responsibility. With new technology, employees are capable, and often expected, to handle work related communication anytime and anywhere, whether they are
What’s New This Week
As we enter the traditional "dog days" of summer, the world of labor and employment law remains active. Here are are some highlights of important and interesting news this week:
1. Furloughs
Although there is some indication the recession is easing, many employers remain concerned about the economy. Pay reductions and temporary furloughs provide a means by which employers can manage payroll
Wage Discrimination Amendments Signed Into Law
On April 28, 2009, Governor Culver signed into law Senate File 137, entitled an Act "Providing that Wage Discrimination is an Unfair Employment Practice under the Iowa Civil Rights Act and Providing an Enhanced Remedy.” This law (available here) amends the Iowa Civil Rights Act to expressly provide that pay differentials among employees are unlawful