As our readers know, for the purposes of certain blog entries, I have unilaterally declared that I am the Secretary of Labor.
Effective immediately:
- The “computer professional” exemption applies to anyone with a salary of at least $800 per week whose primary duty requires “highly specialized knowledge of computers and software.” The exemption now includes employees who provide help desk services, troubleshooting support, or who install hardware or software.
- In regard to New York law, building owners who provide free apartments to their janitors can still count the value ...
ESPN broadcaster Keith Olbermann recently held a mock press conference in which he pretended to be the new Commissioner of Baseball, and explained how he would improve the game in that role. For example, World Series games would start early enough for kids to watch them, the designated hitter would be eliminated, and Vin Scully would call all World Series games.
I’d like to do something similar. I am pleased to inform you that, for the rest of this blog entry, let’s assume that I am the new Secretary of Labor.
Effective immediately:
- An employer’s liability to ...
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