U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission charged Wal-Mart for its unlawfully firing a long-time pharmacy employee because of a disability she suffered from a gunshot wound.
Glenda Crocamo, worked in Wal-mart since 1993, was fired after a gunshot accident, which damaged her spinal cord and required her to use a cane to walk, despiting her good successful job performance history.
EEOC filed a suit on behalf of her, seeking back wages, damages and changes in Wal-Mart policy.
OSHA Standards [29:1910.157 (L) Fire Protection] require that every employer provide portable fire extinguishers and shall mount, locate, and identify them so that they are readily accessible to employees without subjecting them to possible injury.
Friday, September 29, 2006
Thursday, September 28, 2006
Restaurant Pays $350,000 in harassment settlement
A Sunnyvale Kentucky Fried Chicken/Taco Bell franchise has agreed to pay $350,000 to settle charges of sexual harassment claimed by Latina immigrant workers.
On behalf of the workers, EEOC filed a federal lawsuit, claiming that the restaurant's manager repeatedly approached the women with unwelcome sexual propositions that created a hostile work environment.
Although denied the allegations, the company has agreed to settle the case for $349,800 and make some efforts to create a harmonious working environment.
On behalf of the workers, EEOC filed a federal lawsuit, claiming that the restaurant's manager repeatedly approached the women with unwelcome sexual propositions that created a hostile work environment.
Although denied the allegations, the company has agreed to settle the case for $349,800 and make some efforts to create a harmonious working environment.
Thursday, September 21, 2006
Oregon's Minimum Wage To Rise
Oregon's minimum wage will increase to $7.80 per hour next year under the state's annual cost-of living adjustment. The increase will take effect from Jan. 1.
The current minimum wage in Oregon is $7.60 per hour, the second highest in the nation. (Washington hits the highest minimum wage, $7.63 per hour.)
The federal minimum wage remains $5.15 per hour, which has not increased since 1997.
Minimum wage hike required labor law poster update.
The current minimum wage in Oregon is $7.60 per hour, the second highest in the nation. (Washington hits the highest minimum wage, $7.63 per hour.)
The federal minimum wage remains $5.15 per hour, which has not increased since 1997.
Minimum wage hike required labor law poster update.
Women Sued Restaurant For Sexual Harassment
A woman filed a sexual harassment complaint against a Hot Springs restaurant. She claimed that women worked in that restaurant were subjected to sexual comments and touching while working in the restaurant.
The employee has tried to alerted supervisors, but the harassment still went on. She was fired after she made the complaint.
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The employee has tried to alerted supervisors, but the harassment still went on. She was fired after she made the complaint.
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Thursday, September 07, 2006
Arkansas Labor Law Poster Update News September 05, 2006
AR has updated its Minimum Wage posting.
The new update must be displayed by all AR employers. Let PosterSolution help you remain in compliance.
Arkansas has updated its Minimum Wage posting to include the minimum wage hike.
Effective October 1, 2006, the minimum wage in Arkansas will increase from $5.15 an hour to $6.25. The minimum wage for tipped employees is $2.62 per hour as long as tips added to that bring the wage up to $6.25 per hour.
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Arkansas has updated its Minimum Wage posting to include the minimum wage hike.
Effective October 1, 2006, the minimum wage in Arkansas will increase from $5.15 an hour to $6.25. The minimum wage for tipped employees is $2.62 per hour as long as tips added to that bring the wage up to $6.25 per hour.
New posters can be obtained from http://www.postersolution.com/kansas-total-labor-law-poster/
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District of Columbia Labor Law Poster Update News - August 20, 2006
Washington DC has updated its Discrimination posting.
These new updates must be displayed by all DC employers. Let Postersolution help you remain in compliance.
The District of Columbia has updated its Discrimination posting with new law content and logos. The new law content was added in the newly updated posting regarding protection of "genetic information" and "gender identity and expression." Employers are forbidden to request, require, or administer a genetic test to employees or applicants for employment.
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The District of Columbia has updated its Discrimination posting with new law content and logos. The new law content was added in the newly updated posting regarding protection of "genetic information" and "gender identity and expression." Employers are forbidden to request, require, or administer a genetic test to employees or applicants for employment.
New posters can be obtained from http://www.postersolution.com/district-of-columbia-total-labor-law-poster/
Postersolution reminds you to post the newly updated labor law poster in your workplace.
California Labor Law Poster Update News July 7, 2006
CA has updated its Discrimination posting.
These new updates must be displayed by all CA employers. Let Postersolution help you remain in compliance.
California has updated its Discrimination posting.
New law content was added in the newly updated posting regarding required sexual harassment training for all supervisors, employer’s responsibility to reasonably accommodate an employee’s religious beliefs, and retaliation against a person who opposes, reports, or assists another person in opposing unlawful discrimination is prohibited.
