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The Importance of Reviewing a Severance Agreement with an Attorney

April 9th, 2025
When your employer hands you a severance agreement, it may feel like the final chapter in your job—but it is not just paperwork. It is a binding legal contract that affects your future. Before you sign anything, take the time to understand what you…
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Recent Supreme Court Decision Impacts Employer Overtime Obligations

March 24th, 2025
A recent Supreme Court decision has changed the rules about how your employer can classify workers as exempt from overtime under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). In EMD Sales v. Carrera, the Supreme Court ruled employers now face a lower standard…
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