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In this edition, prepare for updates on the Department of Labor's overtime rule, the Nebraska Supreme Court's ruling on a COVID-19 Workers Comp Claim, and the current status of the FTC rule on non-competes. Stay informed with our attorneys' in-depth insights and updates on today's ever-evolving employment law landscape.

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Significant Changes in the Department of Labor's Overtime Rule and Their Impact on Exemptions to the Fair Labor Standards Act Overtime Exemptions

On July 1, 2024, the United States Department of Labor's final rule, Defining and delimiting the Exemptions for Executive, Administrative, Professional, Outside Sales, and Computer Employees, took effect. This rule updates and revises the regulations issued under section 13(a)(1) of the Fair Labor Standards Act ("FLSA").

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Nebraska Supreme Court Ruling on COVID-19 Workers' Compensation Claim

Christine Thiele contracted COVID-19 in April 2020 while working as a nurse liaison at a critical care recovery hospital in Omaha. Thiele filed a Petition in the Nebraska Workers' Compensation Court alleging that COVID-19 is an occupational disease caused by her work and that she is entitled to benefits as a result of her exposure.

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Navigating Remote Work Compliance: Key Employment Laws for Companies with Multistate Employees

As remote work reshapes the modern workplace, companies employing remote workers across multiple states face unique compliance challenges.

FTC Non-Compete Rule Invalidated: What Employers Should Know

Earlier this year, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) issued a landmark rule intended to ban non-compete agreements for employees and independent contractors nationwide. However, a federal court in Texas has now invalidated the rule, with a ruling that applies nationwide.

UPDATE: Nebraska Paid Sick Leave Initiative makes the November Ballot- Now What?

The petition requiring Nebraska employers to offer paid sick leave to their employees will officially appear on the November ballot. If passed, it will require employers to make some changes.

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Coming Up Next

Thanks for reading our latest edition! Stay tuned for our next issue, where we'll delve into some crucial updates:

Age Discrimination claims and severance agreements
Protected workplace speech and action under the National Labor Relations Act
Overview of the NEOC and EEOC process
An update on Nebraska's data privacy statutes/regulations

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