Correctly compensating employees is one of the biggest challenges employers face today.
In recent years, we've seen more wage-hour claims than any other workplace dispute. Our response? Catch it before it happens. We help clients prevent claims by auditing their workplace practices and exposing potential issues before they lead to court.
And it’s not just theory. If we discover an issue, we deliver practical solutions to get you on track. Fast.
Whether its overtime, payroll, meal break, off-the-clock work or employee classification, wages are more complicated than most think. We offer training and on-call advice for management and HR team members, so that everyone understands wage standards, keeping your business litigation-free.
And if it’s too late to prevent a claim? Our team is also armed with solutions for any potential dispute. We will prep you for state and federal audits, conflict resolution and provide you with a strong defense against lawsuits.
Chicago Daily Law Bulletin | June 19, 2017
Chicago labor and employment partner Frank Saibert authored this column about Vega v. New Forest Home Cemetery LLC, involving a seasonal employee’s alleged violations of the Fair Labor Standars Act and the Illinois Wage Payment and Collection Act.
Rochester Business Journal | June 16, 2017
Rochester private equity and investment funds partner Jeremy Wolk authored this column about the “Freelance Isn’t Free” Act, which was passed by the New York City Council and is the country’s first payment protection measure for freelance workers/non-employees.
SHRM | May 19, 2017
Los Angeles labor and employment associate Alicia Anderson is quoted in this article about a case involving restaurant chain P.F. Chang’s China Bistro Inc.’s employees’ fight for full minimum wage for non-tipped work.
Fast Company | October 19, 2016
Boston Labor & Employment partner Jeffrey Gilbreth is quoted throughout this article about the labor laws going into effect in December 2016, and ideas for employers to keep their staff members at 40 hours a week.
Rochester Business Journal | May 13, 2016
Rochester partners Jeff LaBarge and Steve Jones, counsel Todd Shinaman, and associates Joe Carello and Kim Harding co-authored this column discussing New York’s landmark legislation raising the minimum wage and mandating paid family leave.
Law360 | June 02, 2015
Los Angeles Labor & Employment counsel Dale Hudson is quoted in this article discussing the California Supreme Court’s decision to hear a class action brought a group of security guards who claim they were illegally forced to be on call during breaks and how this case gives the court a chance to clarify whether rest periods must be free from all work.
Rochester Business Journal | May 01, 2015
Rochester Labor & Employment partner Steve Jones is quoted throughout this article about trends in wage hour legislation and compliance. Click here to read the full article.
