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October 19, 2006

Comprehensive Pension Reform Becomes Law: A Look At Changes Primarily Affecting Defined Contribution Plans

After years of political debate and negotiation, the Pension Protection Act of 2006 was signed into law

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October 13, 2006

The IRS Extends Transitional Rules for Deferred Compensation – And Reminds Employers of Their Current Obligations

On October 4, 2006, the Internal Revenue Service issued Notice 2006-79, which extends the dates for certain

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October 11, 2006

NLRB Clarifies and Expands Key Aspects of Supervisory Status Test

The National Labor Relations Board has issued a much-anticipated group of decisions that help to clarify

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October 6, 2006

. . . .with Liberty and Health Care for All

Introduction More than 10 years after President Clinton's health care plan failed to win

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October 3, 2006

Ninth Circuit Forbids California Employers From Using State Funds To Address Union Organizing

In a divided decision with far-reaching implications, the United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth

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October 2, 2006

Department of Labor Issues Opinion Letter Recognizing Mortgage Loan Officers as Exempt Administrative Employees

For the past several years, employers in the mortgage lending industry have faced increasing litigation

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October 2, 2006

Sharing Compensation or Benefit Information Between Competitors May Violate Antitrust Laws

Employers commonly participate in surveys to assist in setting competitive wage rates, salaries, or benefits.

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September 27, 2006

Dealing With Employees' Tip Income In Large Food and Beverage Establishments: New IRS Agreement ("ATIP") Available January 1, 2007

Introduction Employers that have a lot of tipped employees, such as restaurants and casinos, often face

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September 13, 2006

Individual Employees May Be Liable for Violations Committed Under the Missouri Human Rights Act

In a case of first impression, the Missouri Court of Appeals in Cooper v. Albacore Holdings Inc, et al.,

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September 13, 2006

FMLA Protected Leave May Reduce Bonus

In a recent decision of first impression, the Third Circuit Court of Appeals held that an employer may

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