Monthly Archives: March 2012

New NLRB Election Rules Will Go into Effect April 30, 2012

In just one month, the National Labor Relations Board’s (NLRB) new election rules will go into effect. What will this mean for your business? Two things: (1) elections will proceed quicker than ever before; and (2) you will have fewer … Continue reading

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Proposed OFCCP Rule Would Require That 7% of Federal Contractors’ Workforce Consist of Individuals with Disabilities

The Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (“OFCCP”) is considering a rule that would require certain federal contractors to ensure that at least 7% of their workforce is composed of individuals with disabilities. This is a significant proposal, as the … Continue reading

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Massachusetts Lawmakers Considering Paid Sick Time Bill

Massachusetts lawmakers are considering a bill that would require all employers to provide mandatory sick time to full and part-time (but not seasonal) employees. Under the bill, employees would be entitled to 40 or 56 hours of paid or unpaid … Continue reading

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“Spring Forward”: Daylight Savings Time and FLSA

For most people across the United States, residents of Massachusetts included, daylight savings time begins this Sunday, March 11, 2012, and we set the clocks ahead one hour at 2:00 a.m. Arizona and Hawaii are the only states that do … Continue reading

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Proposed Connecticut Bills Would Prohibit Unemployment Discrimination; Raise Wage Penalties

Connecticut lawmakers debated several bills this Tuesday that could have a significant impact on Connecticut employers. The two most important ones would: (1) prohibit discrimination against currently unemployment applicants; (2) increase the penalties for wage and overtime violations; and (3) … Continue reading

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