2025 Wage & Hour Compliance: Impacts of State and Federal Laws

The "Wage and Hour Compliance in 2025" webinar is an essential opportunity for HR professionals, payroll administrators, and business leaders to stay ahead of the ever-changing landscape of wage and hour regulations. Scheduled for February 5, 2025, from 1:00 PM to 2:30 PM EST, this live webinar will be led by Vicki Lambert, CPP, widely recognized as "The Payroll Advisor." With years of expertise in payroll compliance, Vicki Lambert will deliver actionable insights and strategies to help organizations ensure compliance, mitigate risks, and avoid costly penalties.

Key Topics Covered:

1. Overtime Calculation

• Learn the correct methods for calculating overtime pay, including recent updates to the Department of Labor (DOL) rules implemented on July 1, 2024.

2. Travel Time Compensation

• Understand when and how to compensate employees for travel time under federal and state laws.

3. Minimum Wage Updates

• Gain insights into the latest federal and state minimum wage requirements, including significant increases effective January 1, 2025, such as New York City's rise to $16.50 per hour.

4. Meal and Rest Periods

• Clarify regulations around meal and rest periods, including variations in state-specific requirements.

5. Payment Methods and Frequencies

• Explore legal requirements for wage payment methods, frequencies, and notices, ensuring compliance with state laws.

6. Termination Payments

• Understand procedures for paying terminated employees, including accrued vacation payouts and final wage compliance.

New Updates for 2025:

• Overtime Exemption Threshold: The minimum salary threshold for exempt employees has increased to $1,128 per week ($58,658 annually). This change necessitates a review of employee classifications and overtime calculations.
• Supreme Court Ruling on FLSA Exemptions: A January 2025 ruling simplifies defense strategies for employers by requiring proof of exemptions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) by a "preponderance of evidence."
• Increased Investigations and Penalties: The Department of Labor continues to emphasize wage and hour compliance, with FY2022 investigations uncovering violations totaling $213 million in fines. These trends are expected to persist in 2025.

Benefits of Attending:

• Regulatory Compliance: Equip yourself with the knowledge to align your organization's practices with the latest federal and state regulations.
• Risk Mitigation: Learn strategies to avoid penalties, lawsuits, and reputational damage stemming from non-compliance.
• Professional Development: Enhance your expertise in wage and hour laws, making you an invaluable asset in payroll and HR roles.
• Actionable Insights: Receive practical guidance on critical topics, from overtime pay and travel time to meal breaks and termination payments.

Why This Webinar Matters:

Civil lawsuits and agency-initiated investigations for wage and hour violations remain a significant threat to businesses. Penalties have been severe enough to destabilize even well-established organizations. By attending this webinar, you will:

• Gain a sound understanding of federal and state-specific wage and hour laws.
• Learn to navigate the complexities of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and union contracts.
• Understand the critical requirements for posting notices, maintaining records, and providing accurate pay stubs.

Topics Explored in Depth:

• Federal and state minimum wage requirements
• Tip credits and youth minimum wage (training wage)
• Board and lodging credits
• Defining legal workweeks and workdays
• Handling travel time, meetings, and training hours
• Regular rate of pay and overtime calculations
• Aligning FLSA and state laws when discrepancies arise
• Managing meal and rest periods, pay frequencies, and termination pay

Who Should Attend:

• This webinar is tailored for professionals across various roles, including:
• Payroll Executives, Managers, and Administrators
• HR Professionals and Legal Advisors
• Accounting Personnel
• Business Owners and Departmental Managers
• Attorneys and Compliance Officers

Don’t Miss Out:

Protect your organization from financial jeopardy by ensuring compliance with wage and hour regulations. Register for this information-packed session and gain the tools needed to safeguard your company’s payroll operations in 2025 and beyond.