USCIS Increases Validity Period of Employment Authorization Documents
By Amy L. Peck with Jackson Lewis P.C. USCIS is increasing the maximum validity period to five years for initial and renewal Employment Authorization Documents (EADs) for certain categories of applicants, including noncitizens with pending adjustment of status...
Dentist to Pay $20,000 for Violating DOL Whistleblower Provisions
Small and midsize business owners, it’s critical to understand the significant penalties that can arise from violating employment laws, especially when it comes to safeguarding employees’ rights and safety. A recent case involving a dentist serves as a...
Landscape Contractor Fined $103,744 in Back Wages and Damages for FLSA Violations
A recent ruling by the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) highlights a crucial aspect of wage compliance that every business owner, particularly small and midsize enterprises, should take heed of. The DOL’s Wage and Hour Division recently recovered a substantial sum...
DOL Fines Skating Rinks $26,000 in Civil Penalties for Child Labor Violations
Recent enforcement actions by the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) shed light on the importance of compliance with employment laws for businesses, particularly concerning the employment of minors. The DOL conducted investigations into several Florida skating rinks and...