Overtime

Texas Judge Reverses New Overtime Pay Regulation, Restores Earlier Wage Standards

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A federal judge in Texas has issued a ruling that halts a recent regulation aimed at expanding overtime pay eligibility, effectively reverting to the previous standards that had governed wage and hour rules. The decision comes as a setback to labor advocates who had championed the update as a necessary boost for middle-class earnings. The regulation, which was set to go into effect, would have raised the salary threshold for automatic overtime pay eligibility from $455 per week to $913 per week. This change would have extended overtime protections to millions more American workers, including … Read more

Federal Judge in Texas Halts Expansion of Overtime Pay Eligibility for Millions of Salaried Workers

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SHERMAN, Texas — A significant decision emerged from a Texas federal court on Friday, where a judge permanently blocked the implementation of a Biden administration rule that aimed to extend overtime pay eligibility to an additional 4 million salaried U.S. workers. U.S. District Judge Sean Jordan ruled that the measure, initiated by the U.S. Department of Labor and set to take effect in July, incorrectly prioritized workers’ salaries over their job duties in determining eligibility for overtime compensation. The contentious rule had sparked legal challenges from the state of Texas and various business organizations across … Read more

Chief Judge Raises Concerns as County Hires 23 New Bailiffs, Slashes Overtime Budget

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Milwaukee, WI – Milwaukee County is set to introduce 23 new court bailiffs into its judicial system, while simultaneously slashing overtime pay, a move that has stirred concerns among local judges, including the Chief Judge. This adjustment is part of a broader county initiative to enhance courtroom safety and efficiency but has raised questions about the impact on current staff and overall court operations. The decision to add bailiffs comes in response to increasing demands for security and order in courts, which have seen a gradual rise in case backlogs and security incidents over recent … Read more

Unlocking the Secrets to Workstyle Reform: A Deep Dive into Japan’s Overtime Regulations on the Latest ‘Cross-Border Catch-Up’ Podcast

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Atlanta, Georgia — A recent episode of the podcast series “Cross-Border Catch-Up” featured discussions centered around Japan’s legislation and corporate practices concerning overtime work, reflecting a global interest in work-life balance reform. Hosted by Skye Hao from Atlanta and Goli Rahimi from Chicago, the discussion delved into the nuances of Japan’s approach to managing excessive working hours, which has been a long-standing issue affecting many workers in the country. Japan’s overtime regulations, including the well-known Article 36 agreements, were central to the conversation. These agreements are crucial as they govern the compensation and legality of … Read more