The DOL Tightens the Line on Independent Contractors
On July 15, 2015, the Wage and Hour Division of the United States Department of Labor issued Administrator's Interpretation 2015-1 regarding the classification of workers [...]
California “Waiting Time” Penalties NOT Classified as Wages for Payroll Tax Purposes
Anytime there is a judgment, award of damages, or settlement that involves the transfer of funds a careful analysis should be undertaken to determine the [...]
Obama Proposes Overtime Overhaul
Under federal law, an employee can be considered exempt from overtime if (s)he earns more than $23,660 per year. In California, to be considered exempt, [...]
Withholding Payroll Taxes On Settlements or Judgments — Cifuente v. Costco
In every employment lawsuit where a judgment or settlement is paid the issue arises whether the employer is mandated to withhold a portion of the [...]
Withholding Payroll Taxes On Settlements or Judgments — Cifuente v. Costco
In every employment lawsuit where a judgment or settlement is paid the issue arises whether the employer is mandated to withhold a portion of the [...]
The Changing World of Paid Sick Leave
Paid Sick Leave, or PSL, requires employers to provide 24 hours or three days of paid time off for purposes related to health. No matter [...]