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July 29, 2009

Eleventh Circuit Denies Class Certification on State Law Claims Where Individualized Issues Predominate

On July 27, 2009, the Eleventh Circuit affirmed the district court’s denial of class certification

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July 29, 2009

DOT Regulation on Observed Return-to-Work and Follow-Up Drug Testing Goes into Effect August 31, 2009

After a lengthy public comment period and legal challenges, a U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT)

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July 27, 2009

Senate Approves Harry Hoglander to Serve Another Three Years as NMB Member

The Senate on Friday confirmed by voice vote the nomination of Harry Hoglander to be a Member of the

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July 27, 2009

Hawaii Passes Mini-EFCA Over Governor's Veto

Even though the highly controversial Employee Free Choice Act (EFCA) has lost support and one of its

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July 24, 2009

United States May Lift HIV Travel Ban

The New York Daily News reports that the U.S. is moving toward ending its ban on HIV-infected foreigners

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July 24, 2009

NLRB Order Provides Insight into How UNITE HERE, Workers United Representation Disputes Will be Handled

A recent order issued by the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB or Board) may herald the agency’s

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July 24, 2009

Bill Would Suspend FLSA Statute of Limitations During Wage and Hour Investigations

Legislation introduced by Reps. George Miller (D-CA) and Lynn Woolsey (D-CA) would freeze the statute

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July 24, 2009

The Hidden Costs of Commuter Benefits

The Obama administration recently increased commuter tax benefits making them more appealing to employers.

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July 23, 2009

Mortgage Lender's Good Faith Reliance Upon DOL Opinion Letter Regarding the Exempt Status of Loan Officers Shields Against Overtime Liability

On July 17, 2009, a federal magistrate judge sitting in the Eastern District of Michigan issued two significant

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