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California has updated its Discrimination posting.
New law content was added in the newly updated posting regarding required sexual harassment training for all supervisors, employer’s responsibility to reasonably accommodate an employee’s religious beliefs, and retaliation against a person who opposes, reports, or assists another person in opposing unlawful discrimination is prohibited.
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Vermont Labor Law Poster Update News - June 16, 2006
VT has updated its Minimum Wage Rules and Family Leave postings.
These new updates must be displayed by all VT employers. Let Postersolution help you remain in compliance.
The VT labor law poster underwent two major changes which were implemented by the state in June.
The state of Vermont has updated its Minimum Wage Rules posting with new minimum wage amounts and tip credit amounts, and added language mandating annual minimum wage increases -- of 5% or the percentage increase of the Consumer Price Index -- every 1st of January starting 2007. It also added new law content allowing employers to provide an electronic itemized wage statement in lieu of a paper statement.
The state has also updated its Family Leave posting with new law content. It added "party to a civil union, parent, spouse, and parent of the employee's spouse" as protected categories under Family Leave.
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These new updates must be displayed by all VT employers. Let Postersolution help you remain in compliance.
The VT labor law poster underwent two major changes which were implemented by the state in June.
The state of Vermont has updated its Minimum Wage Rules posting with new minimum wage amounts and tip credit amounts, and added language mandating annual minimum wage increases -- of 5% or the percentage increase of the Consumer Price Index -- every 1st of January starting 2007. It also added new law content allowing employers to provide an electronic itemized wage statement in lieu of a paper statement.
The state has also updated its Family Leave posting with new law content. It added "party to a civil union, parent, spouse, and parent of the employee's spouse" as protected categories under Family Leave.
New posters can be obtained from http://www.postersolution.com/vermont-total-labor-law-poster/
Postersolution reminds you to post the newly updated labor law poster in your workplace.
Connecticut Labor Law Poster Update News April 22, 2006
Connecticut has updated its Wage Administrative Regulations, Discrimination, and Workers' Compensation postings.
These new updates must be displayed by all CT employers. Let Postersolution help you remain in compliance.
The CT labor law poster underwent three major changes which were implemented by the state in April.
The state of Connecticut has updated its Wage Administrative Regulations posting with new law content. It has removed old minimum wage amounts from previous years, and added new law content under Sec. 31-60-2 Gratuities as part of the minimum fair wage (b).
The state also updated its Discrimination posting and Workers' Compensation posting.
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Postersolution reminds you to post the newly updated labor law poster in your workplace.
These new updates must be displayed by all CT employers. Let Postersolution help you remain in compliance.
The CT labor law poster underwent three major changes which were implemented by the state in April.
The state of Connecticut has updated its Wage Administrative Regulations posting with new law content. It has removed old minimum wage amounts from previous years, and added new law content under Sec. 31-60-2 Gratuities as part of the minimum fair wage (b).
The state also updated its Discrimination posting and Workers' Compensation posting.
New posters can be obtained from http://www.postersolution.com/connecticut-total-labor-law-poster/
Postersolution reminds you to post the newly updated labor law poster in your workplace.
Kentucky Labor Law Poster Update News April 22, 2006
KY has updated its Child Labor, Wage and Hour, and Wage Discrimination postings.
These new updates must be displayed by all KY employers. Let Postersolution help you remain in compliance.
The KY labor law poster underwent three major changes which were implemented by the state in August.
The state has updated its Child Labor posting with new law content regarding meal breaks, occupations prohibited for minors, and proof of age requirements for minors.
The state also updated its Wage and Hour posting with new law content regarding overtime exemptions and employee record keeping requirements.
The Wage Discrimination Posting has also been updated, making explicit that employers are prohibited from discriminating between employees of the opposite sexes in the same establishment by paying different wage rates for comparable work.
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These new updates must be displayed by all KY employers. Let Postersolution help you remain in compliance.
The KY labor law poster underwent three major changes which were implemented by the state in August.
The state has updated its Child Labor posting with new law content regarding meal breaks, occupations prohibited for minors, and proof of age requirements for minors.
The state also updated its Wage and Hour posting with new law content regarding overtime exemptions and employee record keeping requirements.
The Wage Discrimination Posting has also been updated, making explicit that employers are prohibited from discriminating between employees of the opposite sexes in the same establishment by paying different wage rates for comparable work.
New posters can be obtained from http://www.postersolution.com/kentucky-total-labor-law-poster/
Postersolution reminds you to post the newly updated labor law poster in your workplace.
West Virginia Labor Law Poster Update News April 22, 2006
WV has updated its Minimum Wage and Unemployment Insurance postings.
