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Salary Threshold for Federal Overtime Rule… What’s the Right Level?

Since 2004, the salary threshold for so-called white-collar exemptions has been $23,660. Republicans and Democrats agree – it’s time for that threshold to be raised. The question is, how much?... read more →
  • July 2, 2019
  • Kainen, Escalera & McHale
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The Hidden Cost of Wage and Hour Disputes

There’s an old saying that goes something like this… “What you don’t know can kill you…” Now you’re probably asking – “What’s that got to do with employment law?” Many... read more →
  • October 15, 2018
  • Kainen, Escalera & McHale
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A U.S. Supreme Court Victory for Employers

The U.S. Supreme Court has just handed down one of the most consequential decisions impacting Connecticut employers since the 1930s. In a 5-4 decision (Epic Systems v. Lewis), the justices... read more →
  • May 25, 2018
  • Kainen, Escalera & McHale
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Labor and Employment Law Under the Trump Administration: A Brief Overview for Connecticut Employers

With the election of Donald Trump as U.S. president now official, many employers in Connecticut are wondering what impact the new Trump administration will have on labor and employment law.... read more →
  • December 22, 2016
  • Kainen, Escalera & McHale
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Would You Pay Employees an Eight Hour Rate to Work Six?

We have written often about federal and state wage laws employers are required to follow. They can be complicated to say the least. Well, what if you were required to... read more →
  • June 17, 2016
  • Kainen, Escalera & McHale
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Are Volunteers a Legal Liability for Your Business?

Did you know that government agencies are cracking down on the use of interns and volunteers in "for-profit" organizations and attorneys for employees are bringing more and more claims against... read more →
  • August 21, 2015
  • Kainen, Escalera & McHale

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