As most employers know, minimum wage and overtime claims under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) are all the rage these days. The “why” is simple – the penalties are harsh (double damages under federal law, up to quadruple damages under some state laws!), and attorney fees are automatic. So what’s a smart employer to… More
Month: August 2015
No Credit for Trying to Curb Scent At Work- Surprising ADA Decision
Consider this scenario: Your employee has an extreme allergy to perfume and other scents, which is verified by a doctor. In other words– she likely has a disability covered by the Americans with Disability Act (ADA). You know the drill — you engage in the interactive process and in an effort to accommodate her you… More