These new updates must be displayed by all WV employers. Let Postersolution help you remain in compliance.
The WV labor law poster underwent two major changes which were implemented by the state in August.
West Virginia has updated its Minimum Wage posting to include the minimum wage hike.
Effective July 1, 2006, every employer shall pay to each employee a rate not less than $5.85 per hour. An employer may implement a 90-day training wage of $5.15 per hour for persons under 20 years of age when specific conditions are met. West Virginia's minimum wage applies to employers who have six or more employees in one location during any calendar week.
The state has also updated its Unemployment Insurance posting; the agency has released a new version of this posting with a new color requirement.
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Postersolution reminds you to post the newly updated labor law poster in your workplace.
These new updates must be displayed by all WV employers. Let Postersolution help you remain in compliance.
The WV labor law poster underwent two major changes which were implemented by the state in August.
West Virginia has updated its Minimum Wage posting to include the minimum wage hike.
Effective July 1, 2006, every employer shall pay to each employee a rate not less than $5.85 per hour. An employer may implement a 90-day training wage of $5.15 per hour for persons under 20 years of age when specific conditions are met. West Virginia's minimum wage applies to employers who have six or more employees in one location during any calendar week.
The state has also updated its Unemployment Insurance posting; the agency has released a new version of this posting with a new color requirement.
New posters can be obtained from http://www.postersolution.com/west-virginia-total-labor-law-poster/
Postersolution reminds you to post the newly updated labor law poster in your workplace.
Thursday, August 10, 2006
Massachusetts Passes New Minimum Wage
The Massachusetts Legislature passed H. 4781 unanimous on July 31, overriding Gov. Mitt Romney's July 28 veto.
This new minimum wage law that will increase the current rate of $6.75 to $7.50 on Jan. 1, 2007, then to $8 on Jan. 1, 2008. The increase will make Massachusetts the state with the highest minimum wage in the country.
However, study shows that even at $8 an hour, the minimum wage is not enough to afford a family in Massachusetts, where a family of four must earn at least $40,000 per year in order to afford housing, child care and utilities.
The last increase was in 2001.
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This new minimum wage law that will increase the current rate of $6.75 to $7.50 on Jan. 1, 2007, then to $8 on Jan. 1, 2008. The increase will make Massachusetts the state with the highest minimum wage in the country.
However, study shows that even at $8 an hour, the minimum wage is not enough to afford a family in Massachusetts, where a family of four must earn at least $40,000 per year in order to afford housing, child care and utilities.
The last increase was in 2001.
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BMW Paid $630,000 in Overtime Back Wages
Greer-based BMW Manufacturing Co. has agreed to pay nearly $630,000 in overtime back wages to 1,224 workers to resolve violations of FLSA overtime requirements.
BMW was found failed to pay employees for the time they spent donning and taking off required personal protective garb before clocking in and after clocking out of work.
Under the requirement of FLSA, employers should pay covered employees at least the federal minimum wage for all hours worked and time and one-half their regular rate of pay for hours worked over 40 in a week.
Spokeswoman for the Greer plant said checks for the computed back pay would be sent to affected employees and former employees within 90 days.
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BMW was found failed to pay employees for the time they spent donning and taking off required personal protective garb before clocking in and after clocking out of work.
Under the requirement of FLSA, employers should pay covered employees at least the federal minimum wage for all hours worked and time and one-half their regular rate of pay for hours worked over 40 in a week.
Spokeswoman for the Greer plant said checks for the computed back pay would be sent to affected employees and former employees within 90 days.
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Fox News Settles Sexual Harassment Suit
Fox News Channel has agreed to settle a lawsuit with four women who claimed that a vice president sexually harassed them.
The women alleged Joe Chillemi, vice president in the advertising and promotions department, used demeaning words to describe women, including women who were pregnant.
On behalf the plaintiffs, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission has submitted the settlement for approval in Manhattan federal court, including a total payout of $225,000 for the women.
The settlement also requires FNC to stake steps to provide further training on sexual harassment to its employees.
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The women alleged Joe Chillemi, vice president in the advertising and promotions department, used demeaning words to describe women, including women who were pregnant.
On behalf the plaintiffs, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission has submitted the settlement for approval in Manhattan federal court, including a total payout of $225,000 for the women.
The settlement also requires FNC to stake steps to provide further training on sexual harassment to its employees.
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Wednesday, July 19, 2006
72-year-old Sewage Treatment Plant Worker Get Paid $35,000 For Age Discrimination
72-year-old diesel engine mechanic, James Yu was paid $35,000 by the city of San Jose to settle his complaint of age discrimination.
James Yu filed a suit with EEOC in 2001 after an overnight position he interviewed for was left unfilled in 2001, claiming that he was denied a promotion because his superiors feared he would die on the overnight shift.
