Wage And Hour Considerations For The Remote Workplace

As the COVID-19 pandemic continues, many employees continue to work remotely. Remote work has many benefits and allows the workplace to operate even when employees cannot be physically in the workplace, but this type of work does not come without risks for employers. One area that can be particularly perilous for employers is ensuring that employees are paid correctly. Not paying employees correctly, even inadvertently, can be costly; employees who recover in a lawsuit for improperly paid wages may receive twice the amount of unpaid wages, as well as attorneys' fees and other damages. So, employers must be vigilant to pay all employees correctly. This article discusses some potential pitfalls for employers, particularly in a remote workplace. Notably, this article focuses on the requirements under the federal Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). Some states or other localities may have more restrictive requirements, so employers should check the requirements for their