January 2, 2018, the Department of Labor (DOL) issued a final rule that increases the civil penalty amounts that may be imposed on employers under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA), and the Employee Retirement and Income Security Act (ERISA). Employers should review their pay practices, benefit plan administration, and safety protocols, to ensure compliance with federal requirements. This Compliance Bulletin summarizes the new penalty amounts.
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