The city also agreed to train managers at the San Jose/Santa Clara water pollution and control plant in Alviso on how to avoid age discrimination.
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James Yu filed a suit with EEOC in 2001 after an overnight position he interviewed for was left unfilled in 2001, claiming that he was denied a promotion because his superiors feared he would die on the overnight shift.
The city also agreed to train managers at the San Jose/Santa Clara water pollution and control plant in Alviso on how to avoid age discrimination.
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City Worker Sued Mayor For Sexual Harassment
Elizabeth Miles, a city employee of Willoughby Hills, filed a federal sexual harassment complaint against Mayor Kenneth Lorenz. She claimed that Lorenz hugged and kissed her and sent her cards and text messages against her wishes during the first six months of this year.
Elizabeth Miles was hired on Dec. 26, 2005, and she filed the complaint in June with EEOC.
Lorenz said he thought Miles is actually doing a great job, and he was surprised to see this complaint.
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Elizabeth Miles was hired on Dec. 26, 2005, and she filed the complaint in June with EEOC.
Lorenz said he thought Miles is actually doing a great job, and he was surprised to see this complaint.
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Friday, July 14, 2006
Governor Signs Minimum Wage Raise Into Law
Gov. Mike Easley signed a bill that raises the state's minimum wage by one dollar to $6.15 per hour in North Carolina.
It's the first increase since 1997 in North Carolina. The current minimum wage in North Carolina is $ 5.15 per hour, same as the federal rate.
"In North Carolina, we are setting the bar high and we are changing our economy,? Easley said. "We are building a better workforce by providing the knowledge, talent and skill our citizens need to succeed in the global marketplace. This higher level of education is bringing in high-paying jobs, but raising the minimum wage helps our people make the needed transition to this new economy."
The new minimum wage will take effect in January, and more than 100,000 workers will get a raise.
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It's the first increase since 1997 in North Carolina. The current minimum wage in North Carolina is $ 5.15 per hour, same as the federal rate.
"In North Carolina, we are setting the bar high and we are changing our economy,? Easley said. "We are building a better workforce by providing the knowledge, talent and skill our citizens need to succeed in the global marketplace. This higher level of education is bringing in high-paying jobs, but raising the minimum wage helps our people make the needed transition to this new economy."
The new minimum wage will take effect in January, and more than 100,000 workers will get a raise.
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Rendell Signs Minimum Wage Hike
Pennsylvania Gov. Ed Rendell signed Pennsylvania Senate Bill 1090 on Sunday, which will increase the state minimum wage by $2 per hour.
The minimum wage will increase to $6.25 per hour on Jan. 1, 2007, then to $7.15 per hour on July 1, 2007.
Employers with the equivalent of 10 or fewer full-time employees can phase in the increase on a slower schedule. They will pay $5.65 an hour beginning Jan. 1, 2007; $6.65 beginning July 1, 2007; and $7.15 on July 1, 2008.
Pennsylvania is among the 22 states that approved an increase in its minimum wage since Congress last raised the federal minimum wage to $5.15 in 1997.
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The minimum wage will increase to $6.25 per hour on Jan. 1, 2007, then to $7.15 per hour on July 1, 2007.
Employers with the equivalent of 10 or fewer full-time employees can phase in the increase on a slower schedule. They will pay $5.65 an hour beginning Jan. 1, 2007; $6.65 beginning July 1, 2007; and $7.15 on July 1, 2008.
Pennsylvania is among the 22 states that approved an increase in its minimum wage since Congress last raised the federal minimum wage to $5.15 in 1997.
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Thursday, April 27, 2006
Minimum Wage Increases in Maine
Gov. John E. Baldacci signed LD 235, which would Maine's minimum wage to $6.75 an hour in October 2006, and $7 an hour in October 2007.
The current minimum wage in Maine is $6.50, $1.35 higher than the federal minimum wage. Maine is among the 17 states having minimum wages above the federal standard of $5.15 an hour.
The last time of minimum wage increase in Maine was two years ago.
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The current minimum wage in Maine is $6.50, $1.35 higher than the federal minimum wage. Maine is among the 17 states having minimum wages above the federal standard of $5.15 an hour.
The last time of minimum wage increase in Maine was two years ago.
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African-American Workers Sue Employer for $175M
Nine current and former employees of Super Steel Inc. of Glenville filed a class action suit in a U.S. federal district court in Albany yesterday, seeking $175 million for racial harassment and discrimination.
An African-American worker who named Criss Murphy alleged that on Jan. 3 he opened his locker to discover a stuffed gorilla, a noose around its neck, and a threatening racist message. He never returned to work at the Glenville plant since then.
