A Recap on Labor and Employment News: What to Look Out for in 2016
2015 was a hot year for labor and employment news and 2016 is going to be just as hot.
Legal
NLRB Cracks Down on Internal Investigations by Employers
The NLRB has again ruled against employers on what is permissible for internal investigations.
Florida Opens Doors (Slightly) for Businesses to Sue Under the Florida Deceptive and Unfair Trade Practice Act
Businesses in Florida can now file claims under the Florida Deceptive and Unfair Trade Practice Act.
Can We Store Customers’ Credit Card Information?
Can your store your customers’ credit card information? IE3 takes a look.
Am I Obligated to Pay an Employee Who Can’t Work?
Legal Expert, Brooke Duncan, tackles another question about paying employees in his latest Legal Toolbox.
Can I Confront An Employee About Why They Didn’t Report An Injury?
Work injuries can be costly for employers, but what happens when an employee doesn’t report it right away? IE3 explains.
When Does a Technicians Pay Start and Stop?
ACCA always receives questions about when employees time on the clock begins and ends. Brooke Duncan tackles another one of these tough questions.
Executive Order on Paid Sick Leave for Federal Contractors Anticipated Soon
A new executive order may cause you to have to give paid sick leave when working on government contracts. ACCA’s Hilary Atkins has the details.
What Are the Pros and Cons of a Salaried Position?
ACCA received another question about salaried versus hourly employees that IE3 is tackling.
Employers Need to Ensure Credit Card Processing Compliance In the Wake of Evolving Microchip Technology
There are new credit card compliance rules that you need to be aware of as a business owner. ACCA’s Hilary Atkins has the details.
Can I Pay My Employees A Lower Rate For Travel Time?
Brooke Duncan, ACCA’s legal expert, tackles another question about proper wages.
Hawaii “Closes the Gap” on Medical Marijuana Law
Hawaii recently amended it’s 15 year old medical marijuana law.
Can I Prohibit My Employees From Smoking While Working?
Smoking is becoming more an more unacceptable, but can employers do anything to prevent their team members from smoking on the job? ACCA has the answer.
Death and Taxes vs. Preserving Wealth: The Final Exit Planning Contest
Exit planning is tough, so IE3 is looking at what you can do to preserve your wealth.
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.
California Labor Commission Rules Uber Driver Is An Employee
California has deemed Uber drivers as employees. ACCA’s Hilary Atkins has the details on the effect this could have on contractors.
Colorado Employers: You Can Discharge Employees for Using Medical Marijuana in Violation of Your Workplace Policies
A state supreme court ruling states the employers can dismiss employees for smoking marijuana outside of work even in states where it is legal.
Takeaways from Two Historic Rulings by the US Supreme Court
Last week the Supreme handed down two historic decisions. Hilary Atkins has the details.
How Do I Correctly Establish An Hourly Rate?
ACCA receives tons of questions about hourly pay. Legal Expert Brooke Duncan tackles yet another one.
Avoiding Disaster in Business Transfer to Insiders
Succession planning is an important part of owning a business. So, IE3 has another article on how to avoid disaster when transferring your business to a new owner.
