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Explore the Complexities of Overtime Laws: A Comprehensive Guide for Employers

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ALBANY, New York – Overtime laws vary across states in the United States, and it is crucial for employers to have a clear understanding of the regulations in their respective regions. These laws dictate the payment and time-off provisions for employees who work beyond their regular working hours. Businesses must comply with these laws to avoid legal consequences and protect the rights of their workers. In New York, for instance, the state’s labor laws require employers to pay their employees at a rate of 1.5 times their regular hourly wage for any hours worked beyond … Read more

Comprehensive Healthcare Accused of Shorting Workers $20 Million in Back Pay as Wage Trial Begins

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PITTSBURGH, PA – Employees at Comprehensive Healthcare’s facilities in Western Pennsylvania were allegedly not paid for all the hours they worked due to the company’s policy and practice, according to a lawyer from the U.S. Department of Labor. The attorney claimed that supervisors at the nursing care facilities were aware of the pay issues and sought help from the company’s administrators to address them. Despite submitting documentation and obtaining approvals, employees continued to be unpaid. The government estimates that Comprehensive owes its employees $20 million in unpaid back wages and potentially double that for damages. … Read more