For employers, Department of Labor regulations govern wage and hour compliance, workplace safety, employee benefits, and labor relations. From minimum wage to overtime exemptions to family leave, DOL rules affect how you compensate and manage employees.
What DOL Regulations Affect Employers?
- Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) - Minimum wage, overtime pay, exempt vs. non-exempt classification
- Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) - Job-protected leave requirements, eligibility standards
- Employee Benefits - ERISA requirements, retirement plan compliance, health benefits
- Worker Misclassification - Independent contractor vs. employee determinations
- Federal Contractor Requirements - Prevailing wage, affirmative action, labor standards
Recent DOL Regulations
Updated Overtime Exemption Salary Threshold
Increases the salary threshold for overtime exemptions under FLSA from $35,568 to $55,000 annually, affecting millions of salaried workers' overtime eligibility.
Independent Contractor Classification Rule
New six-factor economic reality test for determining worker classification under the Fair Labor Standards Act, replacing the 2021 independent contractor rule.
Paid Family and Medical Leave Standards
Proposed requirements for paid family and medical leave programs for federal contractors and certain large employers.
How RegPing Helps Employers
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