12/02/2019
The Fair Labor Standards Act sets the federal minimum-wage and overtime rules. Contrary to what many workers seem to believe, it does not guarantee additional wage-related benefits such as vacation or sick-time pay. Employees whose employers provide such benefits can’t sue under the FLSA, claiming they weren’t paid as promised.
10/15/2019
Three Brownsville, Texas restaurants will pay 25 workers $78,440 in back wages and penalties following a U.S. Department of Labor investigation.