The minimum salary levels for many employees to continue to be treated as exempt from overtime laws were set to increase as of January 1, 2025. However, on November 15, 2024, a federal judge struck down both the upcoming increase and the increase that went into effect on July 1, 2024. This decision applies nationwide.… Continue reading Keeping up with Changes to Minimum Salary Levels for Exempt Employees
Read moreA federal court has ruled that the Federal Trade Commission’s (FTC) final rule banning non-compete agreements (the “Non-Compete Ban”) is unlawful because the FTC did not have the authority to make the rule. The Non-Compete Ban was scheduled to take effect on September 4, 2024. Consequently, the Non-Compete Ban will not be implemented as planned,… Continue reading FTC Non-Compete Ban Blocked
Read moreWho must report? The CTA obligates “reporting companies” to file BOI Reports, which are defined as a corporation, limited liability company or other similar entity that is created by the filing of a document with a secretary of state or any similar office under the law of a State or Indian tribe. BOI Reports must… Continue reading EVERYONE should check to see if their business or entity is subject to the Corporate Transparency Act requirements discussed here!
Read moreIt happened! The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) issued a new rule on April 23, 2024, which bans post-employment non-compete clauses between employers and their workers. The Final Rule becomes effective September 4, 2024. The rule applies to anyone who works for a for-profit employer, whether paid or unpaid, and to independent contractors, externs, interns, volunteers,… Continue reading FTC Non-Compete Ban: What You Need to Know
Read moreWhile these can both be part of your Estate Plan, they are not the same thing. P.O.A. stands for Power of Attorney and is a designation of rights which allows someone other than you the right to access your financial account or health information while you are alive. Usually these are used when you are incapacitated and… Continue reading What is a P.O.A. versus a P.O.D.? Are these the same things?
Read moreThe National Labor Relations Board (“NLRB”) recently issued a new rule that significantly expands who qualifies as a joint employer under the National Labor Relations Act. Under the new rule, an entity may be considered a joint employer of another entity’s employees if the employers “share or codetermine” the employees’ essential terms and conditions of… Continue reading What Employers Should Know About the NLRB’s New Joint Employer Rule
Read moreThe National Labor Relations Board (“NLRB”) recently issued a new rule that significantly expands who qualifies as a joint employer under the National Labor Relations Act. Under the new rule, an entity may be considered a joint employer of another entity’s employees if the employers “share or codetermine” the employees’ essential terms and conditions of… Continue reading What Employers Should Know About the NLRB’s New Joint Employer Rule
Read moreWhat is the Statute of Limitations on a Car Accident in Wisconsin? Every state establishes their own statutes of limitations, which are the legal deadlines for filing civil and criminal claims in the courts. These legal time frames vary depending upon the type of claim being filed, and the jurisdiction. Statute of Limitations for Personal Injury… Continue reading What is the Statute of Limitations on a Car Accident in Wisconsin?
Read moreSlipping or tripping can happen to anyone. However, many slip and fall accidents are caused by negligence on the part of property owners and occupiers. You may be entitled to pursue compensation if you were involved in a slip and fall on another party’s property. Where Do Slip and Fall Accidents Happen? A slip and… Continue reading 6 Common Causes of Slip and Fall Accidents in Wisconsin
Read moreThe Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and its state-law counterpart, the Wisconsin Family and Medical Leave Act (WFMLA) are laws that grant employees the right to take unpaid leave for qualifying reasons while ensuring job protection. However, understanding FMLA and WFMLA and effectively managing employee leave issues can be complex for employers. This blog… Continue reading Navigating The Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
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