“Exhibit A” for what’s wrong with the Fair Labor Standards Act
Consider this scenario. Employer and Employee have a good-faith dispute over whether Employer owes Employee for unpaid overtime for time...
WIRTW #495 (the “guns” edition)
By Jon Hyman
I am not a gun person. If you want to dismiss what I am about to say because of my dislike of guns, that is your prerogative. Just skip do...
When does telecommuting qualify as a reasonable accommodation?
By Jon Hyman
I’m writing today’s post from the comfort of the kitchen island in my house. My son has the flu, and I’m working from home. It’s been ...
Two recent issues of confidentiality of harassment allegations
By Jon Hyman
The confidentiality of harassment allegations has been a hot topic of debate in the #MeToo and #TimesUp era. Consider, then, each of t...
The FMLA does not cover dead pets (maybe)
By Jon Hyman
‘E’s not pinin’! ‘E’s passed on! This parrot is no more! He has ceased to be! ‘E’s expired and gone to meet ‘is maker! ‘E’s a stiff! Ber...