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SCOTUS May Change Standard of Proof for FLSA Misclassification Claims
For FLSA misclassification claims, a key issue is the burden of proof. When companies hire new employees, the company will determine whether the employee is entitled to overtime pay for all hours worked over 40 in a workweek (this is called “non-exempt”)... read more
Court to Rule on FTC’s Non-Compete Ban by July 3, 2024
Back in May 2024, the federal court judge assigned to the FTC’s non-compete ban case indicated that she would have a hearing on motion for a preliminary injunction by June 17. (I wrote about the FTC’s opposition to that motion here.) However, late last... read more
Non-Compete Ban is Lawful and Enforceable, FTC Argues
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) issued its nationwide non-compete ban on April 23, 2024. The FTC later announced that the ban goes into effect on September 4, 2024. The very next day after the FTC announced the new rule, business groups filed their first lawsuit in... read more
Pregnancy Discrimination for South Carolina Employees
Many pregnant employees in South Carolina will face sort some of pregnancy discrimination during their careers. I regularly get calls from employees throughout the state who are high performing individuals who get pregnant, inform their employer, and then suddenly... read moreStill Have Questions? The best way we can serve you is by starting a conversation.
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