The lawsuit seeks $25 million in compensatory damages and $150 million in punitive damages.
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An African-American worker who named Criss Murphy alleged that on Jan. 3 he opened his locker to discover a stuffed gorilla, a noose around its neck, and a threatening racist message. He never returned to work at the Glenville plant since then.
The lawsuit seeks $25 million in compensatory damages and $150 million in punitive damages.
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OSHA Notified 14,000 Workplaces for High Injury and Illness Rates
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) announced that they have sent letters to nearly 14,000 employers, notifying the employers that injury and illness rates at their worksites are higher than average.
OSHA is willing to help the employers fix safety and health hazards. The notification was a proactive step to encourage employers to take steps now to reduce injury and illness rates improve the safety and health environment in their workplaces.
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OSHA is willing to help the employers fix safety and health hazards. The notification was a proactive step to encourage employers to take steps now to reduce injury and illness rates improve the safety and health environment in their workplaces.
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Thursday, April 06, 2006
DOL Announces $1 Million Grant to Aid Dislocated Auto Industry Workers in Oklahoma
U.S. Secretary of Labor Elaine L. Chao announced a $1 million grant to assist workers who were affected by plant closings at General Motors (GM) in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.
The secretary said that this $1 million grant will provide career counseling, skills training, job search and other assistance to connect these workers with new opportunities for successful careers."
The layoffs began at Feb. 17, while the plant closed in the Oklahoma City location.
The projects funded by the grant announced today will be operated in five local areas, including Big Five Community Services Inc., Central Oklahoma Workforce Investment Board, East Central Workforce Investment Board, Norman Economic Development Coalition, and South Central Workforce Investment Board.
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The secretary said that this $1 million grant will provide career counseling, skills training, job search and other assistance to connect these workers with new opportunities for successful careers."
The layoffs began at Feb. 17, while the plant closed in the Oklahoma City location.
The projects funded by the grant announced today will be operated in five local areas, including Big Five Community Services Inc., Central Oklahoma Workforce Investment Board, East Central Workforce Investment Board, Norman Economic Development Coalition, and South Central Workforce Investment Board.
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Sunday, March 26, 2006
Kentucky House passed Jockey workers' compensation bill
The Kentucky House voted 83-12 on Friday to pass workers' compensation coverage to jockeys in the Kentucky.
House Bill 191 would create the Kentucky Jockey Injury Fund. It would be financed through a takeout of one-tenth of 1% of total wagering on Kentucky races.
The bill also would create the Kentucky Jockey Injury Corp. to buy workers' comp insurance for licensed jockeys and apprentices.
Carolyn Belcher, the representative who guided the legislation through the House, said, "The jockeys would be considered employees of the injury corporation for coverage purposes." Trainers would be required to purchase coverage for exercise riders.
The bill now returns to the Senate for a concurrence vote on House amendments.
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House Bill 191 would create the Kentucky Jockey Injury Fund. It would be financed through a takeout of one-tenth of 1% of total wagering on Kentucky races.
The bill also would create the Kentucky Jockey Injury Corp. to buy workers' comp insurance for licensed jockeys and apprentices.
Carolyn Belcher, the representative who guided the legislation through the House, said, "The jockeys would be considered employees of the injury corporation for coverage purposes." Trainers would be required to purchase coverage for exercise riders.
The bill now returns to the Senate for a concurrence vote on House amendments.
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Friday, March 24, 2006
Construction Company Fined for Child Labor
Paragon Contractors, a construction company in Hildale was fined $10,395 for using child labor, announced by the U.S. Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division.
Paragon, owned by Brian Jessop, had two boys, ages 12 and 13, working on residential home construction jobs in 2005. A 15-year-old boy was hired to operate table saw.
The department ordered Paragon to pay the boys $3,296 in back wages, and fined the company $10,395 for violating the federal law.
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Paragon, owned by Brian Jessop, had two boys, ages 12 and 13, working on residential home construction jobs in 2005. A 15-year-old boy was hired to operate table saw.
The department ordered Paragon to pay the boys $3,296 in back wages, and fined the company $10,395 for violating the federal law.
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Gov. Vetoed Workers' Comp Bill
Governor Kathleen Sebelius vetoed a bill Tuesday. She said the bill would lower compensation settlements for workers injured on the job.
The bill aims to protect employers from paying benefits when a worker's job-related injury aggravates a pre-existing condition. It would allow a doctor to determine whether a disability caused by an on-the-job injury might be due, in part, to a health condition, which could be used to reduce the compensation settlement.
Kansas' workers' compensation is among of the lowest in the nation, and the rates will decline 2 percent this year without the bill.
The Senate approved the bill 28-12, while the House approved by 67 approvals, shorts of 10 approvals to override the veto.
