With Super Tuesday coming up on March 3, 2020, it’s smart for employers to have a plan on how to handle voting day itself and the aftermath and its effects. Here are some quick tips to make sure that March 3rd comes and goes like business as usual at...By: Cranfill Sumner & Hartzog LLP
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The North Carolina Industrial Commission announced several rule changes. The most impactful change is related to when a First Report of Injury by a Form 19 is required. Commission is accepting public comment for this and other changes....By: Cranfill Sumner & Hartzog LLP
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On September 24, 2019, the Department of Labor (DOL) announced that the final version of the new overtime rule was approved for implementation. This rule becomes a part of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), which is the federal law that governs...By: Cranfill Sumner & Hartzog LLP
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The Plaintiff worked as a part-time nurse’s assistant, where she earned $8.00 per hour. She received a promotion in February of 2011, where she worked full time with a single patient and earned $10.00 per hour. On the first day in her new position,...By: Cranfill Sumner & Hartzog LLP
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When using an AWW from employment other than that which caused the injury is actually appropriate. Plaintiff was last injuriously exposed to asbestos at a time when his comp rate would have been $600.00. He was diagnosed with mesothelioma...By: Cranfill Sumner & Hartzog LLP
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Before initiating a lawsuit under Title VII, a complainant must first file a charge of discrimination with the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) within 180 days of the alleged act of discrimination. Typically, a complainant also...By: Cranfill Sumner & Hartzog LLP
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