X

News & Insights

 
13Feb

Legal Focus: The Motor Carrier Exemption from Overtime Under the FLSA

School bus contractors are no stranger to the requirements to pay overtime. Between the nationwide driver shortage requiring drivers to pick up additional trips, and other employees putting in extra hours to support the business, overtime can be a substantial component of your school bus operation. Contractors should be aware that, in some instances, school bus contractors may be exempt from paying overtime under the Fair Labor Standards Act (the “FLSA”). But, there are many considerations that school bus contractors should be mindful of when deciding if the this exemption applies. Continue reading to learn more. 

Click Here to Request a Copy of this Article.

Related

Act 126 Update for Drivers

Act 126 Update for Drivers

Recently, many school bus contractors have had questions regarding “Act 126” Child Abuse Reporting...

Read More >
Act 39 HB 1448

Act 39 HB 1448

A new law passed along with this year's state budget on June 22, 2018, adds language to Pennsylv...

Read More >

School District Challenges Multiple Bus Stop Locations

As a result of divorce or other circumstances, it is likely that a child in your School District res...

Read More >

FMCSA Rule Change Regarding Medical Cert for CDL Holders

Many school bus contractors have called our offices with questions about news articles announcing th...

Read More >
OSHA Whistleblower Complaints

OSHA Whistleblower Complaints

COVID-19 has created an entirely new workplace safety issue within the purview of the Occupational H...

Read More >

Flexible Instructional Days Could Reduce School Transportation Needs

On July 2, 2019, Governor Tom Wolf, signed SB 440 into law allowing Pennsylvania schools to have up ...

Read More >

Search

Categories