How GIPA Impacts Government Use of Biometric Data
How GIPA Impacts Government Use of Biometric Data
You punch in for work, scan your fingerprint to enter a secure facility, or submit to a quick facial scan at a regional public transit hub. While these technological advancements promise convenience and heightened security, they also raise serious questions about privacy, identity theft, and personal liberty.
Strategies for Resolving Wage Disputes Without Litigation
Strategies for Resolving Wage Disputes Without Litigation
Working hard every day comes with the reasonable expectation that your employer will pay you fairly and accurately for every single hour you put in. When your paycheck falls short, or when promised overtime pay never arrives, the stress hits quickly.
Calculating Damages in Wage and Hour Violation Cases
Calculating Damages in Wage and Hour Violation Cases
Discovering that your paycheck doesn’t match the hours you’ve worked can be unsettling. Making sure that you’re paid correctly is essential for both your financial stability and the respect you should receive as a professional.
Common Wage and Hour Violations Affecting Hourly Workers
Common Wage and Hour Violations Affecting Hourly Workers
Working hard for every dollar is the cornerstone of providing for your family and building a future. When you clock in, you’re giving your time and energy to your employer, and in return, they pay you fairly for your time.
What Evidence Supports a Successful Wage and Hour Violation Claim
What Evidence Supports a Successful Wage and Hour Violation Claim
Working for hours on end only to realize your paycheck doesn't reflect your hard work is a gut-wrenching experience. It’s more than just a financial hit; it’s a betrayal of the trust you place in your employer. You put the hours in to work, so you should be compensated appropriately.
Overtime Regulation Changes: What Employees Need to Know
Overtime Regulation Changes: What Employees Need to Know
The recent overhaul of overtime regulations by the Department of Labor (DOL) has significant implications for employees across the country. Effective July 1, 2024, the increased salary threshold for white-collar exemptions means that millions of workers who were previously exempt from overtime pay may now be eligible.
GIPA: Is Your Employer Asking Too Much in Your Work Physical?
GIPA: Is Your Employer Asking Too Much in Your Work Physical?
Under Illinois law, the Genetic Information Privacy Act (GIPA) protects your right to keep your genetic information private. This includes information about your family's medical history.
Common FLSA Violations
Common FLSA Violations
The Fair Labor Standards Act (“FLSA”) is a law that establishes a wide range of areas concerning employee rights and employer obligations. The FLSA prescribes minimum wage, overtime pay, record keeping requirements, and youth employment standards for employees in the private and public sectors.