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The bill aims to protect employers from paying benefits when a worker's job-related injury aggravates a pre-existing condition. It would allow a doctor to determine whether a disability caused by an on-the-job injury might be due, in part, to a health condition, which could be used to reduce the compensation settlement.
Kansas' workers' compensation is among of the lowest in the nation, and the rates will decline 2 percent this year without the bill.
The Senate approved the bill 28-12, while the House approved by 67 approvals, shorts of 10 approvals to override the veto.
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Thursday, March 16, 2006
Fidelity National Financial Paid Over $778,000 For Back Wages
The U.S. Labor Department announced that Fidelity National Financial agreed to pay a total of $778,392 in back wages to 1,895 workers, who had not been paid in accordance with provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).
The calculations to determine overtime rates were incorrect because they did not include commissions paid to employees covered by the FLSA.
To ensure the overtime will be properly compensated in the future, DOL has helped the employers change the payroll system.
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The calculations to determine overtime rates were incorrect because they did not include commissions paid to employees covered by the FLSA.
To ensure the overtime will be properly compensated in the future, DOL has helped the employers change the payroll system.
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Michigan Senate approved minimum wage hike
The Michigan Senate Tuesday passed a bill 19-16 that would raise the minimum wage $1.80 an hour. Minimum-wage workers would get a raise from $5.15 to $6.95, by increasing the current minimum wage of $6.50 to $6.75 this October and then to $7 in October of 2007.
The state's minimum wage has not been increased in nine years. Business groups have lobbied against the increase, saying it could hurt the state's job market without helping large numbers of wage earners.
The House next week will likely approve Senate-passed plan that would further boost the wage to $7.15 on July 1, 2007 and to $7.40 on July 1, 2008.
Gov. Jennifer Granholm says she'll sign the bill if passed by the House.
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The state's minimum wage has not been increased in nine years. Business groups have lobbied against the increase, saying it could hurt the state's job market without helping large numbers of wage earners.
The House next week will likely approve Senate-passed plan that would further boost the wage to $7.15 on July 1, 2007 and to $7.40 on July 1, 2008.
Gov. Jennifer Granholm says she'll sign the bill if passed by the House.
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Wednesday, February 15, 2006
Schools change sexual harassment policy because of six-year-old
The Brockton School Department will change its sexual harassment policy because of a six-year-old.
The 6-year-old boy was suspended for putting his fingers in a female student's waistband.
The boy's mother, Berthena Dorinvil, said her son was simply playing, and obviously, a six-year-old can't understand what sexual harassment is.
Brockton public school officials have apologized to the boy's parents and agreed to transfer the child to another school.
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The 6-year-old boy was suspended for putting his fingers in a female student's waistband.
The boy's mother, Berthena Dorinvil, said her son was simply playing, and obviously, a six-year-old can't understand what sexual harassment is.
Brockton public school officials have apologized to the boy's parents and agreed to transfer the child to another school.
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OSHA Cites Lone Star Bakery for Safety and Health Violations
Lone Star Bakery Inc., a San Antonio bakery company, was cited of OSHA for failing to adequately protect employees from breathing a toxic substance.
After the investigation, OSHA found that the company did not have an effective emergency plan in place under OSHA's "process safety management" standard.
OSHA cited the company for one alleged willful and 10 alleged serious violations of health and safety standards. The willful violation was issued for failing to provide employees with proper respiratory protection when responding to an emergency involving chemical leaks. The serious violations included failing to: properly train employees on the operation of opening and shutting down valves containing hazardous chemicals; provide adequate machine guarding on baking equipment; protect employees from electrical hazards, and properly inspect forklift equipment.
The proposed penalties totaled up $78,300.
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After the investigation, OSHA found that the company did not have an effective emergency plan in place under OSHA's "process safety management" standard.
OSHA cited the company for one alleged willful and 10 alleged serious violations of health and safety standards. The willful violation was issued for failing to provide employees with proper respiratory protection when responding to an emergency involving chemical leaks. The serious violations included failing to: properly train employees on the operation of opening and shutting down valves containing hazardous chemicals; provide adequate machine guarding on baking equipment; protect employees from electrical hazards, and properly inspect forklift equipment.
The proposed penalties totaled up $78,300.
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Thursday, January 19, 2006
OSHA Reminds Employers to Post Injury/Illness Summaries Beginning February 1
Beginning February 1, employers are required by OSHA to post a summary of the total number of job-related injuries and illnesses that occurred last year.
Employers are only required to post the Summary (OSHA Form 300A) – not the OSHA 300 Log – from Feb.1 to Apr. 30.
Total numbers of job-related injuries and illnesses that occurred in 2005 should be listed in the summary. Employment information about annual average number of employees and total hours worked during the calendar year also is required to assist in calculating incidence rates.
