The New York City Council has approved a proposed measure designed to protect workers in the "gig economy" -- i.e., independent contractors who find work through apps and websites such as Uber, Angie's List, etc. The draft legislation contains several new rules and requirements, including: a requirement that...
Law Office of Brian L. Greben has been given a "Clients' Choice 2016" award by Avvo. This is the second year in a row we've been given this honor, which is based on client reviews....
The D.C. O.H.R. has issued an HR Guide to LGBTQ Applicants and Employees. It offers "best practices" for creating a workplace that is inclusive to all employees and job applicants, including those from the transgender community. The Guide's advice is helpful to employers throughout the United States....
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The U.S. Department of Labor is considering significant changes to the criteria governing which employees may be classified as "exempt" from mandatory overtime pay. Under federal law, non-exempt employees must be paid an hourly rate of at least 1.5 times their regular rate of pay for every...