DOL Proposes Large Increase to Salary Threshold for Exemptions from Overtime Pay
A new proposed rule may effect who is eligible for overtime pay. ACCA’s Hilary Atkins has the details.
Government
Takeaways from Two Historic Rulings by the US Supreme Court
Last week the Supreme handed down two historic decisions. Hilary Atkins has the details.
EEOC Rolls Out Pilot Program for Online Charge Notices
The EEOC is testing a new electronic notification for charges against employers.
SCOTUS Gives Courts Expanded Oversight For EEOC Dispute Resolutions
SCOTUS recently gave employers more leniency to get EEOC claims resolved. ACCA’s Hilary Atkins has the details.
Medical Marijuana Laws Expand into Georgia
Georgia has become the 26th state to legalize medicinal marijuana. Find out what it means for employers.
92% AFUE Furnaces…Here We Go Again!
The DOE has proposed a nationwide 92% AFUE Furnace Rule, but it doesn’t sit well with most. Mark Nayes shares his opinion on this proposed rule.
NYC Employers: Check those Credit Check Processes!
New York City employers can no longer use credit checks in employment decisions. ACCA’s Hilary Atkins has the details.
EEOC Attempts to Clear Up Employer Wellness Programs Compliance Under the ADA
The EEOC is trying to clear up the issues with wellness programs and the ADA. ACCA’s Hilary Atkins has the details of how it effects contractors.
Confusion Over New Regional Energy Conservation Standards for Split Central Air Conditioners
If regional standards weren’t confusing enough, now the enforcement plan has contractors asking questions, too.
Right to Work Works its Way Through Wisconsin Legislature
Wisconsin is poised to become the 25th State in the nation to pass a right to work (RTW) law. ACCA’s Hilary Atkins has the details.
The Costs of Federal Regulations on Small Businesses
Government regulations cost small business alot. ACCA’s Charlie McCrudden explains in his latest article
New Year, New Congress, New Outcomes?
When Congress goes into session in 2015 there will be lots of new faces, but how will the affect their way of doing business? IE3 has the details.
OSHA’s Revised Record-Keeping Rule Takes Place January 1, 2015
OSHA has new record-keeping rules going into effect on January 1, 2015 and IE3 has the details for you.
NLRB Rules that Employee’s Use of Facebook “Like” Feature is Protected Activity
The NLRB recently adopted a policy that gives employees more protection when using social media that contractors need to be aware of.
New White House Order Mandates Self-Reporting for Federal Contractors
Another recent executive order from President Obama will affect contractors who perform government work. Hilary Atkins has the details in her latest article.
This Is Not Your Grandfather’s Washington
The Washington D.C. of the past is no more. Instead regulations, laws, and standards that affect businesses are constantly being developed and implemented.
Will Tax Code Reform Help Or Hurt HVACR Incentives?
The U.S. tax code is confusing and Congress is taking the first serious stab at reform in 30 years. But, their proposal has its pros and cons for contractors.
Latest Rulings & Regulations for Employers
Contractors need to be aware of the various guidelines & regulations the govern their business practices. Brooke Duncan sheds some light on some of the newest to pop up.
The Regional Standards Lawsuit Is Over…Now What?
The lawsuit over regional standards that has been going on since 2011 is officially over. Learn about what that means and what you must prepare for next.
Court Accepts Settlement Agreement, Ends Lawsuit Over Regional Standards
The U.S. District Court of Appeals for the DC Circuit issued an order today accepting a settlement agreement thereby ending the lawsuit over regional standards.