The form should be displayed in a common area wherever notices to employees are usually posted.
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Employers are only required to post the Summary (OSHA Form 300A) – not the OSHA 300 Log – from Feb.1 to Apr. 30.
Total numbers of job-related injuries and illnesses that occurred in 2005 should be listed in the summary. Employment information about annual average number of employees and total hours worked during the calendar year also is required to assist in calculating incidence rates.
The form should be displayed in a common area wherever notices to employees are usually posted.
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Minimum Wage Increases to $ 6.15 per hour in Maryland
The Maryland General Assembly voted Tuesday to increase the minimum wage to $6.15 per hour, overriding a veto by Gov. Robert Ehrlich.
The state Senate voted 30-17 overriding the governor's veto of a bill passed last year. The new state minimum wage is $1 more than the federal government demands.The new rate will take affect in Maryland Feb. 16.
Maryland joins 17 other states, plus Washington, D.C., that have a minimum wage above the federal mandate rate of $5.15 per hour.
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The state Senate voted 30-17 overriding the governor's veto of a bill passed last year. The new state minimum wage is $1 more than the federal government demands.The new rate will take affect in Maryland Feb. 16.
Maryland joins 17 other states, plus Washington, D.C., that have a minimum wage above the federal mandate rate of $5.15 per hour.
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Thursday, January 12, 2006
OSHA Cites Horsehead Corp. for Chemical Hazard
Horsehead Corp., a zinc manufacturing company, was cited for alleged safety and health violations by OSHA, which proposed a fine of $186,750.
OSHA began an investigation of Monaca, Pa.-based Horsehead after a July accident in which an employee stepped into an uncovered condenser pit full of molten zinc and sustained severe leg burns.
OSHA also issued 27 serious citations with proposed fines totaling $111,150 for alleged violations, including failure to use an approved safety platform and provide guardrails or protection barriers.
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OSHA began an investigation of Monaca, Pa.-based Horsehead after a July accident in which an employee stepped into an uncovered condenser pit full of molten zinc and sustained severe leg burns.
OSHA also issued 27 serious citations with proposed fines totaling $111,150 for alleged violations, including failure to use an approved safety platform and provide guardrails or protection barriers.
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Maine launched a new online unemployment claiming service
The Maine Department of Labor has launched a new online service to help residents file of weekly unemployment claims for Unemployment Insurance Benefits.
Maine residents who have lost their jobs can file weekly unemployment claims 24 hours a day, seven days a week with the new Internet-based system. The site can be found at www.file4ui.com or by visiting the Maine Department of Labor Web site at www.maine.gov/labor.
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Maine residents who have lost their jobs can file weekly unemployment claims 24 hours a day, seven days a week with the new Internet-based system. The site can be found at www.file4ui.com or by visiting the Maine Department of Labor Web site at www.maine.gov/labor.
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Women in German bank sued for discrimination
Six female employees who work in the investment bank Dresdner Kleinwort Wasserstein (DKW) filed a $1.4 billion discrimination lawsuit, claimed that women in the company were hired as "eye candy" and one was referred to as "the Pamela Anderson of trading".
It's said women were denied top jobs and paid less. The company still maintains a corporate culture that excludes and demeans women.
The lawsuit also said, “Although we live in 2006, the 'glass ceiling' is alive and well at this German investment bank, where women are treated as second-class citizens with respect to all of the terms and conditions of their employment."
The situation DKW faces just like Morgan Stanley bank faced one year ago. Morgan Stanley bank paid $54 million (£30 million) to settle discrimination charges brought by a female trader and 340 other women workers.
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It's said women were denied top jobs and paid less. The company still maintains a corporate culture that excludes and demeans women.
The lawsuit also said, “Although we live in 2006, the 'glass ceiling' is alive and well at this German investment bank, where women are treated as second-class citizens with respect to all of the terms and conditions of their employment."
The situation DKW faces just like Morgan Stanley bank faced one year ago. Morgan Stanley bank paid $54 million (£30 million) to settle discrimination charges brought by a female trader and 340 other women workers.
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Thursday, January 05, 2006
72-year-old Woman Sues For Discrimination
Martha MacDonald, who is 72 years old, accused a Chicopee candy distributor of age, disability and gender discrimination.
MacDonald has worked for Everson Distributing Company for about 25 years. She was a production supervisor until September 2004, when she was sidelined with health problems. She claimed that when she returned to work, she was demoted and denied pay raises for her age and other factors.
MacDonald is seeking a minimum of $80,000 in lost wages, benefits, compensation for emotional distress and legal fees.
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MacDonald has worked for Everson Distributing Company for about 25 years. She was a production supervisor until September 2004, when she was sidelined with health problems. She claimed that when she returned to work, she was demoted and denied pay raises for her age and other factors.
