Understanding the Difference Between Independent Contractors vs Employees
Not all people who work for companies are employees; sometimes they are independent contractors. Properly classifying workers can save a company costs associated with insurance, taxes, and overhead; however, wrongly classifying them can result in [...]
Overtime Rule Put on Hold
Federal law and its interpretations are constantly changing. It’s our job as labor relations attorneys in South Carolina to know the updates as they happen and advise our clients to the best of our ability. [...]
The Persuader Rule Failed to Persuade the Court
In April, we explained the Persuader Rule and how it impacted employers. To refresh your memory, this Rule required employers and labor relations consultants, including employers, advisers and employment lawyers, to report agreements where a [...]
Compensable Time and Overtime – FLSA Compliance
Many employers track the hours and schedules of hourly employees, but employers frequently forget they are required to track the hours of salaried non-exempt employees also. Employees covered by the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) [...]
The Bermuda Triangle of Employment Law: The ADA, FMLA and SC Worker’s Compensation Act
The interaction among the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Family Medical Leave Act (FLMA), and workers’ compensation laws are frequently referred to as the Bermuda Triangle of employment law and can appear confusing when managing [...]
Labor Lawyers in South Carolina: Changes to White Collar Overtime Regulations
As labor lawyers in South Carolina, we constantly monitor any changes to the state and federal laws that impact South Carolina's employers. In this article, we examine upcoming changes to white-collar overtime regulations that go [...]