Nepotism And Favoritism In The Workplace
Nepotism is a reality in many Louisiana workplaces. But is it against the law? And what makes an effective nepotism policy? Click to learn more.
What To Do About Workplace Harassment
Many people facing workplace harassment don’t know what to do or where to turn. Click here to learn what steps you should take if there is harassment in your workplace.
FLSA Overtime Exemptions – Retail Sales Exemption
The FLSA provides an overtime exemption for commissioned retail salespeople – but only if certain strict conditions are met. Click to learn more.
FLSA Overtime Exemptions – The Learned Professional Exemption
Learned professionals and creative professionals are exempt from overtime pay. However, there are specific requirements before an employee qualifies for these exemptions. Click to learn more.
FLSA Overtime Exemptions – The Administrative Exemption
Salaried administrative employees are exempt from overtime pay. But what is an “administrative” worker? Click to learn more.
FLSA Overtime Exemptions – The Executive Exemption
Many managerial employees are exempt from overtime pay. But merely calling someone a manager isn’t enough. Click to learn more about the executive exemption.
FLSA Overtime Exemptions – The Salary Basis
The first post in a series addressing the FLSA white collar exemptions. What qualifies as a “salary” under the law? Click to learn more.
Overtime Exemptions Under the Fair Labor Standards Act
Conventional wisdom says that salaried employees are ineligible for overtime. However, this is an oversimplification, and many salaried employees are in fact legally entitled to overtime pay. Click here to learn more.
Can Louisiana Employers Ban Firearms From The Workplace?
Can Louisiana employers ban employees from carrying guns from the premises? The answer is generally yes, but some exceptions apply. Click to learn more.
Can A Company Forbid Workers From Discussing Salaries?
Some employers employees from discussing salaries or pay rates with co-workers. These policies violate federal law. Click to learn more.