Labor & Employment Law

Understanding the $20 Minimum Wage Movement The debate around minimum wage has been going on for decades. But in 2026, that debate looks very different depending on where you live. While the federal minimum wage still sits at $7.25 per hour — a number that hasn’t changed since 2009 — several states have already moved […]

The Label That Changed Everything Two words have quietly reshaped the American workforce over the past few decades: “independent contractor.” On paper, it sounds straightforward. A contractor works independently, sets their own hours, and runs their own business. Simple enough. But in reality, these two words have become one of the most misused labels in […]