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New Overtime Rule to Go into Effect January 1, 2020 October 9, 2019

After several delays and legal challenges, an amendment to the salary threshold set forth in the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) is set to go into effect on January 1, 2020. Pursuant to the FLSA, ...

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Does Title VII sex discrimination protect against sexual orientation discrimination? October 9, 2019

The Supreme Court is back in session and is reviewing several controversial and high-profile cases. Among them is whether Title VII protects LGBTQ workers from employment discrimination. This case ...

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Retaliation May be Easier to Prove Than Discrimination September 12, 2019

Federal anti-discrimination law such as Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 protects against various forms of discrimination. This includes prohibitions against sex, race, gender, religion and ...

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Pay Considerations When Weather Keeps You Home from Work September 10, 2019

Over the past several days Hurricane Dorian has affected United States coastal towns to varying degrees. While the impact on Georgia was limited, with hurricane season just beginning, it’s a good idea ...

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Pay Discrimination Highlighted by Victorious USA Women’s Soccer Team July 16, 2019

The inspirational women’s soccer team and their victory has highlighted a significant employment issue – pay discrimination. The women on the national team are currently suing the United States Soccer ...

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Raising the Minimum Wage Has Significant Positive Effects on Families and the Economy July 16, 2019

As more states and municipalities join the call to increase the minimum wage to $15/hour, recent studies have emerged detailing the effect of such adjustment. While the Congressional Budget Office ...

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