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September 11th Worker Protection Task Force Meeting

The New York State Department of Labor announced a meeting of the September 11th Worker Protection Task Force. The task force will discuss long-term health, disability, and compensation needs for 9/11 rescue and recovery workers. The meeting is open to the public and will be held on February 18, 2026.

NYSDOL Apprenticeship and Training Council Meeting Notice

The New York State Department of Labor (NYSDOL) announced an upcoming Apprenticeship and Training Council meeting. The meeting will be held on February 24, 2026, in Albany and will be open to the public in person and via livestream. Pre-registration is requested for in-person attendees.

Apprenticeship and Training Council Meeting Announcement

The New York State Department of Labor announced an upcoming public meeting of the Apprenticeship and Training Council. The meeting will be held in Albany and New York City on February 24, 2026, and will be open to the public in person and via livestream.

DOL Proposes Rescinding 2021 Rule on Contractor Status

The Department of Labor (DOL) has proposed rescinding its 2021 rule concerning employee or independent contractor status under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). This proposed rule seeks public comment before potentially reverting to previous interpretations of worker classification. The comment period closes on April 28, 2026.

DOL Cites Adonel Concrete for 9 Violations After Fatal Injury

The U.S. Department of Labor's OSHA has cited Adonel Concrete Corp. with nine serious violations following a fatal workplace injury. The company faces $58,604 in proposed penalties for inadequate machine guarding and other safety failures.

Labor proposes rule clarifying employee, contractor status

The U.S. Department of Labor has proposed a new rule to clarify the distinction between employees and independent contractors under federal wage and hour laws. This proposal would rescind the 2024 final rule and revert to an analysis similar to the one used in 2021, aiming to simplify compliance for employers and ensure worker protections.

US Department of Labor Recovers $409K Back Wages from Little Caesars Operator

The U.S. Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division has recovered $409,457 in back wages from MG Fast Food Inc., an operator of a Little Caesars restaurant. The settlement resolves violations of the Fair Labor Standards Act concerning minimum wage and overtime pay for 32 workers.

US DOL: Restaurant Violated Child Labor and Overtime Laws

The US Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division found Mt. Fuji Hibachi Inc. violated child labor laws by allowing a minor to perform hazardous tasks and work excessive hours. The investigation also revealed the employer denied overtime pay to 19 workers, resulting in $20,213 in back wages. The company paid a $22,249 civil penalty.

OSHA Cites Grain Silo Operator for Safety Violations After Worker Injury

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has cited Alliance Grain Co. for safety violations following a worker injury. The agency proposed $276,407 in penalties for alleged failures in machine guarding, lockout/tagout procedures, and grain bin entry safety.

OSHA Cites 3 Companies After 6 Worker Deaths from Gas Exposure

The U.S. Department of Labor's OSHA has cited Prospect Ranch LLC, Fiske Inc., and HD Builders for serious violations following the deaths of six workers due to hazardous gas exposure at a Colorado dairy farm. The companies face proposed penalties totaling over $246,000.