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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
Navigating the complex landscape of wage and hour laws is essential for both employers and employees in Massachusetts. These laws govern various aspects of employment, including minimum wage, overtime pay, and meal breaks, ensuring fair treatment and compensation for workers. As a dedicated employment law attorney in Massachusetts, Attorney Adam Shafran aims to provide comprehensive guidance on wage and hour
The U.S. District Court for the District of Massachusetts has refused to reform a severance agreement entitling former executive to a $10.2 million severance payment, finding that the employer failed to establish the existence of a mutual mistake as to the severance payment amount. United States District Court of Massachusetts SUMMARY: (court decision – opens in PDF) “Dahua Technology USA Inc.
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
Navigating the complex landscape of wage and hour laws is essential for both employers and employees in Massachusetts. These laws govern various aspects of employment, including minimum wage, overtime pay, and meal breaks, ensuring fair treatment and compensation for workers. As a dedicated employment law attorney in Massachusetts, Attorney Adam Shafran aims to provide comprehensive guidance on wage and hour
The U.S. District Court for the District of Massachusetts has refused to reform a severance agreement entitling former executive to a $10.2 million severance payment, finding that the employer failed to establish the existence of a mutual mistake as to the severance payment amount. United States District Court of Massachusetts SUMMARY: (court decision – opens in PDF) “Dahua Technology USA Inc.
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