Recently, we wrote a blog post about paying workers and volunteers on political campaigns. In that post, we mentioned that this could be an area to watch in the future, especially since the current political climate may drive more people to get involved in future...
Month: May 2017
Minor leaguers suing MLB over pay
When you hear about baseball players and salary, you probably think of massive contracts with large paydays. Here in New York, we've certainly seen more than our fair share of those deals from the Yankees and Mets. However, there are a group of professional baseball...
Is unlimited PTO bad for employees?
Offering unlimited paid time off (PTO) has become a trend for some companies. The policy, which is often touted as a perk, can sometimes backfire. The companies that have tried unlimited vacation policies have seen mixed results, and in some cases faced the threat of...
Pair of judgments rule on class action waivers
A pair of recent rulings in California could mean significant changes for employment agreements. The debate is over the enforceability of class action waivers in employment contracts.Two separate decisions, one by the United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth...
Restaurant chains and wage violations
The restaurant industry is often under the microscope for wage violations. With so many tipped employees on staff, it's easy to see why ensuring that all workers earn the minimum wage can be difficult.While such violations tend to occur more often at large franchises...
