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On August 4, 2023, Attorney Shafran , on behalf of a former employee, filed suit against a paving and excavating company and its principals (collectively “Defendants”) alleging that the Defendants: (1) violated the Massachusetts prevailing wage law, G.L. c. 149, §26-27 et seq., as a result of the Defendants’ failure to pay the Plaintiff the applicable prevailing wage for all
On July 20, 2023, Attorney Shafran, on behalf of a former employee, filed suit against a construction company and its principals (collectively “Defendants”) alleging that the Defendants’ failed to pay the employee all wages due in a timely manner in violation of G.L. c. 149, § 148 (the Massachusetts Wage Act), and failed to pay the employee overtime compensation for
Many employees in Massachusetts are required to be “on-call” outside of their regular working hours, which means that they must be available to work if called upon by their employer. However, it is important for both employees and employers to understand whether on-call time is compensable under Massachusetts law. We explain whether employees are entitled to be compensated for on-call
The Basics of Non-Compete Agreements: Non-compete agreements are contractual agreements between employers and employees that restrict employees from engaging in certain competitive activities for a specific period of time and within a defined geographic area after leaving their current employment. These agreements aim to protect employers’ confidential information, trade secrets, customer relationships, and other legitimate business interests. Legal Requirements in
The term “cause” is commonly used in employment contracts and plays a crucial role in the termination of an employee’s contract. Understanding this term is essential for both employers and employees, as it outlines the circumstances under which an employment agreement can be terminated without severance or other benefits. What is Cause in an Employment Agreement? In the context of
A U.S. District Court Judge has granted summary judgment in favor of the U.S. Department of Labor, ruling that F.W. Webb Inside Sales Representatives were misclassified as exempt employees and improperly denied overtime compensation. United States District Court SUMMARY: (court decision – opens in PDF) “Plaintiff Julie Su, the Acting Secretary of the United States Department of Labor (‘the ‘Secretary’),
As an employee who works at multiple rates of pay in a single workweek, it is important to understand how overtime pay is calculated. In Massachusetts, the calculation of overtime pay can be complex for employees who work at multiple rates of pay in a single workweek. This article will explain how overtime pay is calculated in such situations. What
A U.S. District Court judge has denied an employer’s motion to dismiss, holding that an employer’s requirement that employees repay so-called training costs may constitute a wage violation. United States District Court SUMMARY: (court decision – opens in PDF) “Plaintiffs Christopher Connor McClain (‘McClain’), Dennis Abramov (‘Abramov’), Miles Collins (‘Collins’), Jeffrey Butler Hanson, Jr. (‘Hanson’), Ricky LeBlanc (‘LeBlanc’), Samuel Shepherd
A U.S. District Court judge has denied a motion to dismiss a Virginia-based employee’s Massachusetts Wage Act and 151 discrimination claims, finding that the employer’s Massachusetts headquarters, the employee’s regular communication with Massachusetts-based employees, and the employee’s business travel to Massachusetts was sufficient to state a claim for violation of Massachusetts law. United States District Court SUMMARY: (court decision – opens
Domestic workers play a vital role in households across Massachusetts, providing essential care and support for families and individuals. However, they are often subject to unique vulnerabilities and challenges in the workplace. As such, it is important for both domestic workers and their employers to understand the legal protections that are available under Massachusetts law. This article will explain the
On August 4, 2023, Attorney Shafran , on behalf of a former employee, filed suit against a paving and excavating company and its principals (collectively “Defendants”) alleging that the Defendants: (1) violated the Massachusetts prevailing wage law, G.L. c. 149, §26-27 et seq., as a result of the Defendants’ failure to pay the Plaintiff the applicable prevailing wage for all
On July 20, 2023, Attorney Shafran, on behalf of a former employee, filed suit against a construction company and its principals (collectively “Defendants”) alleging that the Defendants’ failed to pay the employee all wages due in a timely manner in violation of G.L. c. 149, § 148 (the Massachusetts Wage Act), and failed to pay the employee overtime compensation for
Many employees in Massachusetts are required to be “on-call” outside of their regular working hours, which means that they must be available to work if called upon by their employer. However, it is important for both employees and employers to understand whether on-call time is compensable under Massachusetts law. We explain whether employees are entitled to be compensated for on-call
The Basics of Non-Compete Agreements: Non-compete agreements are contractual agreements between employers and employees that restrict employees from engaging in certain competitive activities for a specific period of time and within a defined geographic area after leaving their current employment. These agreements aim to protect employers’ confidential information, trade secrets, customer relationships, and other legitimate business interests. Legal Requirements in
The term “cause” is commonly used in employment contracts and plays a crucial role in the termination of an employee’s contract. Understanding this term is essential for both employers and employees, as it outlines the circumstances under which an employment agreement can be terminated without severance or other benefits. What is Cause in an Employment Agreement? In the context of
A U.S. District Court Judge has granted summary judgment in favor of the U.S. Department of Labor, ruling that F.W. Webb Inside Sales Representatives were misclassified as exempt employees and improperly denied overtime compensation. United States District Court SUMMARY: (court decision – opens in PDF) “Plaintiff Julie Su, the Acting Secretary of the United States Department of Labor (‘the ‘Secretary’),
As an employee who works at multiple rates of pay in a single workweek, it is important to understand how overtime pay is calculated. In Massachusetts, the calculation of overtime pay can be complex for employees who work at multiple rates of pay in a single workweek. This article will explain how overtime pay is calculated in such situations. What
A U.S. District Court judge has denied an employer’s motion to dismiss, holding that an employer’s requirement that employees repay so-called training costs may constitute a wage violation. United States District Court SUMMARY: (court decision – opens in PDF) “Plaintiffs Christopher Connor McClain (‘McClain’), Dennis Abramov (‘Abramov’), Miles Collins (‘Collins’), Jeffrey Butler Hanson, Jr. (‘Hanson’), Ricky LeBlanc (‘LeBlanc’), Samuel Shepherd
A U.S. District Court judge has denied a motion to dismiss a Virginia-based employee’s Massachusetts Wage Act and 151 discrimination claims, finding that the employer’s Massachusetts headquarters, the employee’s regular communication with Massachusetts-based employees, and the employee’s business travel to Massachusetts was sufficient to state a claim for violation of Massachusetts law. United States District Court SUMMARY: (court decision – opens
Domestic workers play a vital role in households across Massachusetts, providing essential care and support for families and individuals. However, they are often subject to unique vulnerabilities and challenges in the workplace. As such, it is important for both domestic workers and their employers to understand the legal protections that are available under Massachusetts law. This article will explain the
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