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 tha...
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2024 brought many significant changes and events that affect the school bus industry. From the extension of the Under the Hood Exemption, to changes and challenges in new laws affecting employers, there was no shortage of news in the past year. Continuing reading for a recap of the year’s most significant events that may have an impact on you and your business.
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This weekend our team had a productive trip to Bedford, Pennsylvania, where we had the honor of attending the Pennsylvania School Bus Association's Board of Directors meeting. As their trusted in-house counsel, we’re proud to serve the association by providing legal guidance and sitting in on committee meetings. It is always a pleasure to support such an essential industry and help keep things rolling!**Photo from the 2023 BOD Meeting
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1/27/2025|
Our team is excited to attend National School Transportation Association's 2025 Midwinter Meeting, from January 18-22, 2025, at The Westin Maui Resort & Spa, Ka'anapali, This event is going to be a great opportunity for collaboration, knowledge exchange, and networking.
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Airline Settles Federal Lawsuit for Former Asian American Employee Subjected to a Hostile Work Environment Based on His Race and National Origin
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Richard Kelly, Esq., Matthew Jandrisavitz, Esq., and Brian Hill, Esq. will present "Legal Updates for School Bus Contractors" on January 14th at 10:00am, FREE for PSBA Members. More details are available at www.paschoolbus.org.
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On December 3, 2024, a nationwide injunction was issued in the matter of Texas Top Cop Shop, Inc. v. Garland, No. 4:24-cv-478 (E.D. Tex. Dec. 3, 2024) preventing enforcement of the reporting requirements of the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA). On December 6, 2024, the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (known as “FinCEN”) suspended reporting while the injunction remains in effect.
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