Deliverable Length: 3 to 5 paragraphs; 3 to 5 sentences each
Library Research Assignment
Compensation planning is closely governed by many federal and state regulations. It is the responsibility of management to ensure that all federal, state, and local laws are researched and applied appropriately and equally to all employees. The statement "I did not know" would not be a legal defense in the case of law violations. The U.S. Department of Labor conducts wage and hour audits on a regular basis to determine whether the companies are in compliance with these laws. Some of these laws are the following:
- Davis-Bacon Act
- Walsh-Healy Act
- Fair Labor Standards Act
- Social Security Act
- Equal Pay Act
- Consumer Credit Protection Act
- Employee Retirement Income Security Act
- Federal/State Child Support Program Enforcement Amendment
- Child Support Program Enforcement Amendment
- Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act (COBRA)
- Tax Reform Act
Using the online library, Internet, or other materials, find a current case in which a hospitality company was sued for violating compensation laws.
In 3 to 5 paragraphs (3 to 5 sentences per paragraph), address the following:
- Summarize the case, and be sure to describe how the law was violated.
- What act protects the employee?
- What do you think your role is as a manager to ensure that compensation laws are followed properly?