On July 13, 2008, Massachusetts became the first state to mandate treble damage awards to plaintiffs in wage and hour cases. In the year since, the number of wage and hour cases brought in Massachusetts has increased significantly, especially class actions. These trends will continue to skyrocket in today’s volatile economy.
The news is sobering, but employers need to focus their efforts on practical, cost-effective compliance programs that control and mitigate risk. During this informative 90-minute webinar, you will have direct access to the country's most recognized experts in both Massachusetts and federal wage and hour laws.
During This Webinar You Will Learn:
- Significant Massachusetts wage and hour developments.
- Key differences between Massachusetts and federal wage and hour law.
- The most serious wage and hour risks facing employers, including meal and rest periods, off-clock work, continuous workday issues, and employee misclassification.
- The impact of an Obama administration on wage and hour law enforcement.
- The key components of an effective Massachusetts wage and hour compliance program.
- How to justify investing in wage and hour risk management, even in the toughest economy.
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