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10 Tips for Hiring Minors This Summer

HR Daily Advisor

The child labor provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) prohibit employers from hiring minors (individuals under the age of 18) to work at dangerous occupations, for an excessive number of hours, and at unsuitable times of the day or night. There are strict laws pertaining to hiring minors. Child Labor Laws Are Strict and Detailed.

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The Day the Skies Parted and the Heavens Sung

Thrive Global

My ego would not allow me to work for the local radio station for minimum wage! I began researching hypnosis trainings near me and found several 2-day certifications. I expanded my search to New York and found Melissa Tiers, who offered an extensive 100 hour course. My beloved radio career was over. Was I nervous!

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Did California Concrete Company Fail to Provide Off-Duty Meal Periods?

HR Daily Advisor

In a recent case, a trial court found that although the employer’s on-duty meal period agreement was invalid, its drivers weren’t forced to sign the agreement or miss off-duty meal periods against their will. ” That Wage Order requires that such an agreement must be revocable by the employee at any time.