Morse, Barnes-Brown & Pendleton invites you to a complimentary breakfast program
on Wednesday, November 14th, 2012

THE CHALLENGE:

Wage and hour claims across the U.S. are at an all-time high. The laws governing the payment of wages, overtime pay, vacation pay, compensable working time and commissions, and the use of independent contractors, have become a leading source of employee claims and employer liability. Mistakes can be very costly because penalties in Massachusetts include mandatory treble damages and attorneys’ fees, as well as potential civil and criminal liability for individual corporate officers. Unfortunately for businesses, the rules in this area of the law are not always clear and misconceptions abound. Well-intentioned and otherwise law-abiding businesses are increasingly facing wage-related government investigations and employee lawsuits.

HOW WE WILL HELP YOU TO ADDRESS THE CHALLENGE:

We will identify the most common wage and hour challenges and employer misconceptions. We will review the governing rules and offer guidance and tips to help your business avoid unlawful pay practices and reduce employee wage claim risks. 

In addition, attendees will also bring to the program a wealth of knowledge and experience. Through discussion, we expect a very enlightening exchange of practical ideas and employer best practices.

 SPECIFIC QUESTIONS WE WILL COVER:

• What are the major pitfalls and areas of risk? What types of claims are being made?
• Who is exempt from overtime pay? What employer mistakes can cause the loss of exempt status?
• When and how frequently must employees be paid?
• What are the risks in deferring employee pay?
• What rules apply to vacation pay accruals and “use it or lose it vacation time policies”?
• When do commissions become “wages”?
• How should employers handle final pay, vacation pay, unpaid bonuses and unpaid commissions at termination?
• What is compensable “working time” in the age of PDAs and telecommuting?
• Who can be lawfully classified as an independent contractor under the Massachusetts Independent Contractor Law? Under other Massachusetts and Federal laws?

 This event is complimentary, but space is limited! Register today!