MacDonald is seeking a minimum of $80,000 in lost wages, benefits, compensation for emotional distress and legal fees.
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Friday, December 30, 2005
Missouri's Workers' Compensation changed
Beginning January 1, 2006, there will be no legal adviser in Missouri to give technical help to those filing workers' compensation claims.
Under the old workers' compensation system, legal adviser and administrative-law judge can give advice to workers, the former could offer technical help while the latter can make recommendations before approving the final award.
More than 70 labor groups have filed a lawsuit, alleging that the new legislation "reduces the rights of employees so greatly that it denies them justice for their injuries."
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Under the old workers' compensation system, legal adviser and administrative-law judge can give advice to workers, the former could offer technical help while the latter can make recommendations before approving the final award.
More than 70 labor groups have filed a lawsuit, alleging that the new legislation "reduces the rights of employees so greatly that it denies them justice for their injuries."
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Psychological conditions are ineligible for workers' compensation in Ohio
The Ohio Supreme Court ruled on Wednesday that psychological conditions are ineligible for workers' compensation based on Kimberly McCrone's case.
Kimberly McCrone, a former bank teller in Bank One Corp., has not been able to return to work since confronted by a robbery in August 2001. She has been diagnosed with post-traumatic stress disorder.
The 5-2 ruling said that workers' compensation payments can be applied to the disabled workers for work-related psychological conditions only if the same incident causes a physical injury.
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Kimberly McCrone, a former bank teller in Bank One Corp., has not been able to return to work since confronted by a robbery in August 2001. She has been diagnosed with post-traumatic stress disorder.
The 5-2 ruling said that workers' compensation payments can be applied to the disabled workers for work-related psychological conditions only if the same incident causes a physical injury.
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Wednesday, December 21, 2005
Ex-workers Sue Boeing for Age Discrimination
75 former Boeing Co. employees filed a federal lawsuit against the Boeing Company and the buyers of its commercial aircraft operations in Kansas and Oklahoma. The plaintiffs are seeking class-action status, and 300 former workers have agreed to be part of the suit.
The workers are seeking their jobs back, along with unspecified compensatory damages.
They also asked for at least $1.5 billion in punitive damages.According to the complaint, nearly 14 percent of workers above age 50 were not offered jobs, compared with 4 percent under the age of 40.
Boeing declined immediate comment for they claimed that the company had not received a copy of the complaint.
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The workers are seeking their jobs back, along with unspecified compensatory damages.
They also asked for at least $1.5 billion in punitive damages.According to the complaint, nearly 14 percent of workers above age 50 were not offered jobs, compared with 4 percent under the age of 40.
Boeing declined immediate comment for they claimed that the company had not received a copy of the complaint.
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Santa Fe's minimum wage to raise to $9.50 next year
Santa Fe's City Council rejected a proposal by Councilor David Pfeffer to postpone the scheduled increase for at least six months last Wednesday. Santa Fe's minimum wage will rise to $9.50 an hour on Jan. 1. The minimum wage in the city is $4.35 above the state's minimum wage.
Councilors voted 7-1 to let the $9.50 an hour wage go into effect. However, a council vote is required on the next increase, to $10.50 in 2008.
More than 60 people support he city's minimum wage raise while 5 prefer to postpone the increase.
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Councilors voted 7-1 to let the $9.50 an hour wage go into effect. However, a council vote is required on the next increase, to $10.50 in 2008.
More than 60 people support he city's minimum wage raise while 5 prefer to postpone the increase.
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Thursday, December 15, 2005
Former California patrol officer convicted of fraud
A former California Highway Patrol officer, Michael P. Jones, was convicted of fraud on abuse of the workplace injury system.
While being an officer in Coalinga, Calif., Jones made three bogus workers' compensation claims from 2002 to 2004. The judge dismissed all but the 2004 charges, in which Jones claimed injuries to his lower back.
A key piece of evidence was a videotape of a terrorist readiness drill in which Jones was seen running and engaging in other activities while playing the role of a terrorist storming Fresno.
Jones will be sentenced Jan. 27, and faces anything from probation to eight years in prison. But Jones and his family believe that he is innocent of these charges.
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While being an officer in Coalinga, Calif., Jones made three bogus workers' compensation claims from 2002 to 2004. The judge dismissed all but the 2004 charges, in which Jones claimed injuries to his lower back.
A key piece of evidence was a videotape of a terrorist readiness drill in which Jones was seen running and engaging in other activities while playing the role of a terrorist storming Fresno.
Jones will be sentenced Jan. 27, and faces anything from probation to eight years in prison. But Jones and his family believe that he is innocent of these charges.
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