Category Archives: Wage-hour

The 2015 Nevada Legislature—What Can Employers Expect?

As far as most non-governmental employers are concerned, the Republican sweep of the Nevada Legislature will likely be known for what laws won’t be passed. I think employers will not see new or stricter laws in the following areas:   … Continue reading

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Five Things That Did Not Happen to Employers in 2013

It seems that the EEOC, the DOL, the NLRB, the unions and plaintiffs’ lawyers are always on the verge of doing something that causes headaches or worse for employers.  There were things employers feared or hoped for in 2013.  Here … Continue reading

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Tell Your CPA About This Program Right Away!

Most certified public accountants and other accounting professionals are not only employers themselves but also help their employer clients navigate many tricky waters.  We decided that our CPA clients and friends would benefit from a breakfast briefing on the hot … Continue reading

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Nevada Labor Commissioner Intends to Consider the USDOL Time Clock Rounding Rule Compliant With Nevada Law

    The Nevada Labor Commissioner recently issued an Advisory Opinion regarding time clock rounding.   The Commissioner had previously used a very strict interpretation of the wage statute to conclude that any rounding of time entries was unlawful.   … Continue reading

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Don’t Miss The Fisher & Phillips 2013 Employment Law Seminar

  It is already time for our annual employment law seminar.  Never have there been more legal developments for employers to keep up with. The Las Vegas presentation takes place on May 2, 2013 at: Tuscany Suites and Casino 255 … Continue reading

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Top Five 2013 Resolutions for Employers

The year 2013 will be another challenging year for employers. Unions and plaintiffs’ attorneys will be emboldened by the government’s aggressive post election energy.  If you don’t know what to do first here are five things to act on promptly. … Continue reading

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Beware of the Myths

A number of employers, even experienced or sophisticated employers sometimes believe, (or fool themselves in believing), some common myths about what is legal when it comes to employees.   Here are the some of the most common: MYTH #1        “Oh, I’ll … Continue reading

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Three Steps To Take Right Away

No matter how many employees you have or what industry you are in, the current economic climate provides a good breeding ground for several specific problems. Here is a short list of potential issues and steps you can take now: … Continue reading

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