Under the FLSA, unpaid internships are legal only if the intern is the primary beneficiary under the federal 7-factor test. If the employer gains most of the benefit from the intern’s work, the intern may be owed at least minimum wage and overtime. This article explains the legal test, red flags, and next steps for […]
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In 2026, several U.S. states and localities have already enacted a $20/hour minimum wage for many workers, far above the federal $7.25 rate. Which workers qualify and when increases apply depends on state statutes and city/county ordinances. This article maps where $20/hour is law and explains the major rules and exceptions. Understanding the $20 Minimum
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Independent contractor misclassification affects millions of U.S. workers and can strip them of minimum wage, overtime, unemployment, and workers’ comp protections. Many roles labeled “contractor” are legally employees under federal and state tests based on control and economic dependence. This article explains how the label is abused, common red flags, and what misclassified workers can
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Under federal law, managers and supervisors cannot keep any portion of employees’ tips, even in a tip pool. Illegal tip pools often include ineligible staff or fail to meet tip credit rules, reducing take-home pay. This article explains key tip-pooling protections, common violations, and what a tip pool lawsuit can recover. Why This Lawsuit Matters
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In the U.S., there is no federal paid maternity leave; eligible workers can get up to 12 weeks of unpaid, job-protected leave under FMLA. Some states add paid family leave (typically 4–12+ weeks) with partial wage replacement. This article breaks down each state’s actual paid leave weeks, pay rates, eligibility, and job protection. What You’re
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A retaliatory eviction defense can succeed in about 7 out of 10 cases when tenants can show the eviction followed protected complaints. Strong evidence like repair requests, inspection reports, and timing often shifts the burden to the landlord. This article explains how the defense works, what proof matters, and key deadlines to act. What Most
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SB 610 creates enforceable post-disaster duties for California landlords, including prompt habitability steps, required notices, and limits on improper rent or displacement practices. It gives renters clearer grounds to demand repairs, safe living conditions, and compliant communication after wildfires, floods, or earthquakes. This article explains what landlords must do, what renters can document, and how
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Adultery is still a crime on the books in 16 U.S. states, though prosecutions are uncommon. These statutes can still matter in divorce, custody, and related civil disputes where misconduct affects outcomes. This article lists the states, explains penalties, and outlines real-world legal consequences. Yes, Cheating Can Still Be a Crime in America Most people
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Online child support calculators can be off by thousands of dollars because most don’t apply state-specific guideline formulas, credits, and add-ons correctly. They commonly miss overtime/bonuses, childcare/health premiums, parenting-time adjustments, and arrears factors that courts routinely include. This article explains why calculator estimates differ from court orders and what inputs actually drive the final number.
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AI training on copyrighted books can qualify as fair use under the 4-factor test when the use is transformative and doesn’t substitute for the original. It becomes infringement when copying is substantial, used commercially to compete, or outputs reproduce protected expression. This article explains where courts draw the line, key factors, and practical risk for
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