Overtime Regulations Article Roundup
This article originally appeared on the IDI blog on December 6, 2016.
On November 22nd, businesses suddenly suffered a whiplash as a Federal judge ruled the imminent overtime regulations to be illegal. Coming just four business days before the new regulations take effect on December 1st, organizations everywhere are scrambling to understand the implications.
Our monthly roundup features several articles to help you make sense of the current situation and plan a way forward.
Judge Suspends Overtime Rule
Via TLNT. A federal district court judge issued an order Tuesday temporarily stopping new rules on overtime pay from taking effect. Get the details here.
Congress Can Kill Overtime Rule For Good, But Court Might Revive It in The Meantime
Via Forbes. The judge who blocked the Dec. 1 rollout of Obama’s overtime rule included conflicting statements in his ruling, which the government might exploit to gain the rule a reprieve. So will the judge’s order stick or not?
Overtime Rule Delay Gives Opportunity to Fix Scheduling Practices
Via SHRM. Whether the December 1 overtime rule takes effect or not, employers now have the opportunity to address the underlying problem: Why are employees working overtime to begin with?
If They’re Revived: 9 Remarkable Overtime Rule Tips from DOL Insider
Via HR Morning. The overtime law may be in limbo, but it’s best to be prepared for its implementation. Here’s a DOL insider’s advice to employers.
OT Rules: The Impact on Workplace Culture, Productivity
Via Central Penn Business Journal. If the overtime rule goes into effect, how will it impact your company’s culture and productivity? Here are some effects to be ready for.
Unpaid Work Time Is Not Offset By Voluntary Payment
Via HRUSA. Employers should exercise great caution in considering any voluntary payments as an offset for the wages required by federal or state law.
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