Tag: Department of Labor

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Law changes to watch in 2019

The start of a new year often means new changes for employers when it comes to labor and wage laws.

January 3, 2019

Business

Department of Labor launches H-2B compliance initiative for landscape industry

The U.S. Department of Labor’s Wage and Hour Division (WHD) has announced it is conducting a nationwide initiative to strengthen compliance with the labor provisions of the H-2B temporary visa program in the landscaping industry.

September 14, 2018

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The history of Labor Day

Labor Day was yesterday and for many, it meant the unoffical end of summer and the chance for one last big party. But this day is actually dedicated to the American worker.

August 31, 2018

Business

A guide to navigating the lengthy H-2B application process

While those accustomed to H-2B already filed their applications in November, there is still time for those who think they’ll need extra workers in the spring.

December 12, 2017

Business

Department of Homeland Security authorizes 15,000 additional H-2B visas

After lobbying by NALP and other proponents of the H-2B program, the Department of Homeland Security has authorized for 15,000 workers to be added to the cap.

July 17, 2017

Business

NALP roundup: Long-term solution on the horizon for H-2B?

Secretary of Homeland Security John Kelly said he wished H-2B was one of the things he didn’t have discretion in. All the details here at Total Landscape Care!

June 2, 2017

Business

Basic methods to prevent wage and hour lawsuits

A violation of a Fair Labor Standards Act is serious business. Take a look at the ways landscaping businesses can dodge this bullet on Total Landscape Care!

April 20, 2017

Business

Feds urge court to expedite appeal of overtime injunction

The Department of Labor has requested its appeal against the overtime rule injunction be expedited. Read more here.

December 5, 2016

Business

Updated: Trump election’s potential impact on landscaping

The new federal overtime rule is one of the most pressing issues facing the green industry. Click to read the possible ways a Trump presidency will change it.

November 14, 2016

Business

New overtime rule will be topic of Labor Department webinar

The Department of Labor will cover the basics of the new federal overtime rule in a webinar scheduled for Oct. 17. Click to read details and to register.

October 12, 2016

Business

Exmark receives Nebraska Worker Training Program grants

The state of Nebraska is investing more than $22,000 in training Exmark employees at the company’s headquarters in Beatrice. Click to read more on the grants.

October 10, 2016

Business

Landscaping trade group continues fight against OT rule changes

The NALP is looking for changes to the annual cap on H-2B visas and federal overtime rules face the challenge of a lawsuit from 21 states. Click to read more.

September 21, 2016