November 2024

 

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Remote work during COVID-19: How to ensure proper pay practices

Many employees are working remotely due to the COVID-19 pandemic and government orders restricting travel and normal workplace operations. Because remote employees aren't clocking in and out at the employer's physical premises, it's increasingly important for employers to ensure that their timekeeping and pay practices comply with federal, state, and local requirements.

The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) has recently published guidance (Field Assistance Bulletin 2020-5) that addresses federal rules for paying remote workers. While the guidance doesn't carry the same weight as a regulation or law, it demonstrates how the DOL intends to enforce federal wage and hour requirements. Below are four key takeaways from the guidance.

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The Return to Workplace feature is available at no cost via the ADP® Mobile App and ADP TotalSource®. As we described in an article in last month’s newsletter the Return to Workplace feature can help you with the challenging process of protecting your employees amid the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.

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