Employment Done Right Podcast

Hungry for Trouble: What Skipping Employee Breaks Could Really Cost You Post

Missing meal breaks isn't just an inconvenience—it's a legal minefield that could decimate your business's bottom line. In this critical episode of Employment Done Right, we dive deep into the hidden financial and legal risks of neglecting employee break requirements, revealing how a single missed meal period can trigger massive penalties and potential lawsuits. Host Lee Jacobs breaks down the complex landscape of meal and rest break regulations, exposing common compliance traps that catch employers off guard, especially in high-pressure industries like hospitality and retail. You'll learn the precise rules governing meal breaks, understand the shocking financial consequences of non-compliance, and discover practical strategies to protect your organization from costly legal battles. Whether you're a small business owner or HR professional, this episode provides essential insights into maintaining workplace compliance and avoiding potentially devastating financial penalties. Don't let a missed lunch break become your next expensive legal nightmare!

Time and a Half: Understanding Overtime Pay Laws

Overtime laws can be confusing—and costly if you get them wrong. Many employers mistakenly assume that only hourly workers qualify for overtime or that salaried employees are automatically exempt. In reality, misclassification and failure to pay overtime can lead to lawsuits, audits, and hefty penalties.

Stretching the Workday? Understanding NY’s Spread of Hours Pay Rules

Understanding Spread of Hours Pay in the Hospitality & Miscellaneous Wage Orders

Wage Orders in New York: The Rules You Didn’t Know You Were BreakingPost

Uncover the hidden legal minefield of New York wage orders that could be silently draining your business's finances. In this crucial episode of Employment Done Right breaks down the complex world of industry-specific labor regulations that catch countless employers off guard. Dive deep into the nuanced rules governing minimum wage, overtime, call-in pay, and spread of hours across different sectors like hospitality, retail, and manufacturing. You'll learn how a single overlooked wage order can trigger devastating financial penalties and legal consequences. Whether you're a small business owner, HR professional, or manager, this episode provides essential insights into New York's labor landscape, revealing common compliance traps and practical strategies to protect your organization. Discover the critical wage order rules you didn't know you were breaking and save your business from costly mistakes. Don't miss this eye-opening guide to staying legally compliant and financially secure!

Who’s the Boss? Independent Contractor vs. Employee Misclassification Risks

Getting This Wrong Can Trigger Lawsuits, Tax Audits, and Penalties