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Department of Labor Announces Rule to Raise Federal Contractor Minimum Wage to $15 an Hour

November 23, 2021

Executive Order 14026, which raises the minimum wage for federal contractors, applies to new contracts and renewals and extensions of existing contracts.

Where Have All the Workers Gone?

As cases of COVID dwindle, workers are still reluctant to return to work, and the reasons why are varied and complex

Richard Alaniz

August 13, 2021

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As cases of COVID dwindle, workers are still reluctant to return to work, and the reasons why are varied and complex.

Recruiting Roofers in 2021

Competition for employees will continue to grow and be a major business issue for years to come

Monroe Porter

July 9, 2021

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Competition for employees will continue to grow and be a major business issue for years to come.

Smart Things Roofing Contractors Do

Monroe Porter

May 14, 2021

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Here are some the smart things contractors do to make their businesses succeed, and tips on how to do those things if you aren’t already.

Department of Labor Withdraws 'Independent Contractor' Ruling

May 6, 2021

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The Department of Labor states the rule was in tension with the FLSA’s text and purpose, as well as relevant judicial precedent.

Executive Order Increases Federal Contractor Minimum Wage to $15 an Hour

April 29, 2021

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The order stipulates the minimum wage will be $15 an hour beginning Jan. 30, 2022, and agencies must implement the measure by March 30, 2022.

Department of Labor Ends Program That Allowed Employers to Self-Report Federal Minimum Wage and Overtime Violations

February 4, 2021

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The PAID program enabled employers to avoid accountability and deprived workers of their rights from taking action on FLSA violations, according to the Department of Labor.

Understanding Employee Leave Laws

Richard Alaniz

April 17, 2020

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Becoming familiar with employee leave laws will help keep your roofing company out of hot water when employees request a leave of absence.

The Fight for $15, and More

The nationwide battle over the minimum wage will continue at the state and local level.

October 12, 2017

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Over the past several years we've seen nationwide efforts, often precipitated by unions, to increase the minimum wage at the local level to $15 as a means of addressing economic inequality.

The Push for $15 an Hour, and the Impact on Roofing Employers

Richard Alaniz

July 6, 2016

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As more politicians and union-affiliated groups push for higher minimum wages, employers need to prepare now for the significant financial, compliance and regulatory challenges these changes may bring.