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Disputes over unpaid bonuses and commissions are a common issue faced by employees in Massachusetts, particularly upon termination. As employment law attorneys, we aim to provide clarity on this topic, helping you understand your rights and the legal remedies available. This article will discuss Massachusetts laws and regulations regarding unpaid bonuses and commissions, typical scenarios of disputes, and the steps
A Superior Court judge has rejected a motion for summary judgment brought by Lighthouse Life Science Partners LLC that argued the plaintiff-employee was precluded as a matter of law from bringing Wage Act claims because the employee was also a minority member of the LLC. Massachusetts Superior Court SUMMARY: (court decision – opens in PDF) Where a defendant limited liability company
When it comes to employment law, one critical issue that employees often face is receiving all wages owed to them promptly upon termination. In Massachusetts, state law is clear on this matter: employers must pay an employee all earned wages on the day of termination. This requirement is a key protection for employees and is strictly enforced. It is important
The Massachusetts Appeals Court has affirmed a Superior Court ruling that a Herb Chambers’ management company is the joint employer of all Herb Chambers’ dealership employees. Massachusetts Appeals Court SUMMARY: (court decision – opens in PDF) “Claiming violations of the Massachusetts wage laws, the plaintiff, Sakiroh Tran, sued not only the car dealership where she works as a parts advisor, but
A judge in the Business Litigation Session in Suffolk Superior Court has granted class certification and denied an employer summary judgment on an unpaid overtime claim brought on behalf of so-called Residential Energy Specialists employed by RISE Engineering. Massachusetts Superior Court SUMMARY: (court decision – opens in PDF) “Darrin Duty, a former employee of Thielsch Engineering, Inc. d/b/a RISE Engineering (‘RISE’),
Whether you’re an executive seeking to negotiate a new contract or an employer looking to draft an employment contract, understanding the nuances of these agreements is crucial. Why Executive Employment Agreements Matter Executive employment agreements are your legal shield in the complex corporate world. These contracts establish the terms and conditions of an executive’s employment, covering everything from salary and
A U.S. District Court judge for the District of Massachusetts has granted a motion for conditional certification of FLSA claims brought against Seasons Corner Market for unlawfully rounding employees’ time worked. United States District Court of Massachusetts SUMMARY: (court decision – opens in PDF) “This is a putative collective and class action brought for nonpayment of wages to cashiers and
Independent contractors play a vital role in the U.S. economy, providing services to businesses and individuals on a project basis. However, employers often misclassify employees as independent contractors to avoid paying benefits, taxes, and to sidestep various employment laws. As a result, independent contractors need to be wary of misclassification by their employers and understand their rights under federal and
A U.S. District Court judge for the District of Massachusetts has denied an employer’s motion to dismiss, finding that bonuses which are non-discretionary, as well as unreimbursed employee expenses, including travel expenses can be protected by the Massachusetts Wage Act. United States District Court of Massachusetts SUMMARY: (court decision – opens in PDF) “Plaintiff George Serebrennikov’s Amended Complaint [Doc. No.
The Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court has held that Jordan’s Furniture’s pay plan for its sales employees violates Massachusetts overtime law by unlawfully utilizing draws against commissions to cover its overtime obligations. The SJC makes clear that employers cannot use commissions or draws against commissions to cover the overtime compensation owed to employees. Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court SUMMARY: (court decision – opens
Disputes over unpaid bonuses and commissions are a common issue faced by employees in Massachusetts, particularly upon termination. As employment law attorneys, we aim to provide clarity on this topic, helping you understand your rights and the legal remedies available. This article will discuss Massachusetts laws and regulations regarding unpaid bonuses and commissions, typical scenarios of disputes, and the steps
A Superior Court judge has rejected a motion for summary judgment brought by Lighthouse Life Science Partners LLC that argued the plaintiff-employee was precluded as a matter of law from bringing Wage Act claims because the employee was also a minority member of the LLC. Massachusetts Superior Court SUMMARY: (court decision – opens in PDF) Where a defendant limited liability company
When it comes to employment law, one critical issue that employees often face is receiving all wages owed to them promptly upon termination. In Massachusetts, state law is clear on this matter: employers must pay an employee all earned wages on the day of termination. This requirement is a key protection for employees and is strictly enforced. It is important
The Massachusetts Appeals Court has affirmed a Superior Court ruling that a Herb Chambers’ management company is the joint employer of all Herb Chambers’ dealership employees. Massachusetts Appeals Court SUMMARY: (court decision – opens in PDF) “Claiming violations of the Massachusetts wage laws, the plaintiff, Sakiroh Tran, sued not only the car dealership where she works as a parts advisor, but
A judge in the Business Litigation Session in Suffolk Superior Court has granted class certification and denied an employer summary judgment on an unpaid overtime claim brought on behalf of so-called Residential Energy Specialists employed by RISE Engineering. Massachusetts Superior Court SUMMARY: (court decision – opens in PDF) “Darrin Duty, a former employee of Thielsch Engineering, Inc. d/b/a RISE Engineering (‘RISE’),
Whether you’re an executive seeking to negotiate a new contract or an employer looking to draft an employment contract, understanding the nuances of these agreements is crucial. Why Executive Employment Agreements Matter Executive employment agreements are your legal shield in the complex corporate world. These contracts establish the terms and conditions of an executive’s employment, covering everything from salary and
A U.S. District Court judge for the District of Massachusetts has granted a motion for conditional certification of FLSA claims brought against Seasons Corner Market for unlawfully rounding employees’ time worked. United States District Court of Massachusetts SUMMARY: (court decision – opens in PDF) “This is a putative collective and class action brought for nonpayment of wages to cashiers and
Independent contractors play a vital role in the U.S. economy, providing services to businesses and individuals on a project basis. However, employers often misclassify employees as independent contractors to avoid paying benefits, taxes, and to sidestep various employment laws. As a result, independent contractors need to be wary of misclassification by their employers and understand their rights under federal and
A U.S. District Court judge for the District of Massachusetts has denied an employer’s motion to dismiss, finding that bonuses which are non-discretionary, as well as unreimbursed employee expenses, including travel expenses can be protected by the Massachusetts Wage Act. United States District Court of Massachusetts SUMMARY: (court decision – opens in PDF) “Plaintiff George Serebrennikov’s Amended Complaint [Doc. No.
The Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court has held that Jordan’s Furniture’s pay plan for its sales employees violates Massachusetts overtime law by unlawfully utilizing draws against commissions to cover its overtime obligations. The SJC makes clear that employers cannot use commissions or draws against commissions to cover the overtime compensation owed to employees. Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court SUMMARY: (court decision – opens
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